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Implant-Supported Dentures vs. Traditional Dentures: Which is Right for You in Harleysville, Skippack, and Norristown?

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For decades, traditional removable dentures were the only option for replacing a full arch of missing teeth. Today, patients in Harleysville, Skippack, Norristown, and Eagleville have a vastly superior alternative: implant-supported dentures (also known as overdentures). At Dental Implant Studio of Montgomery, we help patients understand the dramatic differences these dental implants make.

Key Differences in Stability and Comfort:

FeatureTraditional DenturesImplant-Supported Dentures
RetentionHeld in place by suction and adhesives.Snaps securely onto 2-4 dental implants.
Chewing PowerOnly 10-20% of natural strength; prone to slipping.Up to 50-70% of natural strength; very stable.
Bone HealthAccelerates bone loss and causes facial aging.Preserves jawbone structure due to implant stimulation.
ComfortCan cause sores, rubbing, and gagging.Significantly smaller and more comfortable.

 

Implant-supported dentures are a highly popular and affordable dental implant solution for many patients from Harleysville to Norristown, offering dramatically improved confidence and function without the commitment of the fully fixed All-on-X bridge.

Visit Dental Implant Studio of Montgomery in the Eagleville region to discuss which type of implant restoration is best for your specific needs.