Alternative options to having a dental implant

Partial denture

These are an economical and rapid solution, but most people tend not to like dentures as they often feel bulky and uncomfortable.

They are frequently loose, causing difficulty and embarrassment when eating and they must be removed at night. They can increase the loss of your jawbone over time and may damage your remaining teeth that they clip onto.

Adhesive bridge

These can be a good solution in some cases, but they tend to debond and fall out over time. In addition, you need a healthy tooth next to the gap that the adhesive bridge can be bonded to.

Fixed bridge

Although this is a fixed way of replacing missing teeth, it involves filing down the adjacent teeth to do so and this can damage them, often requiring them to be root-filled after a few years.

The consequence of doing nothing

Apart from the obvious cosmetic issue of having a gap, failing to replace lost teeth places your remaining teeth under increasing pressure from chewing. In addition, the teeth adjacent to the gap can tilt or drift into the space, making your bite less even.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Dental implants can secure your existing dentures or replace them entirely, offering a significantly more stable and comfortable alternative. For many patients, implants act as anchors to hold full dentures firmly in place, eliminating the worry of them slipping or moving. Alternatively, we can replace smaller dentures with permanent, fixed bridges or individual crowns, which often provide a life-changing improvement in both your ability to eat and your confidence. During your consultation, we can discuss which approach will best restore the function and natural look you are looking for.
Implants are often considered a superior solution to dentures because they provide a fixed, stable foundation that functions much like natural teeth. Unlike dentures, which sit on top of the gums and can shift, implants are anchored directly into the jawbone. This stability helps to preserve your jawbone, prevents the bone loss often associated with missing teeth, and allows for greater comfort and confidence when eating and speaking. While dentures are a common traditional treatment, implants offer a more permanent, life-changing improvement in function and quality of life. We would be happy to discuss your specific needs to see if implants are a safer and more effective alternative for you.
Yes. Implant overdentures are a highly effective and popular solution to stabilise loose lower dentures. By placing as few as two implants, we can create a secure foundation that clicks your denture firmly into place. This eliminates the discomfort and worry of movement while speaking or eating, yet still allows you to remove the denture easily for cleaning. It is a life-changing improvement for many patients, offering far greater stability.