Dental Implants vs Dentures

When it comes to making the decision between having dentures or having implants, it is advisable to first consider the potential advantages and disadvantages that either can bring you.

Advantages of Dentures

Dentures are a suitable option for those conscious of the financial impact replacing missing teeth will have. This is due to the fact that dentures are not only cost-effective, but are available on the NHS as well. In contrast to this, having dental implants can be expected to be costly.

The dentures of today can offer you comfort when worn, and they boast a natural appearance. 

Types of Dentures

Different types of dentures are also available to you.

The conventional full denture can be used following the removal of remaining teeth and the healing of tissues, while the immediate full denture is applied straight after the removal of remaining teeth. The third type, the partial denture, sits on a metal framework that fixes to your teeth. Anyone can have dentures, and, because they are custom-made inside a dental laboratory, you are sure to find dentures that suit you.   

Disadvantages of Dentures

It may be worth bearing in mind though, that initially an adjustment period with new dentures may be necessary. A feeling of awkwardness when wearing new dentures is not totally unlikely, while your eating and speaking might also be affected. Another difficulty that wearing dentures presents is that they may require rebasing, or may have to be remade or relined.

Advantages of Implants

Implants, on the other hand, afford you the opportunity to have replacement teeth with the kind of stability that conventional dentures cannot be expected to achieve. Implants are also appealing due to the fact that they are able to hold replacement teeth in the required position without necessitating the grinding down or preparation of other surrounding teeth. Plus, unlike dentures, implants are able to preserve the bone in the jaw. It is also true that implants are a sound option for individuals for whom conventional dentures and bridges are not comfortable or feasible, and they are capable of helping to maintaining the overall shape of your face, too.

Choosing the best option for you

Making the right choice for replacement teeth is a subjective one, governed by the needs of the individual as well as by what their bank balance is able to accommodate.

Besides the more practical matters, there is also the inevitable issue of cosmetic value. While the aesthetic impact of replacement teeth is significant, ultimately it is perhaps most important to carefully consider all factors and the possible changes made to your lifestyle.

With this in mind, it should perhaps be noted that it is implants that offer the stability and an overall natural quality that dentures are not quite able to provide. In addition, they do not need to be taken out frequently as dentures do, giving them a convenient edge which you are sure to appreciate.

The friendly staff at Midland Smile Centres are available to answer your questions and help you decide what is best for you. The MSC team are comprised of dedicated specialists based in multiple locations who are equipped with over 28 years of experience in dentures and dental implants and have performed over 5000 implant procedures.

To find out more about dentures and dental implants contact Midlands Smile Centres here.