How Implant Dentures Work
Implant Dentures in Burke connect directly to titanium posts attached to your jaw. The implant posts integrate with your natural bone tissue to create a strong and dependable anchor.
Depending on your treatment goals and jaw structure, we determine the ideal option. We may use snap-on overdentures, where a removable prosthetic snaps onto locator attachments on the implants. The other option is a fixed implant bridge, where a permanent prosthetic is screwed directly into the implants.
Benefits of Denture Implants
Choosing Denture Implants in Burke addresses many of the common issues caused by tooth-loos. The key benefits include:
- Preserves Jaw Volume: Implants transfer chewing forces directly into the jaw, stimulating bone cells and preventing facial sagging.
- Eliminates Tissue Soreness: Securing the plate to implants stops the plastic base from rubbing against delicate gum tissue. You won’t need to worry about painful ulcers and sore spots.
- Improves Chewing Efficiency: Anchored dentures offer powerful bite force that can handle raw vegetables and tough meat.
- Removes Palatal Coverage: Upper implant dentures designed in a horseshoe shape leave the roof of your mouth open so you can fully taste food again.
Specialized Periodontal Planning in Burke
Implants require sufficient bone density for support, which is why we must first evaluate your jawbone before placing them. Bone thinning is a common concern that long-term denture wearers face, which is why we begin with a thorough evaluation.
As a Board-Certified Periodontist, Dr. Karapetian uses 3D Cone Beam CT imaging to analyze your jawbone density in detail. If you have significant bone loss after years of wearing dentures, she may start with a bone graft to prepare the site for implant placement.
Schedule an Evaluation for Implant-Supported Dentures in Burke
Stabilize dentures for greater comfort and preserve your jawbone with implant-retained dentures in Burke. Call Washington Periodontics in Burke at (571) 569-7540 to schedule a direct consultation with Dr. Karapetian.
