Implants Vs Dentures – Optimum or Happy Medium?

Let’s look at implants vs dentures. Many of us come to the point in life where we may need some advanced dental work. This can mean either implants or dentures, depending on our needs and our dentist’s recommendations.  However, it is important to do some research and learn about the differences between the two.

Missing teeth have become an epidemic in the United States, for a variety of reasons. In most cases, adults have at least one missing tooth by the age of 50, for a variety of different reasons. In fact, studies from the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, show that  over 65% of adults over 44 years in the have at least one missing tooth, whether from an accident, gum disease, or fractures or decay over time.

Implants Vs Dentures

If you are considering implants vs dentures, with modern dental technology, there is now no rhyme or reason to continue life with the embarrassment and discomfort of missing teeth. There are a variety of excellent affordable alternatives available. Dental implants and dentures both have their benefits. Dentures are defined as false or prosthetic teeth. These days, they have been developed to look very natural and virtually undetectable! The upside is that they can easily be removed from the mouth at home, so this helps with hygiene. However, there is always a risk that they may move around while the jaw or mouth is in motion (for example while chewing food), so this can be a negative. For those with compromised surrounding structures, like the jaw or gums, dentures are a perfect choice!

If you have several teeth which are missing, dental implants may be the better option. This is because you already have the structure and foundation for dental implants, which can be considered a more natural option. This way, you do not have to remove anything from the oral cavity. The implants are secured for many years, with little to no maintenance. Additionally, if you have several implants in the mouth, they can serve as a great baseline to support other teeth which may need to be replaced in the future.

Are you thinking about implants vs dentures? Visit BaysideDentist.com or call Dr. Fialkoff at (718) 229-3838 to schedule your consultation today!