Lifting, Moving Over-Denture…Leading Burbank Dental Implant Dentist Reviews Reasons Why. (3 min Video)

Dr Ramsey Amin of Burbank Dental Implants: Ramsey Amin DDS

Dentures lift and move and dental implant overdentures can too!  In this video shot in my Burbank office, I review some of the common problems that can lead to a denture supported with dental implants to lift up when you chew.  Your anatomy can also contribute to a denture that moves. Careful planning and an understanding of your unique … Read more

Snap In Dentures on Dental Implants – Burbank Dental Implant Specialist

Lower implants for snap on dentures

Snap in dentures is a term some patients use when they come to see me for dental implant dentures in Burbank.  There is a product called the "snap on smile" that is not related to implant dentistry. Snap in dentures are dental implant overdentures. That means they go over dental implants.  The more implants you have … Read more

Can I Replace My Dentures With Dental Implants? Burbank’s Ramsey Amin DDS explains

Upper and lower dentures

"When should a denture be replaced?" “Can I replace my dentures with dental implants or an implant overdenture?” These are two questions that patients in my Burbank, California office ask on a routine basis. There are instances where your dentures may have been replaced after 1 year or less, and on the opposite side of the … Read more

Permanent Dentures and Teeth – Is it Possible With Dental Implants?

You may hear a radio ad that talks about “permanent” teeth or “permanent” dentures. Permanent is a very strong word and may not be completely true. It may be a marketing tactic only. A major implant manufacturer (Nobel BioCare) even says it! Dental implants are fantastic, and they are the closest thing to being “permanent.”  … Read more

Zinc Poisoning from Denture Adhesive? Burbank Dental Implant Dentist Review

This is very new information that is yet another reason to have dental implants rather than using messy pastes and liners to hold in loose dentures. Zinc is a component used to make denture adhesive.  When you use excessive denture adhesive paste, you ingest zinc. Excessive zinc intake may cause problems in the blood and … Read more

Why Even Have Missing Teeth Replaced? – Dental Implants, Etc…

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Do I need all of my teeth? 2021 UPDATE TO THIS POST –MUST WATCH SHORT VIDEO Do I really need full mouth implants (full arch dental implants) or just a single implant? What should your missing teeth be replaced? Well, your mouth, jaw, and body developed together over millions of years. They are designed to … Read more

Dental Implant CT Scan Video

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The power of interactive CT cone beam scans in implant dentistry is amazing! It allows me to plan the surgery in advance.  I can see things that I could never see with traditional x-rays. This man from Glendale, California was missing all of his teeth and wore regular dentures. The CT (CAT) scan allowed the … Read more

Dental Implant Maintenance…OVER-DENTURE VS FIXED BRIDGE

Snap on overdentures

Fixed bridges are attached to your dental implants much like your natural teeth are connected to your bone. Because they are most similar to teeth, they do require some maintenance. Most importantly is your daily routine at home. You must brush and floss your implant fixed bridge. You will also need to have regular x-rays … Read more

Fixed Dental Implant Bridge vs. Implant Denture – What is the REAL Difference?

Fixed dental implant bridge

There is a common mistake that I hear from patients on a regular basis. Often times, I see patients for second opinions for dental implants to replace all of their teeth. They tell me they are having all their teeth removed and having a “bridge.” When I dig deeper or reference their paperwork, they are … Read more

How Many Dental Implants Do I Need Under My Denture?

Bar connecting 4 implants for an overdenture

In this post I am specifically talking about overdentures, not fixed implant bridges. Most commonly, a lower denture is supported with two to four implants underneath it.  The more implants you have the more stable the denture is. If I gave you a stool with two legs, could your sit on it?  Yes you could!  … Read more