Which Is Better Removable Dentures Or Implants? Give The Advantages And Disadvantages?

Posted on Thu, 22 Aug 2013

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Question : What is better for my father as a dental solution - removable dentures or implants?
What are advantages and disadvantages of havings implants vs dentures?

Answered by Dr. Rohan Khandelwal (2 days later)

Brief Answer:
Depends on various factors highlighted below

Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir,

Thank you for asking your query. Both are viable dental solutions. Dentures have been in use for quite long and implants are a recent development (at least in India).

Dentures are made according to the needs of the patient and they can be removed and re-applied. The problem is that if the dentures are not properly made, they cause difficulty to the patient. Also dentures might require changes every now and then.

Implants are a more permanent solution and give a better cosmetic appearance but their application requires an elaborate procedure and they cannot be used in patients with weak bones (as they have to be fitted into the bone).

Hope I answered your question. Please feel free to clarify any other query.

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