If Dentures Are Uncomfortable, What You Need to Know: The Differences Between Full-Arch Implants and Dentures, as Explained by Haru Plant Dental Clinic in Gangnam

If dentures are uncomfortable, what you need to know

The differences between full-arch implants and dentures, explained by Haru Plant Dental Clinic in Gangnam

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Dentures are an older treatment method for people who have very few teeth left or whose teeth are completely damaged. However, among patients who use them, we often see cases where they complain of discomfort from wearing dentures.

In fact, among the patients who visit Haru Plant Dental Clinic for Gangnam implant consultations, it is not uncommon to see people who have used dentures for a long time and eventually seek full-arch implants.

You may be wondering why people who have had denture treatment later consider full-arch implants again, so we would like to look at the differences between the two treatments.

The treatment methods are different

Full-arch implants are a treatment that rebuilds an entire set of teeth with implants for people who have no teeth at all or very few remaining. The goal is to place the required number of implants into the jawbone and connect them to prosthetic teeth, restoring chewing function and appearance to a level close to natural teeth.

One of the most common questions here is how many implants need to be placed. You may think placing as many implants as there were original teeth would be burdensome, but full-arch implant treatment generally involves placing about 6 to 10 implants in the upper and lower jaws. The number placed can vary depending on the condition of each person's jawbone.

Chewing force, a clear difference you can feel in numbers

The most noticeable difference between dentures and full-arch implants is chewing force. Unlike implants, dentures are not fixed and are used by placing them on top of the gums, so they typically provide only about 15% to 20% of the chewing force of natural teeth.

By contrast, full-arch implants are firmly fixed to the gums and can restore about 80% to 90% of the chewing force of natural teeth. This is why foods that may have felt difficult with dentures, such as meat or nuts, can be eaten more comfortably.

Stability, the more it does not move, the more comfortable it is

Traditional dentures and full-arch implants show a big difference in stability because of their structural differences.

Because dentures are removable, their retention is relatively weak, and they may feel like they move when you smile or speak. This can lead to discomfort or embarrassing situations in daily life.

On the other hand, full-arch implants are firmly anchored in the jawbone, so you can expect a usage experience very similar to natural teeth. If implant treatment is completed well, most people say they hardly notice any foreign-body sensation.

Aesthetics, treatment satisfaction determined by how natural it looks

Another difference between full-arch implants and dentures is aesthetics. Dentures are made as a single structure with the gums and teeth, so they can look artificial, whereas full-arch implants preserve the shape of natural teeth, making them look much more natural.

The natural appearance of the restoration is just as important as function when it comes to treatment satisfaction. In particular, when skilled laboratory work and treatment that considers harmony among the teeth, gums, and face are combined, you can expect an appearance that suits not only your oral structure but also your face and overall impression.

Foreign-body sensation, the difference between covering and placing

There is also a clear difference in foreign-body sensation between the two treatments. Among patients who visit Haru Plant Dental Clinic for Gangnam implant treatment, many complain of discomfort or a foreign-body sensation caused by dentures that cover the entire gums.

Among these patients, most share reviews that after undergoing full-arch implant surgery, they can chew and speak comfortably without a foreign-body sensation, as if the teeth were their own. In this way, full fixed implants function with a structure similar to natural teeth after surgery, which can greatly reduce the sense of having something foreign in the mouth.

So far, we have looked at the differences between full-arch implants and dentures in detail. It is clear that they differ greatly not only in how they are fixed, but also in chewing force, stability, aesthetics, foreign-body sensation, and everyday comfort.

If you are reconsidering your treatment direction because of repeated discomfort while wearing dentures, it is important to determine exactly which treatment is right for your current oral condition.

To increase patient satisfaction after treatment, Haru Plant Dental Clinic continues to research and make efforts in many areas to maintain advanced digital diagnostic systems and high-level clinical expertise.

If you are considering Gangnam implant treatment, please compare the differences between dentures and full-arch implants thoroughly and choose the method that best suits your current condition carefully.