Implant-Supported Dentures in Bangkok: Secure Your Smile with HeySmile Dental Clinic
Are you an expat in Bangkok struggling with loose, uncomfortable full dentures? Traditional dentures can often lead to pain, chewing difficulties, and a lack of confidence. At HeySmile Dental Clinic, we offer advanced implant-supported dentures – a life-changing solution that provides superior stability, comfort, and function for patients with full missing arches.
Tired of Ill-Fitting Dentures? Understanding the Problems & HeySmile's Solution
Conventional full dentures, while replacing missing teeth, often come with a host of issues:
- Irritated Gums & Mouth: Poorly fitting dentures can cause painful sore spots, inflammation, and even increase the risk of mouth infections.
- Denture Movement: As jawbone and gums are no longer stimulated by natural teeth, the bone shrinks over time, causing dentures to loosen and slip.
- Lack of Retention: Adhesive creams offer only temporary relief and can be messy.
- Poor Chewing Function: Loose dentures severely limit your ability to bite properly and enjoy a wide range of foods.
HeySmile Dental Clinic’s implant-supported dentures are designed to overcome these challenges, locking your full dentures securely in place for a significantly better fit and enhanced quality of life.
Types of Implant-Supported Dentures at HeySmile
At HeySmile Dental Clinic, implant-supported dentures involve the strategic placement of dental implant posts (typically 2 to 4 implants per arch), with your full overdentures snapping securely onto these posts. The number of implants recommended will vary based on your specific bone condition and whether it’s for the upper or lower jaw.
Common retention methods include:
- Implants with Bar: A metal bar connects the implants, providing a stable base for the denture to clip onto.
- Implants with Locator: Individual attachments (locators or ball abutments) are placed on the implants, allowing the denture to snap directly onto them.
Conventional Dentures vs. Implant-Supported Dentures:
The HeySmile Advantage
| Feature | Traditional Full Dentures | HeySmile's Implant-Supported Dentures |
|---|---|---|
| Stability & Comfort | Stability & Comfort Rub against gums, rest on bone; often create sore spots. Nothing to hold them in place. | Fixed on implants: Do not rub gums, no sore spots, locked securely. |
| Chewing Function | Difficult to chew, limited food choices, possible slipping. | Embedded in bone:Prevents slipping, enables significantly easier and stronger chewing. |
| Bone Preservation | Bone shrinks and loses density over time due to lack of stimulation. | Stimulate bone: Draw strength from bone, helping to prevent/reduce bone resorption and shrinkage. |
| Maintenance | Requires regular adjustments and relining due to bone changes. | Easy to clean & maintain: Stable fit, less need for frequent adjustments. |
| Confidence | Can slip and slide, affecting speech and smile. | Secure & Confident: No slipping, allowing confident speaking and smiling. |
Your Implant-Supported Overdentures Procedure at HeySmile Dental Clinic
HeySmile Dental Clinic follows a precise, patient-focused procedure for your implant-supported overdentures, ensuring optimal results and comfort.
Step 1
FREE Comprehensive Treatment Plan & Consultation
Your journey begins with a FREE consultation with our implant prosthodontist.
- If you have existing full dentures, please wear them or bring them along for evaluation.
- Your dentist will discuss your concerns and all possible treatment options.
- A panoramic X-ray and a 3D CT scan are taken for detailed diagnosis and bone condition assessment.
An implant surgical template may be created for precise planning. We encourage you to highlight any questions or concerns with your implantologist during this stage.
Step 2
Preliminary Treatments & Preparation for Comfort
- Temporary Dentures: While your implants heal (a process called osseointegration, typically 2 to 6 months), you may need temporary dentures. If you have existing dentures, we may adjust or reline them for use post-surgery. If not, impressions will be taken to create a temporary set.
- Sedation Options: Implant surgery is commonly performed under local anesthesia for quick recovery. However, for patients with dental anxiety, HeySmile Dental Clinic offers in-patient sedation procedures (moderate sedation or general anesthesia). Please discuss these options with your implantologist during consultation.
Step 3
Precise 1st Stage Dental Implant Placement
Once your treatment plan is confirmed and preliminary preparations are complete, our oral surgeon will place the dental implant posts.
- This first stage of denture implant surgery is normally performed under local anesthesia, allowing for quick recovery and an outpatient procedure. You can return home immediately after your implant posts are placed.
The placement surgery typically takes about 1 to 3 hours, depending on the number of implants required.
Step 4
Crafting & Fitting Your 2nd Stage Overdentures
- The implants are left to heal and integrate with your jawbone for approximately 3 to 6 months or more.
- During your return visit for the second stage, a panoramic X-ray is taken to verify complete osseointegration.
- Your custom overdentures are then meticulously fabricated in our on-site dental laboratory.
- Finally, a bar, ball, or locator abutment is fitted over the implant posts, and your implant prosthodontist will securely snap in and adjust your overdentures. The implants act as robust anchorages, securing your overdentures firmly in place.
Why Expats Choose HeySmile for Implant Dentures in Bangkok
HeySmile Dental Clinic is the preferred choice for expats seeking secure and comfortable implant-supported dentures in Bangkok, Thailand. We offer:
Specialized Prosthodontists & Oral Surgeons
Expertise in both implant placement and custom denture fabrication.
Advanced Diagnostics
Precise planning with panoramic X-rays and 3D CT scans.
On-Site Digital Lab
For accurate and efficient creation of your custom overdentures and abutments.
Patient Comfort
Options for local anesthesia and sedation to ensure a relaxed experience.
Genuine Implant Systems
Utilizing trusted and scientifically proven implant brands.
Transparent Pricing
Clear costs and a FREE initial consultation to discuss your personalized treatment plan.
Long-Term Care
Solutions designed for durability, comfort, and enhanced quality of life.
Say goodbye to slipping dentures and discomfort. HeySmile Dental Clinic can provide you with the stability and confidence you deserve with implant-supported dentures.
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Why HeySmile Dental Clinic is Your Top Choice for Dental Implants in Bangkok ?
About us
Welcome to HeySmile
Our practice is built on care, expertise, and trust.
Located in Sukhumvit 21 (Asok), the heart of Bangkok’s lively business district, HeySmile is more than just a dental clinic—it’s a place where world-class care meets a warm, family-friendly approach. We welcome patients from all over the world with open arms and expert hands.
With a legacy in dentistry, our family of professionals has built a practice rooted in trust, excellence, and cutting-edge technology. From advanced sterilization protocols to the latest innovations in dental care, we uphold international standards to ensure the best experience for our patients. Your needs come first, and we are committed to personalized, compassionate service—treating you just like family.
Find us in a prime location, only a 5-minute walk from BTS Asok and MRT Sukhumvit.