Tower Dental BlogAre Dentures Better
Are Dentures Better
Than Implants?
Neither is universally better β the right choice depends on your health, budget and priorities.
When Dentures Win
Dentures (from Β£714) are better if: budget is limited, you need to replace many teeth quickly, your jawbone cannot support implants without grafting, or your health prevents surgery.
When Implants Win
Implants (from Β£2,380) are better if: you want a permanent solution, you want to preserve jawbone, you want maximum comfort and function, or you find dentures uncomfortable.
The Middle Ground
Implant-retained dentures (from Β£4,200) combine the affordability of dentures with the stability of implants β 2-4 implants anchor your denture securely.
Clinical Evidence & References
- Feine JS et al. (2002). "Outcome of implant-supported overdentures." Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants, 17(1), 95-102.
- NHS UK β Dentures and dental implants comparison
- Cochrane Review β Implant overdentures vs conventional dentures (doi.org/10.1002/14651858)
- British Dental Association β Implant vs denture guidance
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Clinically Reviewed by Dr Sarah Metias
BDS Sheffield, MJDF RCS England, GDC 114267
Dr Metias is the Principal Dentist at Tower Dental Blackpool with 19 years of clinical experience. She holds the Membership of the Joint Dental Faculties from the Royal College of Surgeons β a postgraduate qualification held by fewer than 1% of UK dentists.
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