WHAT TYPE OF REPLACEMENT TEETH SHOULD BE USED?
Implants hold the replacement teeth very securely whether the replacement teeth are removable or permanent. Removable appliances are used if there is not adequate amounts of bone to place multiple implants. Underlying gums and bone provide additional support for removable appliances used with implants. The appliance looks similar to full dentures. Being less expensive, removable appliances are used if cost is a factor. A fixed appliance requires adequate numbers of implants to support it. The size is smaller so they are often more comfortable than removable appliances. There are different types of fixed appliances and selection is based on cost and esthetics. They are, however, much more expensive than removable appliances. ARE IMPLANTS PAINFUL? Implants are surgical procedures so post operative pain may occur. The degree of pain varies greatly from patient to patient and is hard to predict. The actual procedure is not painful and may be done in the office. ARE IMPLANTS SUCCESSFUL? Yes
