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Alternatives to Dental Implants<\/h3>\n

So, you\u2019ve decided dental implants aren\u2019t for you? That\u2019s ok, there are many reasons dental implants<\/p>\n

might not be for you, some people feel they\u2019re over their budget, others have health<\/p>\n

conditions that may reduce healing ability and of course some may just want to opt for a<\/p>\n

removable option. In this blog, we\u2019ll cover some dental implant alternatives<\/strong> that could be a<\/p>\n

great fit for you, if you are looking for Alternatives to Dental Implants.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s look at our first dental implant alternative, a dental bridge. What is a dental bridge?<\/strong><\/p>\n

A dental bridge is usually an option for those who have a singular missing tooth. A<\/p>\n

conventional bridge requires the preparation of the teeth on either side to support a tooth where the<\/p>\n

missing tooth is. This is because typically 3 crowns joined will be fitted, with either side<\/p>\n

supporting the new tooth. The issue with this is that it requires preparation of the teeth on<\/p>\n

either side, however, there is a less destructive alternative of dental implant and that is an adhesive dental<\/p>\n

bridge, these are supported with wings on both sides, rather than the joined dental crowns<\/a>.<\/p>\n

This can be a cheaper alternative and reduces the need to cut away at healthy teeth,<\/p>\n

However, they do tend to debone. A bridge could be an excellent alternative to a<\/p>\n

partial denture if you do have just a singular missing tooth. But we\u2019ll get to dentures a<\/p>\n

little later on. Whether you require a conventional or adhesive bridge will depend on a<\/p>\n

few factors such as how strong your supporting teeth are.<\/p>\n

Next up, dentures<\/strong>. These come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, you can have a<\/p>\n

flexible denture, \u2018flexible partials\u2019 or even full dentures. There are many types and you can<\/p>\n

even have permanent dentures also known as \u2018snap in\u2019 or \u2018span on\u2019 dentures in the form of<\/p>\n

all on 4 dental implants<\/a><\/strong>, but here we\u2019ll just be focusing on the removable type! The main<\/p>\n

worry people have about dentures, is how will they stay in? Modern day dentures are a lot<\/p>\n

more reliable than they used to be and their snug fit helps to keep them in place, however,<\/p>\n

denture adhesive can also be used.<\/p>\n

What are dentures? <\/strong><\/p>\n

Dentures are removable false teeth made of a type of plastic called<\/p>\n

acrylic, they fit over the gums and existing teeth. You may need a full denture when the<\/p>\n

majority of your mouth is missing teeth, or your dentist may advise you need a partial<\/p>\n

denture for 3 or more consecutively missing teeth. So that\u2019s the difference between a partial<\/p>\n

and full denture, but what is a flexible denture? You may have heard of flexible dentures<\/p>\n

such as valplast dentures. Flexible dentures are a type of partial denture that is more natural<\/p>\n

looking and often gives a better fit. A different plastic is used to create these dentures<\/p>\n

The typical valplast partial cost or any denture for that matter will cost anywhere from<\/p>\n

\u00a3500 -\u00a32000 per arch. The huge cost difference is based on whether they are flexible or<\/p>\n

traditional, the material used and the dentist. You can also visit your NHS dentist to see<\/p>\n

what can be done for you using the NHS service which reduces the cost drastically,<\/p>\n

however, the range of products available will usually be limited.<\/p>\n

Hygiene with a denture.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hygiene is very important when you have a denture, especially if you have a partial denture,<\/p>\n

plaque can build around the clasps (holding the denture to the teeth) or around the gum line.<\/p>\n

We recommend cleaning the denture twice a day, soaking it overnight and avoiding wearing the<\/p>\n

denture overnight. It is also suggested that hygiene appointments are just as important when<\/p>\n

having a denture as this will allow a dentist to ensure your teeth and those below your gum line are<\/p>\n

plaque-free.<\/p>\n

How to clean your dentures?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Cleaning your dentures is pretty easy! It is recommended to use a soft-bristled brush and a<\/p>\n

nonabrasive denture cleaner to remove any food or plaque from the denture. You will want to<\/p>\n

clean the groove where you have put denture adhesive too, but never use denture cleaner<\/p>\n

inside your mouth. Most dentures will lose their shape if not kept moist so you must leave your<\/p>\n

dentures to soak overnight, for soaking you can use tap or distilled water.<\/p>\n

You should also clean any remaining teeth in your mouth or your gums twice a day to<\/p>\n

prevent bacteria and plaque build-up.<\/p>\n

Are you looking to have dentures? The best thing you can do is visit a dentist and have a<\/p>\n

consultation to see your needs. We recommend googling \u2018 denture near me \u2019 to get<\/p>\n

an idea of the dentists locally that offer dentures. Their website should help to indicate the<\/p>\n

cost of their dentures, however, you can always ring and ask. Some dentists offer a<\/p>\n

complimentary virtual consultation, and we always recommend opting for this as it can help<\/p>\n

nervous patients feel more at ease, plus you don\u2019t need to pay for an initial consultation to<\/p>\n

have your questions answered. We hope we\u2019ve answered your questions about the<\/p>\n

alternative to dental implants<\/strong>. Replacing missing teeth can be scary, but just remember your dentist<\/p>\n

is there to help you!
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