A well-liked denture that keeps dropping
Tell us when it loosens and what relines have been done. That helps us see whether refitting, attaching it to implants, a new appliance or another step would solve the actual problem.
Restorative Dentistry
Implant-Supported Dentures in Georgetown
You like your denture’s look; you just wish it stayed in. People from Georgetown often ask whether implants can be added to the appliance they already own. We examine its condition and fit, explain when adapting it is realistic, and compare that with a new denture or fixed teeth.
Keep it, adapt it or replace itFind out whether your denture can be adapted
Your current denture is the starting point
Plenty of people are attached to the teeth they wear, quite literally. The shade suits them, friends are used to the smile, and only the looseness is a nuisance. Implants placed in the jaw can add retention or support for a denture, and in some cases an existing appliance can be modified to connect with them.
Whether that works depends on the denture’s age, material, fit and design, and on where implants could go. Modified appliances are generally removable overdentures that click onto attachments while still resting on the gums. Fixed restorations, carried more fully by implants and removed only in the clinic, normally mean a new appliance.
So for anyone coming from Georgetown, the first visit looks closely at what you already have. We ask what you would like to change, check the denture itself, then review bone, gums and health to see whether converting it, starting fresh or improving it without implants makes most sense.
What brings people in
Three common starting points
Implants address some denture troubles and not others, and both the appliance and the supporting mouth need an honest look. Pinpointing why it moves or rubs stops you from adapting a denture that would be better replaced, or the reverse.
Curious whether fixed teeth are worth the change
Moving to a fixed design usually means a new appliance and a different routine. Compare removal, cleaning underneath, dexterity, feel and the professional upkeep each design asks for.
Natural teeth remaining under a partial
If those teeth may be lost, ask about their outlook and any way of keeping them. A plan should explain how your current partial fits in, any interim teeth and the stages after the first fit.
Implants cannot be placed for every person or in every part of the jaw. Your exam should make your own limitations clear and compare the options that suit your health.
Possible advantages
Familiar teeth, held more firmly
For a suitable mouth, attaching a denture to implants may give better retention or stability than gum support alone, whether the appliance is adapted or new. Ask us to describe the likely change plainly: how it should sit, what getting used to it involves and which complaints it may help.
A firmer hold still needs looking after and does not mean you can eat absolutely anything. Implant surgery, healing, servicing and occasional repairs remain part of the arrangement. Weigh those against the benefits so the decision suits your mouth and your way of life.
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Ask whether adapting truly serves you
A modified overdenture and a purpose-built appliance can behave differently over time. Find out why one is suggested and what a new denture or fixed design would change.
Protect the appearance you value
Tooth position, the material that replaces lost tissue and lip support affect how you look and sound. If a new denture is advised, ask which features of your current one can guide the design.
Look ahead to servicing
Think about what you can manage now and the help you may need later. Cleaning access, attachment replacement and regular reviews should be clear before treatment begins.
How it unfolds
From evaluation to a secure fit
Expect several visits, and possibly a surgeon or specialist as part of the team. Ask for a written outline covering any preparation, whether your denture will be worn during healing, reviews, the final connection and long-term care.
Evaluate the denture and the mouth
The dentist examines your remaining teeth, gums, health history and the appliance itself. Records and imaging help judge suitability, and your concerns about eating, speech, handling and cost steer the talk.
Choose between adapting and replacing
Where appropriate, we compare modifying your denture, making a new overdenture or a fixed design, plus the implant arrangement and other options. Risks, added treatment and possible estimate changes are explained.
Place implants and allow healing
The treating team carries out the agreed sequence and checks healing before connecting anything. Your denture may be adjusted to wear during this period, and timing depends on your clinical situation.
Connect, check and practise
When attachments are added or a new appliance is fitted, the team checks it and shows you how it works. You practise removal and insertion, learn cleaning and book reviews and maintenance.
Caring for an adapted or new appliance
New attachments, new habits
Instructions for the healing period differ from those for the connected appliance. Keep the guidance you are given and ask about wear, cleaning, eating and who to call as each stage ends.
Clean the way your design requires
An overdenture comes out on the schedule you are given, so the appliance, attachments and gums can all be cleaned. Fixed teeth stay in and are cleaned around and under; never try to remove them.
Choose suitable cleaning products
Ask which brushes, soaks and storage suit the denture and attachment parts. Some products used on an ordinary denture, along with very hot water, may not suit implant components.
Let us check the attachments regularly
Report sore spots, renewed looseness, difficulty removing it or a different bite. Attachment inserts and denture materials wear, so servicing may be needed even when implants are sound.
Questions about your current denture(905) 876-4488
Can I keep what I have?
Ask anything about design and stages, especially if you have worn your denture for a long time. Implants bring decisions about treatment, handling and care after the connection is made.
How do I know if my denture is suitable for conversion?
The dentist checks its condition, fit, material, thickness and tooth wear, and how it would sit over the planned implants. Some dentures adapt well; others are too worn or poorly fitting to be a good base.
Can I wear my denture while the implants heal?
Often, with adjustments to protect the implant sites, but it depends on your plan. Ask exactly how and when to wear it during healing and what to avoid in the meantime.
Will converting my denture change how it looks?
Adding attachments works inside the fitting surface, so the visible teeth usually stay the same, though some modification may be needed. Ask whether any changes to appearance are expected.
Is a converted denture as durable as a new implant overdenture?
Not always. An older appliance may be more prone to wear or fracture once modified. Ask how its condition affects durability and whether a new denture would be more reliable for you.
Are two implants enough to hold a lower denture?
The number and placement depend on your examination and the appliance design, not a fixed rule. Ask why a particular arrangement is proposed and what alternatives your assessment would allow.
Can I arrange visits from Georgetown around a work schedule?
We are open Monday to Thursday from 11am to 7pm, with Friday to Sunday by appointment only. Ask us to outline the stages at planning so you can book visits that fit your week.
Implant dentures for Georgetown
Let’s see what your denture can do.
Schedule a visit at our Bronte Street practice and bring the denture you wear. We will check whether it could be adapted, compare it with new removable or fixed designs and explain the care involved.
Bring your current denture, even if it is damaged, and any records of previous implants or dental work.
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Clinic hours
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- 11am–7pm
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- By appointment only
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