If you’ve lost most or all of your teeth due to damage, disease, or decay and traditional removable dentures don’t appeal to you, implant-supported hybrid dentures offer a strong, stable alternative. These dentures combine the benefits of a fixed replacement with the convenience of a removable prosthetic. Hybrid dentures are particularly ideal for patients who have experienced significant jawbone loss due to missing teeth.
Benefits of Hybrid Dentures:
- Bone Preservation: Hybrid dentures help maintain the natural tooth roots, preventing bone loss and preserving jawbone structure, unlike traditional dentures that can accelerate bone deterioration.
- Facial Contour: By supporting the jawbone, hybrid dentures help maintain the shape of your face and prevent the sunken appearance that can occur with missing teeth.
- Improved Functionality: Hybrid dentures feel and function more like natural teeth, improving your ability to chew food and speak more clearly.
- No Adhesives Needed: Hybrid dentures eliminate the need for messy denture creams or adhesives, offering a more secure and comfortable fit, and reducing the embarrassment that can come with loose dentures.
- Reduced Slippage and Taste Loss: Unlike traditional dentures, hybrid dentures stay in place, offering a more natural eating experience without the slipping, clicking, or loss of taste that can come with removable dentures.
For those who need fixed teeth but are not ready for individual implants for each missing tooth, hybrid dentures are a great solution. They require only a few implants to hold the dentures securely, resulting in a quicker recovery time and greater comfort.
If you’re looking for an alternative to traditional dentures and want to restore the look, feel, and function of your natural teeth, talk to your dentist about hybrid dentures. They might be the perfect fit for your dental needs.
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