{"id":3428,"date":"2022-06-10T07:24:12","date_gmt":"2022-06-10T12:24:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jasonroedds.com\/?page_id=3428"},"modified":"2022-06-10T07:24:29","modified_gmt":"2022-06-10T12:24:29","slug":"fixed-dentures-hybrids","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/jasonroedds.com\/fixed-dentures-hybrids\/","title":{"rendered":"Fixed Dentures (Hybrids)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Many people are missing some or all of their teeth. There are many different dental options available. One of those treatment options are fixed dentures. Fixed dentures are a popular choice among those needed replacement teeth, they are not removable unless by a dentist and more importantly they allow the patient to eat and talk without the fear of the teeth moving out of place. <\/span><\/p>\n

What Are Fixed Dentures? \"fixed<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n

These implant options are a hybrid between a regular denture and an implant supported bridge. What this means is that the way that these dentures are placed into a patients mouth is with 4 implants that are attached to the jawbone and then the dentures are attached to the implants. This is why they are not removable like regular dentures are. Fixed dentures do not lay on the soft tissue of gums or on the jaw itself they lay on the implants themselves, This allows for a more stable option. <\/span><\/p>\n

Are All-On-4 Dental Implants the Same As Fixed Dentures? <\/span><\/h2>\n

Yes. All-on-4 implants are considered a fixed denture because it also is a hybrid treatment option. The implants that are installed into the jaw is what helps keep them in place, This eliminates the use for any dental adhesives. This gives the best option for being able to chew and not have to worry about the teeth moving and shifting. <\/span><\/p>\n

They are called all-on-4 because of the minimum requirement of needing 4 implant points for these to rest on. It can take up to 8 implant supports depending on your need. <\/span><\/p>\n

Why Choose A Dental Implant Instead Of A Denture?<\/span><\/h2>\n

The purpose of replacing teeth is to have the function of natural teeth or close to it. Dental implants are the best option for that. Choosing this type of prosthesis offers: <\/span><\/p>\n