What is a Hybrid Denture?

A hybrid denture is a full denture (including prosthetic teeth and gum tissue) that completely covers the upper (maxillary) or lower (mandibular) alveolar ridge and is firmly anchored to the jawbone with dental implants. Since dental implants are surgery, it's best that they are placed by an expert oral surgeon.  

When there is a lot of bone loss in your jaws and you would like teeth that don't have to be taken out a Hybrid Denture is the best solution. This type of denture can only be removed by a dentist. If you currently wear a removable denture, you will be happy to know that a maxillary hybrid denture does not cover the palate of the mouth. Because hybrid dentures are affixed to your jawbone, you’re able to freely eat virtually any food you want. This also means your dentures won’t shift and slide around in your mouth, which can affect the look of your smile and ability to speak. 

What are the Advantages of this Type of Denture?

• Fixing a custom hybrid denture on implants has many benefits, making this treatment today’s highest standard of care for edentulous patients.
  
• Hybrid dentures  preserve your jawbone quality and bone density.
  

• There is no gum tissue irritation due to dentures slipping.

• Hybrid dentures are so stable patients have report they feel like natural teeth.
• The strength of your bite will be so increased that you can eat all of your favorite foods.
• Because a hybrid denture does not cover the roof of your mouth, you will be able to taste and enjoy your food.
• You will not use messy creams or adhesives to secure your denture in place.
• Your health will improve as you drink more water and eat the full range of nutritious foods without fear of loosening your denture.
• You will be able to clean your hybrid denture by brushing and water floss.
• Hybrid dentures last significantly longer than regular dentures and don’t contribute to the deterioration of your jawbone.
  

How do you know if the Hybrid Denture is the right option for you?

If you have lost all of your teeth on an arch or are about to lose them, a hybrid denture is truly the highest standard of care and will provide you with the highest quality of life. Patients in need of both an upper and lower full denture can have both arches restored with hybrid dentures.

The first step is to schedule a complimentary (no fee) initial consultation. During this consultation, you will receive an exam and learn if you are a good candidate for this type of treatment. You’ll also learn about other treatment options, and we’ll help you compare the advantages, disadvantages, and costs of the various types of dentures. Dr. Bakhshi will work closely with her preferred expert oral surgeons to place your dental implants. Both she and your surgeon will provide follow-up care.

We invite you to give us a call today to schedule your complimentary consultation and learn what is possible for you.