Dental Implants and Dentures in Frisco, TX
Many adults experience tooth loss at some point in their lives. Not only does this affect the appearance of their smile, but the functionality of their mouth as well. This includes difficulty eating, premature aging, and possible damage to surrounding teeth. Dental implants and dentures offer a long-term tooth replacement solution that works to regain your confidence and improve the functionality of your teeth.
Dental implants are artificial tooth roots that are placed in the jawbone, they can be used to replace a single tooth or multiple teeth. When a patient is missing all or most of their teeth, implants can be used as anchors to help improve the stability of dentures or partial dentures.
Dentures and partial dentures are false teeth that sit on your gums and they help replace missing teeth. Unfortunately even the best dentures in the world will move while you eat since they float on your gums and don’t have much anchorage. This is why more and more patients that wear dentures are getting implants to help improve the stability of their dentures. While both offer a solution to tooth loss, you should discuss your options with your dentist to better understand which option is right for you. Contact Frisco Dental Studio for dental implants and dentures in Frisco, TX.
Many people prefer dental implants over dentures because they are a more comfortable and long term solution. That said, dentures can also offer a natural appearance and comfortable feel if they are done right.
Unfortunately all dentures will move while you eat and talk since they stay in your mouth by forming a suction around your gums. Since every patient has different needs and preferences, it’s impossible to say which one is better for each individual. To determine the right option for you, you should schedule an appointment with your dentist.
The advantages of replacing missing teeth include: improved ability to chew, enhanced confidence, more defined facial structure, improved speech, and a stronger jawbone.
Dentures are generally cheaper than implants since they are not fixed to the jawbone. Dental implants, however, offer a more long-term solution, meaning they may be more cost-efficient in the long run. To better understand the price difference between these two, contact us at Frisco Dental Studio.
Dr. Rahman’s passion is replacing missing teeth and restoring the confidence and chewing ability of his patients. Dental implants and dentures are a big investment of time and resources so it’s important that you do your homework before you start your journey. Don’t just trust any dentist who has taken a weekend course to do such a complex and technique sensitive surgery. Dr. Rahman has over 7 years of surgical implant experience, having placed and maintained hundreds of implants. Book an appointment with Dr. Rahman for dental implants and dentures in Frisco, TX.
He spent a year in a hospital residency program mastering the surgical expertise needed to properly place and restore dental implants in Frisco, TX. When implants are combined with traditional dentures, they can dramatically improve your confidence, as well as the fit and suction of your teeth. If you want to improve your smile and enhance the functionality of your missing teeth, we have many solutions for you. We also cater to dental emergencies. Contact us today!
What Our Patients Are Saying
Don’t just take our word for it. Find out what people in our community think about Frisco Dental Studio.
“When a patient comes in missing teeth, they think the only options are dentures or expensive implants. What they don’t realize is that many patients benefit from a combination approach. Implants anchoring a denture give patients the stability and function they’ve been missing. They can eat normally again, speak clearly, and feel confident. I work with each patient to find the right solution for their bone structure, budget, and lifestyle goals.”
– Dr. Mahfuzur Rahman
Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD)
“Implants and dentures are not competitors; they’re tools for different situations. A patient with significant bone loss might start with a denture and later add implants for support. A younger patient with one missing tooth might go straight to a single implant. The key is understanding what each patient needs to restore function and confidence. That’s why a comprehensive evaluation before treatment is so important.”
