Full Arch Restoration
In Louisville, KY
Full tooth loss can be caused by age, dental trauma, or disease. Those things should not prevent you from getting a smile that returns your functionality or confidence. You may be using dentures right now, or struggling to find replacement options. This can lower your quality of life and confidence in your smile.
We offer solutions to patients who have lost full sections or arches of teeth. No longer will you have to deal with the discomfort of removable dentures or a severely damaged smile. Derby City Dental Specialists are here to give you your smile back with permanent arch replacement. Our arch replacements can replace one or both arches of teeth using permanent implant-supported dentures.
See yourself with a new smile today by filling out our new patient form to get started.
Permanently replaces an entire arch of missing or failing teeth in one or both jaws
Restores full chewing power, protects facial structure, and eliminates slipping traditional dentures
Most patients return to light routines within three to five days after the surgical procedure
The underlying dental implants provide a strong foundation designed to last for decades with proper care
Implant-supported dentures are a custom arch of teeth that are secured using several dental implants.
The restorations are fixed. They will not fall out or cause jaw pain like removable dentures might. These custom teeth are anchored to implants placed into the jawbone. The process for placing these implants is precise and will help your new smile fit comfortably on your gum line. Our office is here to offer a permanent smile that rejuvenates your smile and your face.
Many people who have had severe tooth loss use removable dentures. We do not believe those are a permanent and sustainable solution for our patients. We are here to give you something better.
Implant-Supported Dentures | Traditional Dentures |
|---|---|
| Allow eating of most foods, avoiding only sticky or very hard items. | May require removal or restrictions for certain foods. |
| Restore normal speech patterns. | Can cause speech issues, such as a lisp. |
| Support facial structure, preventing sagging and a shrunken jawline. | Do not support facial structure, potentially leading to fit changes over time. |
| Promote jawbone growth and stability. | Sit over the gums without promoting bone health. |
The process for getting your full arch restoration is simple—similar to receiving just one implant. Throughout this process, we take your comfort seriously, offering local and general anesthesia where necessary.
The whole process takes anywhere from a couple of weeks to a couple of months. It is dependent on the preparation needed and healing time.
Here is what you can expect for a full arch restoration:
Each patient is different, and the length of the healing process depends on many factors. The healing process can be what lengthens each step. You are more likely to have a faster healing time if you carefully follow the aftercare advice from Dr. Clagett and our team.
When you choose Dr. Clagett as your periodontal specialist, you know you will have a clear vision and plan every step of the way. Our periodontal team is dedicated to giving clear instructions and is here for your follow-up questions over the phone or during a visit.
You can rest assured that when you leave your new patient consultation with Dr. Clagett, you will understand the process of getting a permanent arch restoration. We want you to have confidence every step of the way.
Education starts with our initial consultation. Schedule one today using our online form.
Derby City Dental Specialists work with our patients to educate them on proper oral care and prevention. Not only will you better understand the process of getting your new smile, but you will be educated on further care of your restorations. Caring for your restorations properly after placement will help them last a lifetime.
The full-arch restoration procedure directly addresses the physical and emotional challenges brought on by extensive tooth loss or completely failing teeth. For individuals dealing with advanced periodontal disease or severe decay, this treatment replaces worn-out, painful teeth with a strong foundation that looks completely natural. It also addresses the structural bone loss that occurs when teeth are missing for years, actively preserving the health of your jawbone. Additionally, it resolves the chronic gum sores, bad breath, and speech changes caused by ill-fitting traditional dentures that slide across the soft tissue.
Permanent dentures are highly beneficial to your health. Having implants placed will help your jawbone remain strong, prevent gum infections, and reduce gum sensitivity and recession. Derby City Dental Specialists offer expert care and years of experience in giving you a new arch of teeth. There are many options for replacing missing teeth, but permanent dentures are among the best.
Our implant-supported dentures offer:
Decide how you want your new smile to look with our smile design software before you commit to your new arch of teeth.
