Provided their gums and facial bone structure are strong enough, a patient can get dental implants after dentures. Many patients who've worn dentures for several years opt to switch to dental implants for greater stability and comfort. Dental implants in Medina provide numerous advantages over dentures, from better functionality to improved appearance and enhanced jaw and overall oral health.
It Starts with a Consultation Appointment at Frontier Dental
The transition process from dentures to dental implants begins with a thorough evaluation of an individual’s oral health by a dentist in Medina to assess the suitability for implants. Many patients are
deemed to be appropriate candidates for dental implants. Others lack sufficient natural upper jawbone density to support implants properly. In these cases, additional procedures like a sinus lift or bone graft may be performed to boost bone density to a sufficient level.
During the placement procedure, the implant, a small titanium peg, is placed in the “socket” in the patient’s jawbone vacated by a missing tooth. Over a few months, in a process called “osseointegration,” the implant integrates fully with the bone. Once this process is complete, the implant is a natural feeling and functioning replacement for the original tooth roots.
Find Precision-Placed Dental Implants in Medina, OH
If you currently wear dentures in Medina, OH, and would like to learn more about the benefits provided by dental implants and whether you’re an appropriate candidate for the switch, contact Dr. Sanjay Karunagaran and the friendly and knowledgeable Frontier Dental team to schedule a consultation!