Implant Supported Dentures - San Francisco, CA
Consider the Options for Restoring Your Missing Smile
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Dentures have stood the test of time and are still in wide use for tooth replacement today. While they offer generally acceptable performance, they do have their downsides. If you’re already wearing dentures you may know these all too well. Dentures stay in place with suction or adhesive pastes. Through jawbone recession and wear they can come loose—often at the worst times. You may be eating or speaking with a friend and the dentures suddenly slip, embarrassing you. Their instability can also cause painful friction against your gums. If these concern you, our tooth replacement specialists at SF Smile Doctor encourage you to consider options that put an end to loose dentures in San Francisco, CA.
Comparing Fixed Teeth Vs. Removable
There are two primary options for replacing missing teeth: fixed and removable. Dentures may seem like a quick, cost-effective solution, but they come with drawbacks. Dentures can slip, click, fall out, and require messy adhesives. They also need to be removed for cleaning. Irritation of gum tissue and trouble eating or speaking are common complaints among denture wearers. And because dentures sit on top of the gums, they don’t stimulate the bone beneath—leading to bone loss and a sunken-in facial appearance.
Implant-supported dentures solve many of these problems. Removable versions stabilized by two or more implants can restore about 60% of dental function. You can also choose fixed implant-supported dentures, which are only removable by a dental professional. These are often referred to as permanent dentures—the best option for those looking for a long-term solution. Full mouth dental implants consist of a fixed bridge permanently supported by four to eight implants. Unlike dentures, they stimulate bone growth and preserve your facial structure. They look and function like natural teeth and are designed to last. You’ll also enjoy better comfort, stability, and the ability to eat your favorite foods—restoring over 98% of natural function.
Traditional Dentures
Made from acrylic (plastic)
Offers minimal support
Will need relines and repairs
Often loosens or falls out
Does not halt jawbone loss
Must be removed to clean
May be bulky or ill-fitting
Low-cost treatment option
Qualifies for dental financing
Implant Supported Dentures
Made from acrylic or porcelain
Support from 2+ implants
May need relines or repairs
Won’t slip, loosen, or fall out
Greater stability for eating
Removable for easy cleaning
Improves jawbone health
May not look or feel natural
Moderate treatment cost
Qualifies for dental financing
Full Arch Fixed Teeth
Designed from block of zirconia
Fixed to 4-8 implants
Comparable to natural teeth
Restores over 98% function
Promotes healthy jawbone
Resistant to bacteria and decay
Fracture- and chip-resistant
Improves oral and overall health
Cared for like natural teeth
No additional maintenance
Highest treatment cost
Qualifies for dental financing
Experience Matters with Dental Implants
When making the decision to get dental implants to replace missing teeth, it’s important to choose a professional with years of advanced training, in-depth knowledge of oral structures and extensive restorative expertise. Our implant dentist Dr. Sassan Kafayi received advanced training, participates in continuing education specific to dental implant techniques and has vast expertise placing dental implants in San Francisco, CA . You’ll also benefit from our state-of-the-art technologies, including dental implant surgery guided by precision digital software. With personalized treatments at Implant SF, we customize a tooth replacement solution that precisely fits your smile goals, oral health needs and budget. Our treatment process is straightforward and efficient. The first step is a personalized consultation and evaluation by Dr. Sassan Kafayi in San Francisco, CA. While most patients who come to us are ideal candidates for full mouth dental implants, bone loss or gum disease require preliminary treatments to enable receiving dental implants. You’ll walk out of our office with a clear understanding of all the steps involved in your smile journey—from the cost of care—to clinical information specific to your unique smile restoration.
On the day of your implant placement, we offer several anesthesia options for your ultimate comfort. Dr. Sassan Kafayi may be able to extract remaining teeth and perform bone grafting during this same appointment. Small incisions are made in your gums, then the required number of implants are placed underneath your gums in preplanned sites in your jawbone. At Implant SF, we use a top-rated guidance system that ensures each implant is placed at the exact angle, depth and location in your jaw with the densest bone for optimal long-term function. During this visit, we’ll provide you with a temporary set of teeth that look and feel natural so you won’t have to suffer another day with a missing smile. After your implants fuse with your jawbone over a period of three to six months, you’ll return to our office to receive your final customized restoration.
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What to Expect on Implant Day
We offer multiple anesthesia options to keep you comfortable. During your procedure, Dr. Kafayi can often extract remaining teeth and perform bone grafting in the same visit. He’ll make small incisions and place your implants into carefully pre-planned positions in your jawbone using a top-rated guidance system. Before you leave, you’ll receive a temporary set of teeth that look and feel natural—so you won’t have to go another day without your smile.
After 3–6 months of healing, when your implants have fused with the bone, you’ll return to receive your permanent restoration.
Invest in a Long-Term Dream Smile
Although they come with a higher upfront cost, dental implants are a cost-effective treatment when you consider they can provide decades or even a lifetime of oral health and happiness, with proper care. The cost of dental implants is based on necessary preliminary treatments and your customized treatment plan. Fixed full mouth dental implants cost more than removable implant supported dentures. Although most insurance companies don’t provide coverage for dental implants, some may partially pay for the crown component. At Kafayi Sassan DDS, we want everyone to enjoy the life-changing benefits of dental implants, so we offer top-rated third-party financing to make them more affordable.
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