Replacing all your teeth: what are the options?
A complete removable denture and an implant-supported reconstruction do not work in the same way.
Read the articleDental implants and lifespan: the role of follow-up
An implant and the denture it supports are separate parts.
Published by Dr Hafça Moqadem, Dental surgeon in Marrakech1 min read
Article contents
In brief
- An implant and the denture it supports are separate parts.
- Brushing and cleaning the accessible areas must be adapted to the restoration.
- Movement, pain, bleeding or difficulty cleaning should be discussed promptly.
Lifespan cannot be promised
An implant and the denture it supports are separate parts. How they fare depends on the health of the tissues, cleaning, the forces they bear and check-ups. A lifespan quoted in advance does not tell you what your own result will be.
Look after the tissues around the implant
Brushing and cleaning the accessible areas must be adapted to the restoration. The clinic can show you the instruments that help. An implant does not remove the need to look after your gums or to have the denture checked.
Report any changes
Movement, pain, bleeding or difficulty cleaning should be discussed promptly. Do not try to tighten or repair a component yourself. Keep the system references and the treatment documents for follow-up.
Sources and references
To find out more about the general information in this article:
The visual guide
Replacing a tooth: comparing the principles
Principles to help you prepare your questions. The assessment makes it possible to know what suits your situation.
| Item | Principle | To clarify at the clinic |
|---|---|---|
| Implant | A support fixed in the bone, carrying a crown or a prosthesis. | Bone volume, gum condition and general health to be assessed. |
| Bridge | A replacement resting on teeth or implants. | The supports and their preparation must be examined. |
| Removable denture | A device the patient takes out to clean it. | Stability, comfort and maintenance to be discussed depending on the situation. |
A daily guide
Brushing time, in practice.
The NHS recommends about 2 minutes of brushing, twice a day, with a fluoride toothpaste.
2minutes
×2times a day
=4minutes a day
Source: NHS, How to keep your teeth clean. A prevention guide, with no prediction of an individual result.
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