Denture Implants

Denture implants provide a strong foundation for implant-supported dentures, making it easier to bite and chew. At Custom Dentures, Alex Riabhov, LD, CPD, Shahin Dabestani, DMD, and the team specialize in denture implant placement and restoration. They offer several types of denture implants, including standard, mini, and All-on-4®. Call the Custom Dentures office in Phoenix or Sun City West, Arizona, or request an appointment online today.

Are denture implants the same as dental implants?

Denture implants and dental implants are the same thing. Specifically, they’re small titanium posts inserted into your empty tooth sockets. After placement, the implant integrates with your bone, providing a base for a crown, fixed bridge, or implant-retained dentures.

Can anyone get denture implants?

You need healthy gums and good bone volume to get denture implants. If you have gum disease or low bone volume, the team treats those issues first. For example, they might refer you to a periodontist or recommend a bone graft. 

Are there different types of denture implants?

The Custom Dentures team offers several types of denture implants, including:

Standard denture implants

The team recommends standard implants if you’re only missing one or a few teeth. These implants are ideal for crowns, fixed bridges, and partials. 

Mini denture implants

Mini denture implants are smaller and narrower than standard implants. The team recommends these implants to people with low bone volume because they don’t need as deep of an anchor.

All-on-4 denture implants

All-on-4 implants replace an entire arch of teeth with just four implants. The team recommends these fixed bridge dentures if you’ve lost most or all of your teeth. 

Do denture implants require denture extractions?

It depends. The Custom Dentures team might recommend denture extractions if you have oral health problems like cavities or gum disease. 

Similarly, you might need extractions if you want to get All-on-4 denture implants but still have a few remaining permanent teeth. Since All-on-4 dentures replace an entire dental arch, any existing teeth must be removed to ensure a perfect fit.

What does getting denture implants involve?

If the Custom Dentures team determines you qualify for denture implants, they numb your mouth with a local anesthetic and insert the metal posts into your empty tooth sockets. The number of implants you get depends on the type of restoration you want and your treatment goals. 

After placing the denture implants, the team provides recovery instructions. They might also prescribe antibiotics and pain medication to prevent infection and ensure comfort.

What is recovery like after denture implant surgery?

After denture implant surgery, it’s normal to experience mild pain, swelling, and bleeding. Take your medication as prescribed and follow the team’s instructions. Most people’s mouths feel better within a week, but if your symptoms continue or worsen, contact your Custom Dentures provider.

Call the nearest Custom Dentures office to schedule a denture implant consultation, or request a visit online today.