Implant Supported Dentures and Bridges in Miami, FL, at Dr. Rosado & Associates

Procedure

1. Initial Consultation: Dr. Rosado conducts a thorough examination, including dental x-rays and possibly 3D imaging, to determine whether implant-supported bridges or dentures are right for you.
2. Implant Placement: The surgical placement of implants is done under local anesthesia. Sedation options are available to ensure your comfort. The number of implants needed depends on your particular case.
3. Osseointegration and Healing: Following placement, the implants must heal for a period to allow them to integrate with your jawbone; this usually takes several months.
4. Attachment Dentures or Bridges: After integration, your custom-made bridges or dentures are attached securely to the implants using abutments.

Implant-Supported Dentures and Bridges: Benefits

Dentures and bridges that are supported by implants can offer many benefits to individuals who have missing teeth. These benefits can improve their quality of life dramatically. These advanced dental solutions offer more than aesthetic benefits; they can also improve oral health and function.

• Comfort and Stability: Dental Implants fuse with the jawbone to provide a strong anchor for dentures or bridges. This integration eliminates the problems associated with traditional dentures, such as clicking and slipping, increasing comfort when eating and speaking.
• Better Chewing and Speaking Ability: The secure fitting offered by implant-supported bridges and dentures allows for a more natural speech. It also improves your ability to eat different foods, even those that are difficult to chew. This can improve overall health by enhancing the enjoyment of food and nutrition.
• Preservation of Facial Structure: The implants stimulate the jawbone and prevent the bone degradation that occurs when teeth are lost. This process is called osseointegration and helps to maintain the facial structure. It also prevents the sunken-jaw appearance often associated with traditional dentures.
• Long-Lasting Solution: Prosthetics supported by implants are designed to last a lifetime. These solutions, maintained with regular dental examinations and good dental hygiene, can last many years, or even a lifetime, with the right care.
• Aesthetically Pleasing: Implant-supported bridges and dentures are made to match your existing teeth in color and shape. This gives a more attractive and natural appearance that boosts confidence and social interaction.
• Bone Loss Prevention: Implants mimic natural tooth roots by transferring chewing forces into the jaw. This helps to maintain bone density and also prevents further bone loss. It promotes a healthier dental environment.
• No Need to Alter Adjacent Teeth: Traditional Bridges require alteration of the adjacent teeth in order to serve as anchors; Implant-supported bridges do not alter the neighboring teeth's health, so you can keep more of your natural teeth.
• Better Oral Hygiene: Implant-supported options provide easier access to the teeth. This allows for better dental hygiene by allowing you to brush and floss effectively.