Permanent dentures stay in the mouth and are not removed. They are screwed into dental implants using a metal framework underneath the denture. The dental implants are inside the bone underneath and do not move. They serve to anchor the implant dentures in place. Unlike traditional complete dentures, these dentures do not move and can tear food much like real teeth.

           Making permanent dentures is not a simple process. It takes several steps that all should be coordinated to achieve a beautiful and functional result. The patient should look good and chew well. The whole process begins with a diagnostic cosmetic set up of the teeth. The set up is tried into the patient's mouth to be sure that the teeth and the patient's face look good. Once this is completed, the best positions of the dental implants is chosen based on the final positions of the denture teeth. A surgical guide can be made based on the diagnostic set up so that during the dental implant surgery, the implants can be placed in precise locations.

          The metal framework substructure inside the permanent dentures can be designed to accurately fit into the implants after the healing and integration of the dental implants has successfully occurred. Once this framework is checked, the pink acrylic base and denture teeth can be processed onto and over the metal framework. The final dental restorations are then inserted into the patient's mouth over the dental implants and screwed into place. Final adjustments can then be made to the denture before sealing off the implant screws with cold cure denture acrylic.

          If you are interested in permanent dentures, Dr. Mark Allan Padolsky, our dentures dentist, would be happy to meet with you to discuss your options. These dental restorations have a great many benefits that overcome most of the problems that denture wearers often have. The dentists at the Atlanta Dental Group PC are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being. You are welcome to join our family of patients. Dental financing is available to qualified patients and our staff can assist patients with this process. Call 404-874-7428 to schedule free dentures consultation.