{"id":121,"date":"2022-04-13T21:43:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-13T21:43:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cooperowensdds.com\/blog\/?p=121"},"modified":"2022-05-13T21:51:43","modified_gmt":"2022-05-13T21:51:43","slug":"transition-from-dentures-to-dental-implants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cooperowensdds.com\/blog\/2022\/04\/13\/transition-from-dentures-to-dental-implants\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Transition from Dentures to Dental Implants"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Though dentures are a great way to fill in one\u2019s smile, they are notorious for slipping and can make it difficult to speak and eat effectively. For this reason, many patients prefer dental implants. These sturdy, biocompatible, titanium posts can last a lifetime with proper care and are the tooth replacement option of choice by patients and dentists alike. If you\u2019re thinking about making the transition from dentures to dental implants<\/a>, read on to learn more about what you can expect as well as some helpful tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Before You Make the Switch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since missing teeth mean that the jawbone is no longer being properly stimulated in those areas, this may cause it to erode. This can lead to additional tooth loss and may make it difficult to get dental implants. Your dentist will take X-rays to determine if your jawbone is dense enough. If it isn\u2019t, they will likely recommend a bone graft. Additionally, if you have bad habits that may jeopardize your new smile like drinking excessively or using tobacco products, these will need to be ceased before you move forward with treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After Treatment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once your dental implants have been placed, it may take some time for you to get used to them. Though it takes four to six months for them to fuse with the jawbone through osseointegration, your new teeth should begin to feel normal within a week or two. For the first 10 to 14 days after your transition from dentures, don\u2019t eat crunchy or hard foods since they can impede the healing process and cause discomfort. Dental implants have a 95% success rate and it\u2019s unlikely that you\u2019ll experience complications, but call your dentist if you notice any unusual pain, swelling, or redness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 Things to Expect During the transition From Dentures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Though there are some cases where your dentist can have your existing dentures modified to attach to dental implants, you\u2019ll likely have to have new ones made if you want implant dentures. Regardless of which kind of implants you get, a few things you\u2019ll notice as you adjust to your new smile include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n