For patients who have lost an entire arch of teeth, fixed implant-supported dentures look, feel, and function just like natural teeth — permanently anchored to the jaw with no slipping during eating or talking.
Fixed dentures are a tooth replacement option for patients who have lost an entire arch of teeth — top and/or bottom — or who need extraction. Dental implants anchor replacement teeth directly to the jawbone using titanium, which fuses to bone through a natural process called osseointegration.
The number of implants needed varies by individual bone volume and density, typically ranging from four to six per arch. Unlike traditional removable dentures, fixed dentures never come out and do not slip or shift.
Fixed dentures are designed to look, feel, and function just like your natural teeth.
Permanently anchored to implants — they don't slip during eating or talking.
Implants stimulate the jawbone the same way natural roots do, preventing deterioration.
With proper care, implant-supported fixed dentures can last for decades.
Dr. Shetty evaluates your bone volume and density using digital X-rays and 3D imaging to determine the number and placement of implants needed for your restoration.
Procedures are performed in-office under local anesthesia, taking one to three hours depending on the number of implants placed. Sedation is available for anxious patients.
Over the following months, the implants fuse to the jawbone. Patients should eat soft foods and avoid hard, chewy items for approximately three months during this healing phase.
Once the implants have fully integrated, your custom-crafted permanent teeth are attached — completing your new smile.
Post-operative discomfort is typically manageable with over-the-counter pain medication. Eating soft foods and avoiding hard, chewy items for about three months supports successful osseointegration and long-term implant stability.