Dental Implants vs. Dentures

For those individuals who are missing a tooth or several teeth, and have sufficient jawbone structure, we highly recommend dental implants over dentures and other treatments for several reasons. Here are just a few advantages of implants:

• Implants are pain free - Denture pain is a chronic condition for many denture wearers. Successfully placed implants cause no pain.
• Longevity and cost-effectiveness - Although the crown portion of an implant may need to be replaced eventually, the implant itself should last a lifetime. Dentures need replacing, often requiring multiple costly trips to the dentist's office. While the initial cost of an implant is higher than that of dentures, in the end, your implant will likely be cheaper than dentures.
• Implants maintain your existing bone structure and eliminate future dental problems - Dentures only replace the appearance of a missing tooth. Because the root structure is not replaced, the bone surrounding the tooth will eventually deteriorate, causing further dental problems and changes in facial contours. In some aspects, an implant is better than having a natural tooth. For example, implants are not susceptible to decay.
• Hassle-free - Wearing dentures comes with a number of inconveniences, whereas having an implant is just as natural as having a real tooth when it comes to eating, speaking, brushing, and flossing.

Implants are not for everyone. For those who are not good candidates for implants, dentures may be the next best option. Today's technologies and materials produce dentures that are far superior to traditional dentures and partials. Modern dentures significantly reduce floating, dropping, slipping, rubbing, and damage to adjacent teeth.

Only a thorough dental examination will be able to determine whether you are a good candidate for implants or dentures. Whether you choose implants or dentures, you will want to be sure to use an experienced cosmetic dentist. A cosmetic dentist must have the eye and instinct of an artist as well as a command of all the techniques of a traditional dentist.

If you are missing one or more teeth, and want to find out which treatment options are best for you, please contact Dr. Green today to arrange a consultation. Dr. Green serves cosmetic dentistry patients in Caldwell, West Essex, Essex County, Morris County, and Passaic County, New Jersey.