{"id":193,"date":"2024-05-06T15:45:00","date_gmt":"2024-05-06T15:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kathylamdds.com\/blog\/?p=193"},"modified":"2024-06-18T15:52:19","modified_gmt":"2024-06-18T15:52:19","slug":"a-new-world-transitioning-from-dentures-to-dental-implants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kathylamdds.com\/blog\/2024\/05\/06\/a-new-world-transitioning-from-dentures-to-dental-implants\/","title":{"rendered":"A Whole New World: Transitioning from Dentures to Dental Implants"},"content":{"rendered":"
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You made the transition to dentures some time ago. Whether you opted for a full set or partials, that definitely made a world of difference. Both you and your gums had to make some adjustments. Now you\u2019ve been looking into dental implants<\/a>. You\u2019re curious, but hesitant. How much of a hassle is that <\/em>change going to be?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For some concrete details about what it will be like going from dentures to dental implants, keep reading. We\u2019ll pull back the curtain on the difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Experiencing Your Senses with Dental Implants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Oftentimes and especially with dental treatments, we worry about how something is going to feel. Are dental implants comfortable? Will that be weird after having worn dentures for a while? The idea of anchoring a titanium post to your jawbone certainly sounds unpleasant. In actuality, many patients find dental implants much more comfortable and natural than dentures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For one thing, those titanium posts integrate with your bone in much the same way that a natural dental root would. Your jaw also has very few nerve endings, which is why you don\u2019t usually walk around with the sensation of having a root or implant post.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For another thing, this anchoring makes your dental implant incredibly sturdy. It won\u2019t slip or move while you talk or eat. From a tactile perspective, having dental implants feels the most like having natural teeth!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Navigating the Finer Details of Dental Implant Treatment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So the sensory transition is looking pretty good. What about the logistics? How will you go about moving from dentures to dental implants? It depends on your oral situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your dentist will customize your treatment plan to ensure your mouth can support your implants. This might look like taking some time for a bone graft to reinforce your jawbone or pausing to clean out gingivitis. Either way, you\u2019ll first consult with your dentist. They\u2019ll work with you to build an effective dental implant road map.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you thought \u201cthat sounds time-consuming\u201d, you\u2019re not wrong. Dental implant treatment is notoriously lengthy. In total, it could take between six months to a year for your transition to be considered complete. But this is the best and safest way to achieve success, and many patients consider the wait totally worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Avoid a Bumpy Dental Implant Placement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fortunately, the process isn\u2019t out of your control! Here are some things you can do to help it go smoothly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n