Implant-Supported Dentures in Perth

You deserve the best dentures available. High-quality dentures that feel like your natural teeth.

Implant-supported Dentures Provide A More Comfortable, Confident Smile

Traditional dentures can be uncomfortable and often don’t feel like they’re really part of your mouth. They can also be challenging to keep in place, which means you might not feel confident eating or speaking in public.

More than half of all denture wearers experience problems with their false teeth, such as slippage, soreness, and difficulty chewing. These issues can make it hard to enjoy life to the fullest.

Maylands Dental Centre offers implant-supported dentures, a more advanced dental treatment that uses surgical implants inserted into your jaw bone to anchor your dentures in place. It’s a more stable and versatile dental solution than traditional dentures. This means they feel more like natural teeth, and you can enjoy a confident smile without worrying about them slipping or falling out. Contact our qualified dental team today at 08 9370 5464 or book a consultation appointment online!

Common Reasons Why You Might Need Implant-Supported Dentures

Missing Teeth: If you have lost all of your teeth, implant-supported dentures can restore your amazing smile.
Ill-fitting Dentures: Improve your quality of life. Get dentures that fit right just like an implant-supported dentures.
Chewing Difficulty: Have you been having difficulty chewing with your removable dentures? If so, implant-supported dentures may be the answer.
Bone Loss: Implant-supported dentures provide a stable foundation in the jaw bone and prevent further jaw bone loss.
Contact our experienced dentists at Maylands Dental Centre for an initial consultation and discover the many benefits of implant-supported dentures!

Why Us

Why Choose
Maylands Dental Centre

Comfortable Clinic Setting with Cutting-edge Technology

Maylands Dental Centre is a modern, comfortable dental clinic that offers the latest dental technology. We pride ourselves on our gentle approach to dentistry and take great care of every patient who walks through our doors.

Experienced Dentists

Our compassionate dentists are experienced and ready to help you with all your dental needs. We’ve been helping patients achieve healthy, radiant smiles for over ten years, and we’re not stopping anytime soon.

Accepts All Health Funds

Maylands Dental Centre is registered with all private dental health insurance and is a preferred provider for HBF, HCF, NIB, smile.com.au, and CBHS. On-site HICAPS processing allows for efficient, on-the-spot processing of claims.

We accept all health
funds, and are
preferred providers.

We’re committed to providing the best possible care for all of our patients no matter their health insurance provider. We accept all healthfund providers and are a preferred provider for HBF, HCF, NIB, and CBHS. We also have a HICAPS machine for easy and fast claims.

FAQ'S

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is a candidate for implant-supported dentures?

Those who have lost most or all of their natural teeth due to an injury, dental cavities, or gum disease are candidates for implant-supported dentures. An implant denture may also provide a better alternative to dentures for patients who are not happy with the drawbacks of a traditional denture.

However, suitable candidates for implant treatment must have sufficient bone tissue. A patient’s jaw bone quality must be assessed before the dental procedure is performed. When a patient’s bone tissue is insufficient, a bone graft may be required.

Are implant-supported dentures better than traditional dentures?

Compared to traditional dentures, implant-supported dentures offer several advantages:

Implant-supported dentures are more stable and versatile than traditional dentures. The traditional denture is designed to be removed every day, and it is possible to slip out of place. In contrast, implant-supported dentures are less likely to become loose when eating or speaking.
They also help you chew more effectively. Patients who wear implant-supported dentures can consume harder and stickier foods, which are restricted for denture-wearers.
Implant-supported dentures tend to fit better and are more comfortable than false teeth. When wearing an implant-supported denture, there is less friction on the gums.
Implant-supported dentures appear more natural than conventional dentures.
Implant-supported dentures preserve the jaw bone and prevent further bone loss, allowing them to last longer than traditional dentures.

What is the procedure for implant-supported dentures?

The dental procedure may vary from patient to patient, depending on their specific needs. The general process is as follows:

First, implants are surgically inserted into the jaw. Typically, the fusion of the implants and bone structure takes 2–6 months after the implant placement before they are strong enough to anchor the dentures in place.

If the implants need to be exposed and extensions added, this may require an additional procedure. A temporary healing cap serves as the foundation for a prosthetic tooth during this stage. You can skip this step if the implants already have extensions attached. Once the connecting device is attached, the complete dentures or partial dentures can be fabricated and attached.

Are implant-supported dentures worth it?

Implant-supported dentures are an excellent implant option to replace missing teeth. These dental appliances can help you restore your chewing abilities, improve your speech, boost your confidence, and reduce gum tissue irritation.

TMJ issues or jaw pain, which are common when multiple teeth are missing, can also be addressed with implant-supported dentures. Implant-supported dentures are stable, prevent bone loss, stimulate bone growth, and can significantly improve your quality of life.

Are implant-supported dentures removable?

Implant-supported dentures are a permanent solution. The implant itself cannot be removed, but the overdentures are removable. Removable overdentures are complete or partial dentures that sit on top of or are attached to the implants.

What are the possible risks with implant-supported dentures?

Implant-supported dentures are associated with minimal risks and have a high success rate. Below are some of the possible risks of implant-supported dentures:

Infection around the implant site: The incisions made during the procedure, plus the bleeding and swelling to be expected afterwards, make it more likely that oral infections may occur for several weeks after the dental implant procedure. Your dentist may prescribe antibiotics and provide aftercare instructions to help minimise the risk of infection.
Nerve damage: Damage to the nerve or adjacent natural tooth tissue happens on rare occasions, but is a common risk in implant or dental surgery. It may occur if an implant is placed too close to a nerve. Nerve damage can result in tingling or numbness in the gums, tongue, lips, or face.
Implant rejection: Although rare, it is possible for the body to reject the tooth implant. Rejection symptoms include pain at the implant site, swelling, and fever.
Sinus complications: When an implant is placed between the jaw and the sinus cavity, it may protrude into the sinus cavity and cause complications.
Allergic reaction: An allergic reaction can occur if you are allergic to the titanium alloy in dental implants. This can cause tingling, swelling, and loss of taste.

Can I have implant-supported dentures with bone loss?

Implant-supported dentures may help prevent further bone loss. However, if patients have already experienced jaw bone loss, they may require a bone grafting procedure before dental implants can be placed.