Hybrid Dentures-The ' Fixed-Removable Dentures '
If you've lost most or all of your teeth due to tooth decay or gum disease, then regular removable dentures are not the only solution. Implants can help you by supporting a more secure and stable prosthetic replaceMent for teeth. Implant placeMent can be a great option for denture stabilization. A thorough individual evaluation of your medical history, study models of your teeth and x-rays will help to determine the options available dentist for you. Among these, a special type of implant-supported prosthesis is a "hybrid denture, referred to as a hybrid because it combines the advanTAGes of a fixed replacement with those of a removable denture. It is especially suitable for those who've lost a considerable amount of jawbone over time due to missingteeth.
A hybrid denture requires placing four or more implants in the jaw, jawbone depending on the size and shape. After the implants heal, they are connected to abutments (connectors) which can be screwed into a metal framework. The hybrid denture is fixed and does not require removal everyday like regular dentures because it is screw retained into the implants.
Hybrid Dentures-The ' Fixed-Removable Dentures '
Hybrid Dentures-The ' Fixed-Removable Dentures '
Hybrid Dentures-The ' Fixed-Removable Dentures '
Hybrid Dentures-The ' Fixed-Removable Dentures '
If you're a denture wearer who has always wanted fixed teeth but are not ready or a candidate for multiple individual implants for each missing tooth, hybrid dentures could be the answer for you.
Hybrid Dentures-The ' Fixed-Removable Dentures '