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Restore Your Smile with Implant-Supported Teeth
Losing your teeth can be both emotionally and physically challenging. While dentures help some patients, denture slippage is a common issueβespecially with lower setsβand can make eating, speaking, and smiling frustrating or even embarrassing.
Fortunately, modern alternatives provide far better solutions than traditional dentures. Today, implant-supported teeth allow patients to chew, speak, and smile with greater comfort and confidence than ever before.
Overdentures
Overdentures are exactly what the name suggestsβdentures that snap securely over dental implants, which act as artificial tooth roots. While they are removable for sleeping and cleaning, overdentures are extremely stable and rarely slip.
Typically, patients need 2 to 4 implants to support their overdentures. If this is the right solution for you, Dr. Hanlon will guide you through every stepβfrom placing the implants to delivering your final prosthesis. Overdentures are a true game-changer for anyone struggling with denture mobility, offering comfort, stability, and confidence.
All-On-4, All-On-X, Hybrid Dentures, & Same-Day Teeth
The βAll-On-Xβ or βHybridβ denture is similar to an overdenture in that both are supported by dental implants. However, there are key differences. Unlike overdentures, which are removable by the patient, the All-On-X/Hybrid is fixed and can only be removed by your dentist during routine cleanings.
Additionally, overdentures are typically made from traditional acrylic materials, while the All-On-X/Hybrid is usually crafted from high-strength porcelain-like Zirconia, offering greater durability and a more natural appearance.
Implant-Supported Crowns and Bridges
This is truly the βRolls Royceβ of full-arch implant options.
Crowns and bridges over dental implants function much like crowns and bridges over natural teeth. Like the All-On-X or Hybrid prostheses, they are made from high-strength porcelain, providing durability and a natural appearance. These restorations are fixed, meaning they can only be removed by your dentist, but they do not need to be removed for routine cleaning, making maintenance simple.
While overdentures and All-On-X/Hybrid prostheses are usually a single solid piece, crowns and bridges over implants are typically divided into three segments: one bridge in the back right, one in the front, and one in the back left. This segmented design makes them easier to maintain while still offering excellent strength, function, and aesthetics.
