Restorative Dentistry · Understanding your options for replacing missing teeth.

Fixed Teeth vs. Removable Teeth

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Considering Your Options

If you have several failing or missing teeth — or struggle with dentures that don’t fit well — chances are you’re putting up with daily discomfort. Dental implants make it possible to live a healthy, confident life, with options ranging from implant-supported dentures to permanently fixed full-mouth implants. Each approach to replacing missing teeth has its own benefits, trade-offs, and costs. Understanding your goals and what to expect makes it easier to find the right fit. At Sargon Dental, our implant dentist offers all of these treatments in Encino & West Hollywood, CA to bring function back to your smile. Let’s figure out whether a fixed or removable smile suits your lifestyle best!

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Comparing Fixed Teeth Vs. Removable

Broadly speaking, you have two paths for replacing teeth: fixed and removable. You’re probably familiar with dentures — the more basic option in terms of both cost and performance. These artificial teeth sit on an acrylic base that rests over your gums. They restore only about 20% of natural function and will eventually need repairs and replacement. A step up, implant-supported dentures are stabilized by two or more implants and restore roughly 60% of function — though they’re still a removable acrylic appliance that can crack or fracture over time.

The top choice for missing teeth is full-mouth dental implants: a fixed bridge of teeth permanently anchored by 4-8 implants. This option restores more than 98% of natural function, with teeth precision-made to look, feel, and perform like the real thing. You can eat without restrictions, improve your quality of life, and talk, laugh, and smile in complete comfort!

Traditional Dentures

Made of acrylic (plastic)
Provides minimal support
Requires relines and repairs over time
Prone to loosening or slipping out
Doesn’t halt jawbone loss
Must be taken out to clean
Can feel bulky or fit poorly
The most affordable option
Eligible for dental financing

Implant Supported Dentures

Made of acrylic or porcelain
Supported by two or more implants
May still need relines or repairs
Stays put — no slipping or falling out
More stability while eating
Removable for simple cleaning
Supports jawbone health
May not feel or look fully natural
A mid-range cost

Full Arch Fixed Teeth

Milled from a solid block of zirconia
Anchored to 4-8 implants
On par with natural teeth
Restores over 98% of function
Encourages a healthy jawbone
Resists bacteria and decay
Resistant to chips and fractures
Benefits oral and overall health
Maintained just like natural teeth
No special upkeep required
The premium-tier cost

Implant Care Requires an Expert Team

Our oral surgeon has provided implant treatment for many years. Drawing on state-of-the-art technology and implant systems, we deliver advanced surgery with strong long-term results time after time. Through personalized care, we tailor a solution that matches your smile goals, your oral health needs, and your budget. The process is clear and efficient: you’ll begin with a personalized consultation and evaluation with our oral surgeon in Encino & West Hollywood, CA. If needed, you’ll then have preparatory care — such as tooth extraction, bone grafting, or gum disease treatment — to establish proper oral health and a solid foundation for your new teeth.

We perform your implant surgery right here in our office while you rest comfortably under sedation. The procedure is carefully planned and highly predictable, and it’s typically finished in just a few hours. In many cases we can provide temporary teeth or adapt your existing denture, so you leave with working teeth while you heal. Once recovery is complete, your final set of teeth is precision-crafted to your exact specifications, along with our clinical recommendations, to optimize long-term function and beauty.

An Investment Worth Making

Our implant solutions in Encino & West Hollywood, CA deliver lasting gains in your health, function, and confidence — a permanent fix for missing teeth and a lifelong investment in yourself. Even without dental insurance, don’t assume this care is beyond your reach. We’ve teamed up with select dental financing companies to help make treatment affordable for any situation. Our financial coordinator can walk you through applying for financing and help arrange a payment plan that feels comfortable. Don’t limit your life over concerns about the cost of dental implants.

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