Your smile will stay in place using secure implants placed inside the jawbone. No longer will you have to worry about your smile staying in place. Patients can speak with confidence and enjoy their favorite foods without dietary restrictions.
Your permanent dentures do not require removal or a demanding care routine. You can treat them like natural teeth. Custom prosthetic teeth eliminate the need for adhesives and prevent the slipping and clicking associated with traditional dentures.
If left without implants or teeth, your jawbone may lose density, causing jaw pain and facial sagging. Implant-supported prostheses prevent jawbone loss after tooth extraction. Implants will keep your jawbone strong and healthy.
Permanent implants can lift sagging cheeks and remove wrinkles around the mouth, refreshing your entire face, not just your smile.
Removable dentures are not always comfortable and can threaten to fall out. You will not have to worry about removing your dentures for cleaning or sleeping with our implant-supported dentures.
Our office offers state-of-the-art technology; our team is able to use this technology to give you better results and an elevated standard of care, both in periodontal surgery and with diagnoses. Our technology allows us to be comprehensive in our care, starting from where your oral health is now, to where you want it to be.
CT Scans and Surgical Guides assist Dr. Clagett in planning and placing all implants with high precision. These tools provide detailed 3D images of your mouth, allowing for accurate assessment and meticulous planning. By leveraging mathematical approaches and precise measurements, we ensure that each implant is placed securely and comfortably, offering a stable and natural fit. Our use of surgical guides during placement further enhances the accuracy and success of the procedure, ensuring a smooth and confident experience.
Smile Design Software will let you see your new smile before it is finished. We can make adjustments based on your aesthetic goals and preferences. Your new smile will be a piece of art we work on together. Our technology allows us to plan out not just placement, but results.
Every treatment we do has a specific result as the goal. We will work with your dental team and you to determine what those goals are—both for aesthetics and oral health. For state-of-the-art technology and surgery, get in touch with us through our new patient form.
Most adults who are currently wearing dentures or facing the loss of their remaining teeth due to severe decay are excellent candidates for full-arch dental implants. Dr. Clagett will perform an evaluation of your medical history and bone density to ensure this surgical procedure is a safe and effective option for you. While conditions like uncontrolled diabetes or certain bleeding issues might require you to pause treatment, major bone loss is rarely a barrier because the posts can be angled to maximize support. Dr. Clagett will design a custom treatment plan that treats any underlying gum conditions first to pave the way for long-term clinical outcomes.
Implants and implant-supported dentures are not a good fit for those who cannot receive surgery at this time. If you are worried about receiving surgery or going under anesthesia, talk to Dr. Clagett and our team so we can find a solution that fits your needs.
Our team will provide clear post-operative instructions to ensure your comfort when you return home. Sucking on ice packs and resting with your head elevated will help control any minor swelling or bruising around the gums during the first few days. You will need to stick to a nutritional soft-food diet during the initial healing phase so the implants can rest without extra pressure. During routine follow-up appointments, Dr. Clagett will use an intraoral scanner to monitor your gums' healing, ensuring a smooth transition toward your final prosthesis.
Implant-support dentures offer a life-changing solution to tooth loss. With permanent arch restoration, you can:
Implants no longer need to be an uncomfortable experience for our patients. With permanent and custom permanent dentures, you can return to eating and speaking normally. You will also see a restoration in your smile and facial structure. Our comprehensive approach gives you sustainable results, lasting a lifetime, not just five years. Gain confidence in looking in the mirror once more.
There are many benefits to getting implants with Derby City Dental Specialists. You can trust our team to be experts in their field with high amounts of training and qualifications to treat you. Our team values consistently furthering our education, offering you cutting-edge solutions to full arch loss.
Our results show for themselves just how much thought and precision we put into each smile at Derby City Dental Specialists.
Experts in Our Field
Derby City Dental Specialists hosts an expert team and doctor, Dr. Ryan Clagett, to give you the expert care you need. Dr. Clagett is a respected leader in the fields of restorative dentistry and minimally invasive periodontal surgery. Doctors and dentists from around the area recommend us because of our results-based treatment and the continued training we participate in. Our approaches are modern and elevated.
