{"id":269,"date":"2025-05-01T10:53:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-01T10:53:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.websterdentalnh.com\/blog\/?p=269"},"modified":"2025-05-07T22:54:25","modified_gmt":"2025-05-07T22:54:25","slug":"does-attaching-dentures-to-dental-implants-do-anything","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.websterdentalnh.com\/blog\/2025\/05\/01\/does-attaching-dentures-to-dental-implants-do-anything\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Attaching Dentures to Dental Implants Do Anything?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.websterdentalnh.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/AdobeStock_289880814__1___1746654473_32274.jpg\" alt=\"An older man admiring his implant dentures with a hand mirror\" class=\"wp-image-270\" style=\"width:289px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.websterdentalnh.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/AdobeStock_289880814__1___1746654473_32274.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.websterdentalnh.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/AdobeStock_289880814__1___1746654473_32274-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.websterdentalnh.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/AdobeStock_289880814__1___1746654473_32274-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Once you&#8217;ve gotten used to your dentures, it&#8217;s easy to see them as a &#8220;good-enough&#8221; restoration option. Switching over to different kinds of prosthetic teeth can then seem like a hassle. Even so, you should consider attaching dentures to dental implants at some point. Doing so would benefit your smile in ways traditional tooth replacements can&#8217;t. As for why that&#8217;s the case, just keep reading to learn about regular dentures&#8217; downsides and the perks of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.websterdentalnh.com\/implant-dentures.html\">implant dentures<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Regular Dentures\u2019 Downsides<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While traditional dentures do work well, not everything about them is great. These prosthetic teeth still have some notable downsides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, today\u2019s \u201cregular\u201d dentures rely on suction force. That means they create a vacuum (once placed) to maintain a stable fit over your gums. The problem is suction doesn\u2019t always keep dentures secure, as it can often weaken over time. Traditional dentures can thus slip or fall from your mouth at times, requiring special adhesives to stay in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Perks of Implant Dentures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In contrast to regular kinds, implant dentures don\u2019t depend on suction. Their placement method ensures they remain stable for long periods, allowing your new \u201cteeth\u201d to seem lifelike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It comes down to how implant dentures use dental implants \u2013 metal posts that fuse with your jaw. Thanks to the latter, the whole prosthetic is held in place more firmly and securely than \u201cnormal\u201d dentures could be. Since dental implants become permanent parts of your mouth, the attached implant dentures don\u2019t ever slip or fall from your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you\u2019d expect, very stable dentures have more perks than unstable ones. They allow you to eat, speak, and smile without worry, safe in the knowledge that your teeth won\u2019t \u201cslip\u201d around. It\u2019s only natural that implant dentures benefit your everyday life more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Qualifies for Implant Dentures?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, you can\u2019t just switch over to implant dentures at a moment\u2019s notice. You\u2019ll first need to confirm whether you qualify for the devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s easy to learn whether you\u2019re a good candidate for implant dentures. At a dental consultation, your dentist can assess your mouth to see if your gums and jaw are fairly healthy. If those body parts are dense and strong, your dental provider will likely give you the go-ahead for treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Attaching dentures to dental implants may seem odd, but it makes a difference for your smile. Consider the option carefully as you look into smile restoration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.websterdentalnh.com\/\"><em>Webster Dental Associates of Manchester<\/em><\/a><em> is based in Manchester, NH. Led by <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.websterdentalnh.com\/dr-mohammad-golparvar.html\"><em>Dr. Golparvar<\/em><\/a><em>, our practice is eager to make your dream smile a lasting reality! We thus offer preventive, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry tailored to your mouth\u2019s needs, as well as emergency dental care. Whatever problem your grin may have, our team has the resources to fix it. For more details or to book a visit, please contact us on <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.websterdentalnh.com\/contact.html\"><em>our website<\/em><\/a><em> or by phone at <strong>(603)-669-4252<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Once you&#8217;ve gotten used to your dentures, it&#8217;s easy to see them as a &#8220;good-enough&#8221; restoration option. Switching over to different kinds of prosthetic teeth can then seem like a hassle. Even so, you should consider attaching dentures to dental implants at some point. 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