– Dr. Zeenat Abdulali Kheraluwala
Focused on Restorative and Cosmetic Dentistry
Long-Term Success Rates for Tooth Replacement Options
Standard / Conventional Care
Dental Implant & Supported Restoration
Dental Implant Survival in Patients Age 65 and Older
96.2
96.2
Five-Year Implant Survival Across All Ages
96.3
96.3
Complete Denture Patient Satisfaction
87
87
Implant-Supported Denture Stability Improvement
94
94
Ten-Year Implant Survival
91.2
91.2
Denture Adjustment and Relines Required
60
60
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| Tooth Replacement Outcome | Percentage | What the Research Shows |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Implant Survival in Patients Age 65 and Older | 96.2% five-year survival | A meta-analysis estimated a 96.2% five-year implant survival rate among adults age 65 and older, demonstrating that age alone does not contraindicate implant therapy. |
| Five-Year Implant Survival Across All Ages | 96.3% survival | Across all age groups, implants achieved an estimated 96.3% five-year survival rate. |
| Complete Denture Patient Satisfaction | 87% satisfied | Approximately 87% of complete denture patients reported satisfaction with their dentures. |
| Implant-Supported Denture Stability Improvement | 94% stability | Implant-supported dentures demonstrated 94% stability compared to conventional dentures that rest on gums alone. |
| Ten-Year Implant Survival | 91.2% survival | A systematic review found that 91.2% of implants survived ten years following placement and loading. |
| Denture Adjustment and Relines Required | 60% needed adjustments | Approximately 60% of denture patients required adjustments or relines during the first year due to bone resorption and fit changes. |
Sources: Srinivasan M et al., “Dental Implants in the Elderly Population: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis,” Clinical Oral Implants Research, 2017; Pjetursson BE et al., “Survival and Complication Rates of Implant-Supported Fixed Dental Prostheses and Implant-Supported Removable Dentures,” Clinical Oral Implants Research, 2018; Carlsson GE, “Facts and Fallacies Regarding the Wearing of Dentures,” Journal of Prosthodontic Research, 2014
Tooth Replacement Options for Improved Function and Quality of Life
Missing teeth affect the ability to chew, speak clearly, and maintain facial structure. Both dental implants and dentures offer solutions that restore function and appearance, but they work differently and have different requirements.
Dental implants integrate with the jawbone to provide permanent, stable tooth replacement. The implant acts as an artificial root, allowing the replacement tooth or bridge to function like a natural tooth while preserving jawbone structure.
Dentures and partial dentures rest on the gums and replace missing teeth without requiring surgery or integration with bone. They are removable and can be adjusted or replaced as the patient’s mouth changes over time.
Implant-supported dentures combine the benefits of both options. When patients are missing all or most of their teeth, implants can be placed to serve as anchors, improving the stability and retention of dentures while reducing movement during eating and speaking.
Bone preservation is a key difference between the options. Implants preserve or maintain jawbone volume, while conventional dentures do not prevent the bone loss that naturally occurs after tooth loss.
Treatment planning should consider the patient’s oral health, bone structure, overall health, preferences, budget, and long-term goals. Frisco Dental Studio can evaluate individual circumstances and discuss which option offers the best outcome.
Questions Frisco Dental Patients Ask About Implants and Dentures
What are the differences between dental implants and dentures?
Dental implants are artificial tooth roots that are placed in the jawbone; they can be used to replace a single tooth or multiple teeth. When a patient is missing all or most of their teeth, implants can be used as anchors to help improve the stability of dentures or partial dentures. Dentures and partial dentures are false teeth that sit on your gums, and they help replace missing teeth. Unfortunately, even the best dentures in the world will move while you eat since they float on your gums and don’t have much anchorage. This is why more and more patients who wear dentures are getting implants to help improve the stability of their dentures. While both offer a solution to tooth loss, you should discuss your options with your dentist to better understand which option is right for you. Contact Frisco Dental Studio for dental implants and dentures in Frisco, TX.
What is the best option for replacing missing teeth?
Many people prefer dental implants over dentures because they are a more comfortable and long-term solution. That said, dentures can also offer a natural appearance and comfortable feel if they are done right. Unfortunately, all dentures will move while you eat and talk since they stay in your mouth by forming a suction around your gums. Since every patient has different needs and preferences, it’s impossible to say which one is better for each individual. To determine the right option for you, you should schedule an appointment with your dentist.
What are the benefits of denture and implant solutions?
The advantages of replacing missing teeth include: improved ability to chew, enhanced confidence, more defined facial structure, improved speech, and a stronger jawbone.
How does the cost of dentures differ from the cost of implants?
Dentures are generally cheaper than implants since they are not fixed to the jawbone. Dental implants, however, offer a more long-term solution, meaning they may be more cost-efficient in the long run. To better understand the price difference between these two, contact us at Frisco Dental Studio.
Can implants be placed if I have bone loss?
If you have experienced bone loss after tooth loss, bone grafting may be necessary before implant placement. Modern bone grafting techniques are effective, and the healed bone can support an implant successfully. Frisco Dental Studio can evaluate your bone structure with imaging and discuss whether grafting is recommended for your situation.
What is the difference between a single implant crown and an implant-supported bridge or denture?
A single implant crown replaces one missing tooth and is supported by one implant. An implant-supported bridge replaces multiple adjacent teeth using two or more implants as support. An implant-supported denture replaces all or most teeth and is retained and supported by multiple implants placed throughout the jawbone. The number of implants needed depends on how many teeth are missing and the amount of available bone.