Our dentistry focuses on results, which is why every piece of your restoration is custom to your case.
Partnering With Your Team
We will work with your dentists and general health practitioners to treat oral or gum disease before placing implants, giving your new implants a better success rate. Part of our new-patient consultation is creating a custom treatment plan for our patients.
We partner with like-minded dental professionals to give people in the Louisville area life-changing care. If you are a doctor interested in recommending a patient to our office, please fill out the doctor referral form to get help for your patient.
If you are struggling with tooth loss, it is essential that your dentists and our specialist work to treat the underlying cause before placing implants. Doing so will give you long-term comfort and results. We will collaborate with your entire medical team to give you a perfect smile, one step at a time.
Visit Us for Your Restorations
We offer a better, more permanent solution for tooth replacement, which is why doctors around Louisville, Kentucky, partner with us and recommend patients to our office. We are here to work with you and your providers on sustainable solutions that leave you with SATISFYING RESULTS. By choosing Derby City Dental Specialists, you are choosing a smile that meets your smile goals.
To have all of your questions answered, visit us today for a consultation. Learn more about your options and your specific path to getting a new and functional smile.
At Derby City Dental Specialists, we prioritize providing a precise, personalized, comfortable treatment experience for every patient. Here's what you can expect:
Each smile will be custom-designed to fit comfortably. If you have specific smile goals or desires, we will include them in the creation of your new permanent dentures. With brand new customized teeth, you can have a whole new look.
Your general dentist or health practitioner often makes a recommendation to visit a specialist. We recommend visiting a general dentist to assess your dental health needs before meeting with a specialist.
The cost of implant-supported dentures most often covers the cost of the implants, the implant surgery, and your permanent dentures. Costs may increase with additional procedures like bone grafting. Because it covers so many different aspects, the cost is best determined when you come in for a consultation. Visit us today to learn more.
We do not currently partner with health insurance, as insurance coverage for full-arch restoration varies significantly, and insurance often focuses on solutions that are not permanent or cut corners for cost. Instead, we strive to give you high-quality dentistry that meets ALL of your needs. Flexible financing options can help manage treatment costs.
You will never have to worry about leaving our practice with an empty smile. On the exact day of your implant surgery, Dr. Clagett can typically secure a provisional prosthesis or temporary set of teeth directly to the posts. This allows you to eat soft foods and smile comfortably while your jaw completes its deeper healing phase underneath.
Caring for your new smile is incredibly simple and fits right into your normal daily morning routine. You do not remove the prosthesis at night, meaning you can simply brush it with a soft-bristled brush just like natural teeth. Using a water flosser once a day is also highly recommended to keep the surrounding soft tissues and gums completely clear of daily debris. Patients should attend all scheduled follow-up appointments for monitoring. Regular professional maintenance visits are recommended every six months.
A systematic review of modern implant dentistry shows that fixed implant-supported restorations carry an exceptional long-term success rate of over ninety-five percent. This high predictability relies heavily on the surgical skill of the dental implant specialists and your commitment to routine cleanings. Attending your standard follow-up appointments ensures your foundation stays completely healthy for decades.
Smoking can negatively impact how your jawbone heals around the new implant posts, slightly increasing the risk of early implant failure. Nicotine slows down the vital blood flow within your delicate gum tissue, which can delay proper recovery. We strongly encourage patients to pause all tobacco use for several weeks before and after surgery to secure the most predictable outcome.
Our team goes above and beyond to make sure your treatment day is entirely relaxing and free of discomfort. We utilize targeted local anesthesia paired with modern IV sedation or nitrous oxide so you can rest quietly while Dr. Clagett works. Most patients are pleasantly surprised by how comfortable they feel and manage any quiet post-operative ache with basic over-the-counter relievers.
Dr. Ryan Clagett is an expert in his field who is ready to give you a brand new smile, bringing back both functionality and confidence. If you are interested in receiving a full arch restoration with implant-supported dentures from Derby City Dental Specialists, fill out the new patient form.
