Individuals with missing teeth understand the struggle of having dentures that slip when you’re eating, laughing or sneezing. An overdenture is a dental prosthetic that eliminates all problems associated with loose traditional dentures.
An overdenture is a denture prosthesis supported by implants, so that they always remain stable and in place. Overdentures provide a natural-looking smile that allows you to comfortably eat, laugh, and smile without the worry of your denture moving around. City Dental Clinic offers the best overdenture in Albania improving their patients’ quality of life and overall appearance.
Overdenture implants are a type of prosthesis that can be removable or fixed in place depending on your needs and budget. Both types are quite more comfortable and natural-looking than a regular denture. Overdentures help improve a person’s oral health by preventing further bone loss and supporting nutritional needs more efficiently than traditional dentures.
Implant-supported dentures are a type of overdenture that use four or six implants screwed into the jawbone. They help maintain your existing bone by preventing further deterioration. This will result in improved bone stability and a more youthful overall appearance.
Implant-supported overdentures usually need two surgical procedures: one to place the implant into the jawbone and one to uncover the implant so that a prosthetic can be fabricated. This type of overdenture can be taken off when it’s time to sleep or when it needs to be cleaned.
Fixed implant-supported overdentures are similar to removable ones, but they are fixed in place by screws and cannot be removed by the patient. Only your dentist could gently unscrew the prosthetic to remove it if the need arises.
Fixed implant-supported overdentures offer the most stable alternative for patients with missing teeth. Nevertheless, they are quite challenging to clean as only a dentist can remove them. They are usually the most expensive option as well, as they require four dental implants and use screws as abutments.
In the case of bar-retained implant-supported overdentures, dental implants are placed in the bone and are connected to a bar that supports the overdenture. It allows the denture to clip on and off the implants as needed but offers more security than a conventional denture. Most people will only remove the overdenture to clean and sleep.
Ball retained implants are an excellent solution for people who need dentures for their lower arch. Usually two or four implants are inserted in the jawbone. For ball retained overdentures the abutment that connects from the implant to the denture is ball-shaped. This provides stability and improved functionality compared to a traditional denture. Moreover, ball attachments make it easier to clean and simple to change parts if any replacements are needed.
In some cases, patients are missing only a few of their teeth and so, they only need a partial denture. Overdenture partials are usually removable and come with some disadvantages such as putting pressure on existing neighboring teeth. An overdenture partial replaces tooth roots with one or more implants, so that the partial can clip onto the implants. Ultimately, they give a more natural appearance compared to a traditional partial denture.
The surgical process for an overdenture is similar to the placement of a single implant to replace just one missing tooth.
Your dentist will perform a comprehensive examination and thoroughly review your medical and dental history to determine your bone heights and if there is any need for additional surgeries such as bone grafting.
Your dentist will use a local anesthetic to get you numb. Then, multiple titanium implants will be screwed into your jaw bone.
You will need to heal over the next three to six months. Then your implants can be exposed.
When you are healed, your dentist will expose the implants. A healing cap is placed in order to help guide where the abutment and prosthetic will go.
The lab experts will continue with the fabrication of your overdenture. This process can take several appointments where they take impressions of your mouth.
After the overdenture is made, your dentist will place it in your mouth and see if he needs to make any adjustments. If the overdenture fits well, the teeth will be permanently secured in place.
The perks that come with an overdenture are endless. The most common advantages include:
A lot of people will use a traditional denture as a temporary solution until they can afford an overdenture. That’s why choosing to get your overdentures in Albania is a very efficient and cost-effective solution to your dental problems. City Dental Clinic offers the best overdentures in Albania, at the most competitive prices in the region.
Due to the country’s low taxation, our overdentures come at incredible prices, while guaranteeing top-notch quality! Why not save money and receive the best dental treatments at the same time? So, if you’re looking for a reliable, professional clinic which ensures safety, quality and exceptional customer support, City Dental Clinic is the way to go!
At City Dental Clinic, our professional dentists and lab experts guarantee the highest standards of quality, safety and sterilization when it comes to overdenture fabrication and placement. Our dental care specialists are trained abroad, and they have many years of experience in dentistry, specifically in overdenture and dental prosthesis procedures. Thanks to their knowledge and extensive expertise in the field, you can rest assured that you’ll receive the best dentures in Albania in the hands of our professionals.
