Dentists in Sterling Heights, MI discuss alternatives to denture adhesives

Dental implants can last a lifetime with good oral hygiene practices such as brushing, flossing, and regular dental check-ups. Patients often ask the team at Laser Dental Associates in Sterling Heights, MI about alternatives to denture adhesives. We offer dentures that are supported by dental implants, providing greater stability and retention. We want to ensure patients can smile confidently regardless of the restoration chosen to treat tooth loss.

Providing alternatives to denture adhesives

A patient may have a flat ridge or be receiving dentures for the first time. For these reasons, implant-supported dentures may be more appealing than dentures retained by adhesives. For treatment, titanium posts are gently placed into the jawbone during oral surgery. The implants fuse to the bone during a process called osseointegration and will serve as tooth roots. After a healing period, the customized dentures are placed on top of the implants. Denture wearers can look forward to optimal function and stability with implant-retained dentures.

Exploring denture treatment

To explore treatment for dentures, we recommend scheduling a consultation with one of our highly skilled dentists. At your appointment, we will examine the health of the mouth, teeth, and gums and most likely take x-rays. After reviewing your medical records, we can determine if denture treatment is right for you. If you are a candidate for dentures, we will develop a treatment plan.

Restoring health to the smile

Dentures can be ideal for partial to complete tooth loss. Dentures have a natural appearance and can restore the ability to chew, bite, and speak properly. After treatment, patients typically feel more confident socializing, speaking, and eating. Our dentures are custom-made at a dental laboratory and precisely fitted before permanent placement. Dentures can last up to a decade with good oral hygiene habits such as proper cleaning of the dentures. We will provide aftercare instructions to ensure you can achieve optimal results.

Do you want to explore your candidacy for implant-retained dentures? We can provide partial or complete dentures, depending on the extent of tooth loss. Schedule a consultation appointment today by calling our friendly and knowledgeable team at .