Dentures and Dental Implant Solutions
If you have missing teeth or broken teeth that need to be extracted, you are likely thinking about what replacement method will be best for you (and your budget) when the time comes.
Dentures and dental implants are often presented as the only two choices. Though they come in many forms, neither is an ideal option for tooth replacement. Traditional overdentures and dental implants both have downsides. They may cause discomfort, break the budget, or feel unstable and nothing like your real teeth—and that’s before considering potential damage to your remaining healthy teeth.
Let’s talk about some common problems posed by dentures and dental implants, and, more importantly, Stabili-Teeth™: the same-day, lower-cost stable solution to missing teeth we are sure you’re going to love!
Traditional Removable Overdentures: Disadvantages
Although removable dentures are not quite as expensive as non-removable, fixed bridges, they come with some disadvantages that you need to hear.
Removable dentures tend to wear down over time, and they can cause wear and tear to the tissues and teeth around where the dentures are placed. Additionally, removable dentures can be convenient because of how easy they are to remove, but this ease means that they don’t feel stable. Because of this, removable dentures do not have the same kind of functionality as regular teeth.
It takes time to learn the best practices for denture care, and a misstep in this process can make your dentures uncomfortable, less functional, or ill-fitting. Removable dentures are also infamous for their overwhelming palatal coverage, which tends to cause discomfort because of the design or because of the potential for food particles to become stuck in the overdenture. This can also lead to tooth decay due to plaque build-up.
Other Types of Dentures and Their Downfalls
Aside from removable dentures, there are other forms of overdentures—all of which come with downfalls.
In general, no form of denture is completely fail-proof. Purely because of the way that dentures are designed, they tend to become loose or ill-fitting. This can happen when your teeth naturally shift, if you lose another tooth, or as a result of poor care of your dentures.
Ill-fitting dentures may not sound like too big of an issue, but this can lead to oral cancer because it becomes more difficult to keep your teeth and gums clean.
The fit of your dentures can be examined and adjusted during your yearly dental appointment, but you should try to make an appointment promptly if you notice that your dentures are loose or uncomfortable. When this occurs, it means you need to add an extra step to the maintenance process to prevent it from happening again.
Dentures can also cause difficulty speaking, soreness, and pain because of the pressure they put on your gums. Dentures can even cause tooth decay and infection because they easily fill with bacteria. If they are not thoroughly cleaned on a regular basis, this bacteria gets placed back into your mouth.
Dentures require a lot of care and maintenance, and failure to do so can cause serious problems with your teeth and gums.
Traditional Dental Implants: Not a Perfect Solution
If you think dentures aren’t your thing, you may be tempted to try dental implants instead. Unfortunately, these also come with downfalls.
Dental implants can help you get back the appearance of normal teeth, but there are still a variety of reasons why they may not be the best solution for the issues posed by dentures.
For one single tooth replacement with an implant, the cost can range from $3,000 to $4,500. This will add up quickly if you need multiple teeth replaced. Even if you have insurance, opting for dental implants to replace several missing teeth is very pricey.
Even more, dental implants can end up damaging other teeth or the roots of other teeth, which can cause further issues down the line.
The process of getting dental implants for several missing teeth can take a few months or even a full year to complete, and multiple appointments are necessary. If your situation is more urgent, this may not be ideal. You might end up having only a couple of teeth replaced while other teeth are still missing.
Dental implants also have a long recovery process. If you are looking for a solution that will give you your life back now, dental implants are not the answer.
The Stabili-Teeth™ Solution
If dentures and dental implants sound like less-than-ideal solutions (because let’s be real—they used to be great options, but haven’t kept up with the times), this is where it gets exciting!
Stabili-Teeth™ was created as an alternative to the traditional DENTURES AND FIXED DETACHABLES (as in Clear Choice or All-on-Four) because although dentures have their downfalls, they have been proven to work marginally, while Fixed Detachables work great but the cost remains very high. Stabili-Teeth™ builds off of the concepts that have been successful and improve upon the aspects of a denture that have failed in the past.
From patient dissatisfaction to clinical dissatisfaction, overdentures do not do their job the way they should. This is why Stabili-Teeth™ was created.
Stabili-Teeth™ stands as an affordable solution to the common problems raised by traditional treatment methods for missing teeth. These problems include:
Prosthetic appliances that are not immediately stabilized
Palatal coverage that is extensive and causes discomfor
Dental procedures that do not give the patient stability on the day of surgery
Expensive procedures that are difficult to afford
Similar to overdentures and dental implants, Stabili-Teeth™ gives you the look of a nice, healthy set of teeth without the downfalls of traditional methods.
Is Stabili-Teeth™ More Affordable Than Other Options?
Compared to traditional treatment methods, Stabili-Teeth™ is highly affordable, which means you can bring joy back into your life without having to empty your bank account.
The all-inclusive price for one Stabili-Teeth™ arch is $12,500, which is much more reasonable than the $3,000-$4,500 price of one single dental implant.
If you are in need of a full-mouth restoration, this comes to an all-inclusive total of $21,500. This is $10,000 than the national average for a full-mouth restoration of dental implants.
What Does the Stabili-Teeth™ Process Entail?
The Stabili-Teeth™ treatment process allows you full, immediate stability of prosthetic teeth, and Stabili-Teeth™ uses a combination of narrow diameter implants as well as conventional-sized implants for optimal fit and functionality.
We start with a CT scan and a consultation. On the day of surgery, provisional teeth will be snapped in so that you do not have to worry about having gaps in your mouth between visits. Stabili-Teeth™ comes with a 5-year warranty.
Our affordable process includes bone grafting, extraction, and sedation, so you do not have to stress about arranging these treatments on your own. We also offer free clinical exams and cleanings every 3 months after your procedure for the first year, and Stabili-Teeth™ only needs to be clinically removed during routine cleanings.
Once your mouth heals, the final prosthesis will be attached, but you will be allowed to keep the provisional teeth as a backup option.
If you think that Stabili-Teeth™ is the perfect solution for you, we urge you to schedule a consultation using our online form. The form asks you to describe the current condition of your teeth as well as any dental treatments that might currently be in place in your mouth so that we can accurately assess your situation.
We have the solution to your missing teeth, and it is affordable. With our treatment process, you can get your life back and enjoy near-normal teeth functionality as compared to overdentures and other options.
The Bottom Line
Though dentures and dental implants are common treatment methods for missing or extracted teeth, they come with several downfalls.
Dentures, for example, can be uncomfortable, unsightly, and require a lot of care and maintenance. Failing to take good care of your dentures can lead to tooth decay and other infections. Dentures can also become loose and ill-fitting over time, and ill-fitting dentures can increase your risk of developing oral cancer.
With dental implants, the main downfall is their price—around $3,000 per tooth. Plus, the recovery process can be long and painful.
Stabili-Teeth™ is a modern, affordable alternative to dentures and dental implants, and it acts as a solution to the different disadvantages of traditional treatment methods. Stabili-Teeth™ brings you full stability of prosthetic teeth on the day of surgery, and is a more affordable alternative to other options at only $12,500.
If you are ready to bring joy back into your life, Stabili-Teeth™ can help. Contact us today to find how we can help you get your smile back!
Sources:
Removable Partial Denture - Types | Pros and Cons (todaysdentist.org)s
Dentures types (partial, full) and average cost (authoritydental.org)
How much do dental implants cost? FAQs for implant dentistry (aaid-implant.org).