The benefits of implant retained dentures available from your Dentist in Weybridge, Surrey

If the time comes that a patient needs to get dentures the prospective procedure can evoke a variety of emotions. Patients are often excited about the prospect of being able to speak clearly and smile with confidence, but often they also have concerns about how their dentures are going to fit. Portmore Dental offers their patients implant retained dentures that are custom made in the dental lab on site. This allows patients to receive their dentures the same day the implants are placed.

Until recent years when mini implants became readily available, standard implants were the only option available from most dentists. They required a surgical incision in the gum tissue and stitches after the implant was placed. This was followed by an average of six months of healing time before another incision was made to expose the implant. Then the restoration process could begin.

Mini implants, as their name suggests, are much smaller, which makes it possible for patients who have suffered bone loss to still benefit from implants. The process is much simpler, only requiring one appointment. Once they are in place the dentures can be placed immediately.

Most patients only require local anaesthesia although forms of sedation are available for those who are interested. The appointment normally takes about two hours. During this time, four to six implants will be placed. Once the implants are in place the dentures will be attached to them using clips. After any necessary adjustments are made the patient can go on about their day confident with his or her smile. Although the dentures can immediately be used for eating, it is recommended that patients avoid foods that are sticky (for example caramels) or hard (containing nuts) for a period of time while the implants are healing.

During the first few days after the implants have been placed, when you remove your dentures for cleaning it is best to rinse your mouth with an antiseptic mouthwash. After a few days, when your gums begin to heal and they are not tender you can begin brushing the implants with a soft brush as you would your teeth. One of the most important things for insuring the long term success of your implants is keeping regularly scheduled check-ups.

If you have been thinking about implant retained dentures call Portmore Dental at and schedule a consultation at their Weybridge Surrey office. If you are about to get your first denture, or are interested in a more stable alternative, you will be happy with the options Portmore Dental can provide you.