{"id":399,"date":"2025-09-03T17:05:22","date_gmt":"2025-09-03T17:05:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/blog\/?p=399"},"modified":"2025-09-22T17:07:02","modified_gmt":"2025-09-22T17:07:02","slug":"dental-implants-dentures-jawbone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/blog\/2025\/09\/03\/dental-implants-dentures-jawbone\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s Better for My Jawbone \u2013 Dental Implants, or Dentures?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-1-300x200.png\" alt=\"Dentures sitting next to dental tools on a blue surface\" class=\"wp-image-400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-1-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-1-400x266.png 400w, https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-1-550x366.png 550w, https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-1.png 560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Both <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/dental-implants.html\">dental implants<\/a> and dentures are reliable tooth replacement options, but each will have a different impact when it comes to your bone health. You see, prolonged tooth loss can actually cause jawbone deterioration, which can lead to bite complications and sagging facial features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019d rather avoid all that, no one would blame you! So keep reading to learn which restoration is better for your jawbone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Causes Jawbone Loss?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The better question to start with is \u201cHow does your jawbone maintain itself?\u201d Like other parts of your body, blood circulation delivers important nutrients to the bone that keeps it dense and strong. Chewing on the foods you love actually promotes this circulation; pressure is transferred from the tip of your tooth, through the dental root, and on down to your jawbone. The stimulation essentially tells your brain that part of the bone is still being used and requires nutrients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tooth loss causes jawbone deterioration because it removes the bone\u2019s source of stimulation. Instead of receiving nutrients, the jawbone starts to break down and becomes reabsorbed by the body. Not everyone learns <em>that <\/em>in biology class!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Dentures Don\u2019t Prevent Jawbone Shrinkage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, dentures don\u2019t completely prevent this process from occurring. Though they do replace missing teeth, they don\u2019t replace the dental roots that are responsible for getting stimulation to your jawbone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, dentures can <em>slow <\/em>jawbone loss. Since they\u2019re suctioned to your gums, they do manage to transfer some pressure \u2013 just not enough to keep the bone preserved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Dental Implants Can Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental implants, on the other hand, <em>do <\/em>replace the dental roots. That\u2019s what the biocompatible implant post is for! Once the post fully fuses with your jawbone, it will be able to transfer chewing pressure from the restoration to the bone. Your jawbone will start receiving the nutrients it needs, and your oral function and facial features will be preserved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You have options with dental implants, too \u2013 they\u2019re highly versatile and can be combined with other restorations. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/implant-dentures.html\">Implant dentures<\/a>, for example, can replace multiple missing teeth, providing the best of both dentures and implants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, dentures can still be a good tooth replacement option for those who choose them. However, if you\u2019re worried about your bone health, it\u2019s definitely worth considering a dental implant restoration. Their unique design will keep you smiling for years to come!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Sunrise Dental, our dedicated team of professionals are able to provide our patients with comprehensive dental care. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/dr-song-ahn.html\">Dr. Ahn<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/dr-thomas-ahn.html\">Dr. Thomas<\/a>, for example, are highly experienced with dental implant restorations. If you\u2019d like to learn more about your jawbone health and tooth replacement options, they\u2019d be happy to help you build a personalized treatment plan. To schedule your consultation today, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/contact.html\">contact our office<\/a> at 713-869-9973.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Both dental implants and dentures are reliable tooth replacement options, but each will have a different impact when it comes to your bone health. 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