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I realize traditional dentures cannot stop bone loss in jaws but do implant-supported and implant-retained dentures prevent bone loss to jaw?

Q: i realize traditional dentures cannot stop bone loss in jaws but do implant-supported and implant-retained dentures prevent bone loss to jaw?

: The stability of implant supported dentures prevents further bone loss. One must still practice good oral hygiene.

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The stability of implant supported dentures prevents further bone loss. One must still practice good oral hygiene.

Answered 8/13/2023

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A member asked:

I realize traditional dentures cannot stop bone loss in jaws but do implant-supported and implant-retained dentures prevent bone loss to jaw?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Trager answered

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