If you’re weighing long-term tooth replacement options, this post will explain whether screw in false teeth are right for you. Read on if you’re comparing implants to removable dentures and want clear answers about how they work, what to expect, risks, and why an on-site lab can matter.
We’ll cover function, the treatment timeline, who makes a good candidate, maintenance, and when same-day provisional teeth are possible. By the end you’ll have practical next steps to discuss with your dentist.
What Are Screw In False Teeth?
Screw in false teeth are implant-retained restorations anchored to titanium posts placed in the jaw. The system includes the implant (the titanium post), an abutment that connects the implant to the prosthetic, and the visible prosthetic tooth or full-arch prosthesis. Unlike removable dentures that sit on the gums, screw-retained teeth are fixed to implants and can only be removed by a dentist.
These restorations differ from adhesive solutions (like denture adhesives) because they’re anchored to bone. The result is a more stable and predictable replacement for one tooth, several teeth, or a full arch.
Key Benefits Of Screw In False Teeth
Screw in false teeth offer far greater stability and chewing power than traditional dentures. They restore normal function so you can eat a wider range of foods and speak with more confidence.
- Better chewing and comfort compared with removable dentures
- Bone preservation by transferring chewing forces to the jaw
- Improved speech, fit, and facial support
- Durable when made from strong materials like zirconia and cared for properly
Who Is A Good Candidate For Screw In False Teeth?
Good candidates are adults in generally good health, with controlled chronic conditions (like diabetes) and no active gum disease. You need enough jawbone for implant support, or you may require grafting. Smokers face higher risks of healing problems and implant failure, so quitting improves outcomes.
A thorough dental exam and 3D imaging help confirm candidacy and show whether bone grafts, extractions, or staged treatment are needed. Realistic expectations about timelines and maintenance are essential.
Types Of Screw In False Teeth
Options include single-tooth implants, implant-supported bridges for several missing teeth, and full-arch solutions (often called All-on-X). Single implants replace one tooth; bridges use two or more implants to support several teeth; full-arch solutions secure a whole upper or lower set to multiple implants.
Prostheses can be temporary (acrylic provisionals) or final (durable zirconia or reinforced acrylic). Same-day provisionals are possible when digital planning and an on-site lab are available.
What To Expect During The Treatment Journey
Treatment begins with a consultation and digital planning, including 3D scans and a customized surgical plan. Surgery places the implants, and you may receive same-day provisional teeth if your team offers immediate temporaries. Typical healing takes several months for osseointegration before final restorations are placed.
Timeframes vary: simple single implants can finish faster, while full-arch cases with extractions or grafts may take longer. Regular follow-ups are scheduled to monitor healing and adjust provisional prosthetics as needed.
Costs, Maintenance, And Longevity
Costs depend on the number of implants, the need for bone grafting or extractions, and material choices (acrylic vs zirconia). Full-arch treatments and zirconia restorations cost more but often last longer.
Implant financing includes daily hygiene, professional cleanings, and periodic checks to tighten screws or replace worn components. With good care, implants and screw-retained prostheses can last many years — often decades — though individual results vary with oral hygiene, habits, and medical factors.
Risks, Complications, And Rescue Options
Common risks include infection, peri-implantitis (gum disease around an implant), implant failure, and prosthetic wear or screw loosening. Watch for early signs like pain, swelling, bleeding, mobility, or persistent bad taste or odor, and see your dentist promptly.
Minimally invasive treatments like LAPIP™ laser therapy can help rescue ailing implants by treating peri-implantitis and encouraging tissue healing. Early intervention improves the chances of saving an implant and its restoration.
Why An On‑Site Dental Lab Matters For Screw In False Teeth
An in-house lab with milling and 3D printing shortens turnaround times and improves quality control. Digital scans sent to an external lab can add delays and introduce remakes; chairside milling and printing let clinicians produce provisionals and final prosthetics faster and with tighter fit.
Benefits of an on-site lab include same-day provisionalization, fewer remakes, better communication between the dentist and technician, and quicker adjustments — all of which reduce appointments and the chance for errors from outside handoffs.
About Touchstone Dental Implant Centers And Dr. Justin F. Becerra
Touchstone Dental Implant Center is a dedicated implant practice led by Dr. Justin F. Becerra, DDS. The center uses comprehensive digital planning, CAD/CAM workflows, and an on-site dental lab that mills and 3D-prints prostheses so many implant cases receive same-day provisionalization.
Dr. Becerra has advanced surgical training and fellowship-track credentials, and the team offers LAPIP™ rescue, broad sedation options (including general anesthesia with a board-certified anesthesiologist), and a 10-year maintenance warranty. Touchstone manufactures prostheses in-house to ensure precise fit, faster delivery, and fewer remakes for patients across Lakewood, Englewood, Arvada, Littleton, Morrison, and Denver, CO.
If you’re considering screw in false teeth, schedule a consultation with Touchstone Dental Implant Center to review your scans and options and see whether implant-retained teeth are right for you.
