Having unstable dentures can put a serious damper on your life. When dentures are unsteady, it may feel as though embarrassment is lurking around every corner as your dentures threaten to slip. In addition, unstable dentures can make speaking more difficult as the facial muscles tense unconsciously in an effort to keep the dentures stable. With tense facial muscles, clear speech is nearly impossible, and your words may end up mumbled or slurred. So wouldn’t it be nice if you could stabilize your dentures with dental implants? You can, and all it takes is one phone call to your Ankeny IA dentist, Dr. Amanda Foust, to get started.
Benefits of Implant-Supported Dentures
Choosing to stabilize your dentures with dental implants has numerous benefits, perhaps the best of which is increased confidence. No longer will you have to worry about your dentures slipping and causing an embarrassing situation. Instead you can eat tough foods once again without thinking twice. An added bonus to implant-supported dentures is that those tough foods may taste a lot better than they would with standard dentures owing to the fact that implant supported dentures, which do not rely on suction for stability are able to leave the palate uncovered, with the result that patients often report improved senses of taste. Lastly, the stability that the dental implants provide will help to clarify your speech as the dentures remain steady in the mouth, allowing your facial muscles to relax so that your words will be both audible and clear.
Dental Implants in Ankeny IA
Dental implants are very versatile, making them a great option regardless of the number of teeth that are in need of replacement. If you are interested in receiving dental implants, your Ankeny IA dentist, Dr. Foust, will perform a thorough evaluation to make sure that you are a good candidate for dental implants. This initial evaluation is important for the success of your dental implants, which require a good supply of healthy bone for successful integration. Those candidates who do not have enough healthy bone tissue may qualify for dental implants through bone grafting.
About Dr. Amanda Foust: Dr. Amanda Foust is a graduate of the University of Iowa School of Dentistry. She opened Dental Impressions of Ankeny in 2006 and has since strived to bring quality dental care to area families. Patients can schedule an appointment with Dr. Foust by calling (515) 965-0230.
