Dentures Vs Implants | Stubbs Dental Implant Center

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Dentures are removable prosthetics that replace several or all missing teeth. They rest on the gums rather than the jawbone, which can cause shifting while eating or speaking. Because they don’t stimulate bone like natural teeth or implants, gradual bone loss can occur over time. Dentures require periodic adjustments or replacements as the mouth changes and generally provide less stability and comfort than fixed options.

How Dentures Work:

Removable: Taken out daily for cleaning and maintenance.
Gum-supported: Rely on suction or adhesive rather than being anchored in bone.
Prone to movement: May shift when eating or speaking, especially as bone structure changes.
Temporary in lifespan: Typically last 5–10 years before needing replacement.
Non-restorative to bone health: Do not prevent bone loss or changes in facial structure over time.

Common concerns with dentures include:

Bone loss: Without tooth roots or implants to stimulate the jaw, bone tissue gradually deteriorates.
Facial changes: Shrinking bone can cause the lower face to appear sunken or collapsed.
Movement and discomfort: Dentures may shift or rub, especially during eating or speaking.
Ongoing maintenance: Adhesives, cleaning routines, and periodic adjustments are needed to keep them functional.
Limited lifespan: Most dentures last only 5 to 10 years before replacement is required.

Dental implants are a permanent tooth replacement solution that closely mimic natural teeth in both function and appearance. Each implant consists of a small titanium post placed in the jawbone, where it fuses naturally through a process called osseointegration. This creates a stable foundation for a custom crown, bridge, or full-arch restoration like All-on-X dental implants. Because implants integrate with the bone, they help preserve facial structure and prevent bone loss — something removable dentures can’t do.

How Implants Work:

Fixed and permanent: Securely anchored into the jawbone for lasting stability.
Bone-supported: Stimulate the jaw to prevent bone loss and maintain facial shape.
Natural look and feel: Function and appearance closely match real teeth.
Long-lasting: With proper care, implants can last decades or even a lifetime.
Low maintenance: Cleaned and cared for like natural teeth without adhesives or removals.

Dental implants are a trusted long-term solution for replacing missing teeth, whether it’s one, several, or your full smile with full mouth dental implants. Unlike bridges or dentures, they don’t rely on other teeth or adhesives and can dramatically improve your confidence, speech, and ability to enjoy everyday life. At Stubbs Dental, we provide personalized dental implants in Utah at our offices in Bountiful, Layton, Murray, and Lehi, Utah.

Our titanium or ceramic implant posts closely mimic natural tooth roots and provide several long-lasting benefits, including:

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"My experience with Stubbs Dental was absolutely wonderful! I recently got two dental implants and was so happy with the care I received. Getting implant surgery was a big decision for me but the knowledgeable and experienced team at Stubbs eased all my concerns. Thank you for my fantastic new smile!"

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Planning Your Treatment

Visit one of our offices in Bountiful, Layton, Murray, or Lehi for a one-on-one consultation with an experienced implant dentist. During your initial consultation, you will discuss your medical and dental history with your dentist, and receive a thorough evaluation of your teeth, gums, jaw, and overall health.

Prerequisite Procedures

In some cases, patients may require a preparatory procedure before the implants can be placed. These treatments may include periodontal care for gum disease or bone grafting to rebuild lost tissue in the jaw.

Surgery & Implant Placement

During this initial surgery, the implant posts are anchored into the jawbone. The length of the oral surgery is usually about one hour if just one implant is placed and up to three hours when multiple implants are required. Compromised teeth can often be extracted and bone grafts can be placed at the same time that the implants are placed.

Healing Period

You may experience some minor side effects. These side effects are normal after implant placement and should subside within a few days. For traditional dental implant patients, it takes about four to six months for your jawbone to fuse with the implant posts in a process called osseointegration.

Placing Abutments

A second minor procedure is required to place an abutment on each implant. Recovery from this abutment surgery is typically about two weeks, giving the gums sufficient time to heal.

Implant Restoration

Once your recovery is complete, you will return to have your custom-made restoration placed, such as a crown. You will leave our office with full dental functionality and an attractive smile.

Experienced Doctors

Stubbs Dental Implant Center is Utah's leading implant provider. Our highly trained and experienced dentists have placed more implants than anyone else in the Beehive State. Each of our award-winning doctors has completed post-graduate and clinical training in implant dentistry.

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Affordability

Everyone wants high-quality dental services that fit their budget. Our dentists offer dental financing options to break up the total cost of care into affordable monthly payments. We accept financing through CareCredit® as well as local credit unions such as Mountain America.

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Focused on Your Comfort

We offer different sedation dentistry options to help deliver the best possible experiences to our patients, including IV sedation. That means an anesthesiologist may be involved to help you remain calm, relaxed, and free from any pain or discomfort throughout implant treatment.

At Stubbs Dental, we use state-of-the-art technology to make your dental implant experience faster, safer, and more precise. As a fully digital office, we rely on advanced tools that improve every step of the treatment process, from planning to placement.

Our digital approach offers several key benefits:

Faster appointments with less guesswork
Greater precision in implant placement
Higher success rates and long-term results

We use the latest imaging technology, including:

Digital X-rays
3D cone beam CT scans
Facial scanners

These tools provide detailed, 360-degree views of your teeth and bone structure, allowing us to determine the ideal position for each implant with accuracy and confidence. If you're considering dental implants in Utah, our advanced digital technology helps ensure a smoother and more successful experience from start to finish.

Ready to see the difference advanced technology can make? Schedule your consultation today at our Layton, Bountiful, Murray, or Lehi location.

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With convenient locations in Layton, Bountiful, Murray, and Lehi, we proudly serve patients throughout Northern and Central Utah and surrounding areas in Salt Lake County, Davis County, and Utah County. Our team is committed to providing personalized care and addressing any of your dental concerns in a non-judgmental and caring environment.

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