For patients who are sick and tired of a traditional denture sliding around and making it difficult to talk and eat, dental implants present a wonderful alternative. Because they’re firmly embedded in your jawbone, you won’t have to worry about them slipping out of place and creating awkward moments. The only question is, how many dental implants will you need to support a denture? The amount can vary from two to eight implants per jaw. To find out how many you’ll need, you’ll have to answer the following four questions.
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