The nature of the implant and the health of the jawbone are two factors that influence which implant-supported denture vs implant surgery will be carried out. The following are the stages that make up the implant-supported denture process:

• The initial consultation: A general dentist or a prosthodontist will conduct an initial exam to review your medical and dental histories. This exam may take up to an hour. After that, x-rays will be taken to create impressions of your teeth and gums for the model, and a CT scan will be ordered to determine the locations of your sinuses and nerves in addition to the amount of bone that is available. In addition to these preliminary steps, the dentist will make a temporary denture for the patient to wear while waiting for the implant-supported denture  to be placed.

• Placing implants in the jawbone: Prior to the first surgery, the patient will receive local anesthesia in the region of the mouth that will receive the dental implants. In order to create space for the implant in the gum, an incision must first be made. Following this, a hole is drilled in the bone using a drill. Following the insertion of the implant into the opening created during surgery, the incision is closed using stitches. During the healing process, it is essential to refrain from applying any pressure to the implants.
• Exposing the heads of the implants: During the second surgery, an X-ray is taken to determine whether or not the implant has successfully fused with the bone. The individual being treated is put under sedation prior to the placement of the dental implant. In order to view the implant heads, a very small incision will be made in your gum. After the gum tissue around each implant has been exposed, a healing cap is positioned over the head of the implant to ensure that it heals in the correct manner. Before the collars are removed and regular abutments are put in their place, they will be left in place for ten to fourteen days. Your dentist will make an impression on your gum tissue and abutments in order to create the framework for the dentures and the replacement teeth.
• Insertion of the denture and a trial fit: After placing the metal bar on the abutments, your dentist will evaluate whether or not the denture framework has the appropriate level of retention. Denture teeth are provisionally affixed in wax to the framework before the entire denture is fabricated, positioned, and fastened onto the bar or ball attachments. This step occurs before the denture is made. Both the bar and the ball have safe attachments. The denture is attached to the bar attachments by either clipping it on or snapping it in place.

Benefits of implant-supported dentures

The following are the benefits of implant-supported dentures :

• The stimulation of the patient’s gums that the implants provide aids in preventing the loss of bone tissue.
• When placed in the mouth of the patient, it has a natural feel and appearance.
• There is no break-in period required for these prosthetics.
• Dentures of this kind are easy to care for because their maintenance is very similar to that of natural teeth.
• The patient may now resume eating all of their previously enjoyed meals.