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Implant Supported Dentures

Okun Dentistry is the best dentist in Tempe I have been to. It’s a small family practice that does business right. I’ve been a client here for the past 5 years and have never had a bad experience. I have loved my experience here so much that I even decided to do my ortho treatment with them. If you live in the metro Phoenix area, highly recommend checking out Okun Dentistry.

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Okun Dentistry provides implant-supported dentures to our patients in Tempe, AZ. Dental implants are among the best to provide comfortable, reliable tooth replacement therapy. We will guide you through the implant surgery process step-by-step, from your initial consultation to prosthesis delivery.

What Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are an excellent option for people with one or more missing teeth. They are made from a titanium screw placed into the jaw and serve as a root for an artificial tooth. They are one of the best methods to provide a comfortable, permanent solution for replacing missing teeth. Dental implants are surgically embedded into the jaw bone and anchor the artificial tooth. Like natural tooth roots, dental implants lie under the gum line and are not visible. Only the crown is visible and looks just like a natural tooth.
Dental implant model showing prosthetic teeth attached to implants in pink gum tissue.

What Are Dentures?

Dentures are artificial teeth used to support missing teeth or gum tissues. They can be made from acrylic resin, porcelain, and metal materials. The teeth are supported by a gum-colored base made from plastic resin that fits the remaining bone ridge in the patient’s mouth. The artificial teeth projecting from the base look like natural teeth.

Dentures come in several different forms, including traditional dentures that are removable and permanent, implant-supported dentures:

  • Removable partial dentures for people who are missing one or more teeth but don’t need an entire arch
  • Temporary dentures/immediate dentures that are used for dental emergencies or in preparation for oral surgery
  • Full removable dentures for complete tooth loss
  • Implant-supported dentures for a permanent solution to missing teeth
  • All-on-four dental implants are the entire dental bridge affixed to the upper or lower jaw with just four titanium screws.

No matter which type of dentures or dental implants you choose, the goal is to provide healthy teeth that work and function like natural teeth and promote good oral health. When you schedule a consultation with one of our doctors, they’ll help you decide if you are a good candidate for dental implants or if you need removable dentures. The current condition of your jaw bone, your specific needs, and your lifestyle will all be considered when deciding which solution is best for you. In some cases, the dentist may recommend temporary dentures to help a patient transition to a more permanent solution.

Frequently Asked Questions

Implant‑supported dentures are dentures anchored to titanium dental implants placed in your jaw. These implants act like roots, offering a stable, permanent base for the denture—making them more secure and comfortable than traditional removable dentures. 

Unlike traditional dentures that rest on the gums, implant‑supported dentures attach to implants in your jawbone. This provides better stability, prevents shifting, and helps preserve bone for a more natural feel and longer-term oral health. 

Ideal candidates have sufficient jawbone density to support implants, good general health, and realistic expectations. During a consultation, our Tempe team evaluates your bone condition, oral health, and lifestyle to recommend whether implant‑supported dentures are right for you. 

The process begins with a consultation and imaging to assess bone structure. Implants are surgically placed, allowed to heal and integrate with bone, and then a custom denture is fabricated and attached, giving you a secure, functional replacement. 

Healing time varies, but generally it takes several months for the implants to fuse with your jawbone (osseointegration). Once integration is complete, we will place the final denture for optimal fit and functionality. 

Yes — some implant dentures are designed to be removable by a dentist, while others are fixed permanently. The design depends on the number of implants used and the patient’s preference, and we’ll guide you through the best option during your Tempe consultation. 

Benefits include increased stability, improved chewing ability, better comfort, and preservation of jawbone compared to traditional dentures. They also reduce slipping and provide a more natural look and feel for long‑term use. 

Care involves daily brushing of the denture and implants, flossing around the implant posts, and routine dental check‑ups. Maintaining good hygiene helps prevent infection, ensures implant longevity, and preserves the fit of your denture. 

Yes. Because the implants act like natural tooth roots, they stimulate the jawbone and help prevent bone resorption — one of the main drawbacks of traditional, gum‑supported dentures. 

During implant surgery, we use local anesthesia, so you should not feel pain. Mild discomfort afterward is normal; we provide post-operative care, pain management, and follow-up to ensure a smooth recovery.