Many people and businesses perform some sort of cost-benefit analysis when making important financial decisions. This analysis is essentially to determine: What am I getting for this product or service vs. what am I paying? Depending on the results of this analysis, you can determine whether the price of your product or service is worthwhile. If the sum of the benefits outweighs the financial impact of the cost, then you may wish to go through with it! When replacing missing teeth, consider the benefits and costs of using dentures. Often, the costs and benefits all depend on the type of denture you’re considering and the level of stability you’re looking for. With mini implant dentures, you can enjoy incredible stability at an affordable cost, making your investment worthwhile!
Types of Dentures
Experiencing tooth loss can profoundly impact your daily life, affecting how you speak, eat, and feel about your appearance.
Dentures have been a longstanding solution, restoring your mouth’s functionality and bringing back those confident smiles. However, not all dentures are created equal, so it’s important to understand your options.
Traditional Denture
These removable dentures are the most common option, with a bulky denture base that sits on your gums. While these old-fashioned dentures served their purpose for many years, they lack the stability, comfort, and functionality of more modern denture options.
Additionally, traditional dentures don’t replace your missing tooth roots. This allows your jawbone to deteriorate over time, changing the shape of your face and causing the denture to lose its fit! Only dental implant-supported dentures can replace these roots while restoring your smile.
Implant Dentures
At the Center for Cosmetic Dentistry, we secure implant dentures directly to your jawbone with mini dental implants, a smaller form of the traditional dental implant. This jawbone connection gives them far greater stability and functionality than conventional dentures, improving your quality of life!
Mini implant dentures come in a variety of costs and functions. In order of increasing stability, these dentures are:
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A Snap-on denture secures onto 4 to 8 mini implants. Snap-on dentures: Sometimes called overdentures, this device snaps onto 4-8 mini implants for great stability. While they remain secure on your implants, they are removable, allowing you to remove them at any time. Additionally, the support of mini implants allows us to remove some of the bulky upper denture plate.
- Fix-on-Six dentures: This prosthetic is a roundhouse bridge that replaces all your teeth without the need for a gum base. It’s a semi-removable device that only an implant dentist like our doctors can remove for cleaning. The roundhouse bridge is made of zirconia, a material ten times stronger than natural tooth enamel. This material, combined with the extra implants used to secure it, gives this device impressive durability.
- Permanent dentures: As the strongest option available, a permanent roundhouse bridge secures onto 10-12 mini implants. This non-removable denture is the closest option to the look, feel, and function of your natural teeth.
Denture Options Compared
| Type of Denture | Removability | Number of Mini Implants | Stability Level | Base | Teeth Material | Durability | Price |
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| Traditional | Yes | None | – | Plastic | Acrylic | 5-7 years | 💲 |
| Snap-On | Yes | 4-8 | 💪 | Plastic (smaller) | Acrylic | 5-10 years | 💲💲 |
| Fix-on-Six | Only by a dentist for professional cleaning | 6-10 | 💪💪 | – | Zirconia | 10-20+ years | 💲💲💲 |
| Permanent | No | 10-12 | 💪💪💪 | – | Zirconia | 15-20+ years | 💲💲💲 |
The Cost of Mini Implant Dentures vs. the Benefits
The major consideration for many potential denture wearers is the final cost. If you’re looking at the chart above and thinking, “Why would I choose the most expensive option?” consider its benefits. The Fix-on-Six and permanent dentures mimic the look, feel, and functionality of your natural teeth. Eliminating the plastic base and connecting to more mini implants provides an experience that removable dentures simply can’t match. If taken care of properly, a roundhouse bridge can last a lifetime!
Making the Cost of Mini Implant Dentures Affordable
Imagine never having to worry about missing teeth, loose dentures, trouble speaking, or avoiding certain foods ever again. That confidence and peace of mind are priceless.
At the Center for Cosmetic Dentistry, our experienced staff will work with your insurance company to maximize your coverage. We also partner with multiple financing companies that provide flexible monthly payments to help make implant dentures affordable, regardless of your budget.
Don’t Let the Cost of Mini Implant Dentures Hold You Back
Mini implant dentures aren’t just a financial investment; they improve your health, well-being, and lifestyle. With the various options available and our commitment to making treatment accessible, you can regain your confidence, restore function, and smile brightly once again!
Contact us at the Center for Cosmetic Dentistry and schedule a free consultation to take the first step towards a stable smile.
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