{"id":110,"date":"2021-01-18T22:15:00","date_gmt":"2021-01-18T22:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marshdentalpa.com\/blog\/?p=110"},"modified":"2021-02-18T22:15:29","modified_gmt":"2021-02-18T22:15:29","slug":"dentures-vs-implants-jawbone-preservation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marshdentalpa.com\/blog\/2021\/01\/18\/dentures-vs-implants-jawbone-preservation\/","title":{"rendered":"Dentures Vs Implants for Jawbone Preservation"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"ModelEvery tooth is essential for a healthy smile. Losing even a single tooth can cause devastating consequences for your dental health. If you\u2019ve lost all your natural teeth in one or both arches, you can struggle to perform simple tasks, like chewing your favorite foods or speaking clearly. Dentures are an effective solution to rebuild a complete smile, but are they the best treatment? Although dentures are beneficial, they can\u2019t help with jawbone preservation. Only implant dentures can protect your jawbone from deterioration. Here\u2019s why dental implants offer exceptional advantages over a traditional denture.<\/p>\n

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Missing Teeth and Bone Loss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When a tooth is lost, you lose more than just what you see on the surface. You will also lose the root. As a result, your jaw won\u2019t be stimulated in the area, causing your bone to shrink. You can lose as much as 25% of your bone density within the first year of missing a tooth. As more time passes, any remaining natural teeth won\u2019t have the support they need to stay in place, increasing your risk of additional tooth loss. Over time, your facial tissues will also lose support, leading to sunken skin, wrinkles, and an overall aged appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dentures VS Dental Implants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A denture<\/a> is the most traditional option to treat significant tooth loss because it\u2019s convenient and effective; however, it only replaces the portions of your teeth visible above the gum line. Therefore, it can stop bone loss caused by missing teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A dental implant<\/a> differs from traditional treatments because it replicates the entire structure of a tooth. A titanium post is surgically placed into your jaw to serve as a new root. It will stimulate your jaw to encourage new bone growth. Your bone fuses to the post to create a secure foundation for your restoration, which is attached using an abutment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve lost several teeth or an entire arch, each tooth isn\u2019t replaced individually using dental implants. Instead, 4 to 10 implants can anchor your denture to your jawbone to give you the next best thing to your natural teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefits of Implant Dentures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Implant-supported dentures offer a variety of advantages not possible with a traditional full denture, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n