Implant-Supported Overdentures – Benefits & Drawbacks

Dr. D.Sendhil Nathan MDS, DNB Prosthodontics And Implantology

May 29th, 2019

Implant supported overdentures in teeth are removable prosthetics that are used generally to replace some or all of your teeth. There are a number of reasons why people go for overdentures.

Here are some of the benefits that are offered by these kind of prosthetics:

• They improve your digestion. Overdentures use the presence of implants to offer stability to the teeth. This in turn helps in allowing the individual to chew better and thoroughly.

• They can reduce the pressure in the mouth and offer stability by reducing the shrinkage of your jawbones and redirecting the existing pressure.
• Overdentures are adept at reducing the bone loss in your mouth.
• Implant supported overdentures looks and feels natural when compared to its alternatives like dentures. Be it eating or during social interactions, they are
• Implant supported overdentures last for a very long time and are durable.
• Implant supported overdentures have a very high rate of success in fulfilling its objectives.
• Dental implant are better for your oral health and hence preferred. They provide structural support to the teeth for a long time. Bone loss is also reduced when compared to wearing dentures.
• They are maintenance friendly and provide long term value. All you have to do is to ensure that you brush and floss regularly.
• Your speech patterns improve a lot.

Disadvantages of having an implant supported overdenture:

• They are costlier than other alternatives in the market and requires time and money for the procedure to be successful.
• It may require more than one dental visit and it is not a quick fix solution.

Conclusion

In conclusion, if you are looking to wear implant supported overdentures, the benefits far outweigh the cons. Consult a dentist or an implantologist who would be better suited to advise you based on your personal condition and guide you in making the right decision.