What are dentures secured by implants? Dentures secured by implants are permanent dentures held in place with permanent metal screws or posts. The metal posts are also called tooth implants or dental implants. Tooth implants can be used in many different ways. In this post, we describe one application for tooth implants; the sturdy base […]
Dentures
Implants Prevent Denture-Related Health Problems
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 25% of adults over 65 have no remaining teeth. Many people with missing teeth or no teeth at all choose dentures. This is understandable. It’s difficult to eat and speak with no teeth in the mouth. And a toothless mouth is not an attractive look for […]
Go Back In Time
So you’ve lost some teeth and now hesitate to smile because of the gaps. If only you could go back in time and regain that full-toothed smile you once had. Guess what? With dental implants, you can! For most patients, a tooth implant is the perfect replacement for both the root and crown of a […]
Are Dental Implants Experimental?
Dental implants are tooth replacement marvels that have been placed in millions of people. They look and function just like the real thing, and are available at OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City. Technically, dental implants are not replacement teeth. The actual implant is a titanium post that is inserted into your jaw. In a few […]
You Have Nothing To Lose Except Loose Dentures
Dental implants like those available at OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City have solved the problem of loose-fitting dentures. Instead of relying on weak suction and dental adhesive to keep ordinary dentures in place, dental implants can anchor full or partial dentures. They are secure enough to allow the wearer to eat an apple, chew a […]
Implant Dentures: Fixed Or Removable?
People with missing teeth are fortunate to have a tooth replacement choice that is far better than both traditional dentures and dental bridges. Implant-retained or implant-stabilized dentures both provide numerous advantages over standard dentures, and they’re available at OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City. The advantages include: Secure in the mouth—no slipping Provides up to 100% […]
Change Your Life In 4 Steps
Categories: Dental Implants, Dentures
Healthy teeth that work as nature intended are essential for a high quality of life and overall health. Anyone with dentures knows what we mean. But there is an alternative to dentures, and they’re available from OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City. There is no question that dentures are preferable to a completely toothless mouth, but […]
There Is Hope For Denture Wearers
The condition of your teeth has a big impact on your health and happiness. Denture wearers understand this all too well, and so does OKC Smiles in Oklahoma City. The path from a healthy mouth to a toothless mouth is downhill. Tooth decay and gum disease are painful. Treatment such as fillings and root canals can […]
