overdenture options

With any elective procedure, you have options to consider with your doctor. Click on the options below to see which one may be best for you.

fixed dental implant-supported overdenture

	dental implant placement If all your upper or lower teeth are missing, a custom-made denture may be secured using dental implants. The number of implants will vary for each patient.
	make custom overdenture You will be fitted for a custom overdenture that attaches directly to the implants. The holes in the overdenture will be covered after attachment.
	overdenture attached Your new teeth are firmly supported by the implants to stimulate the jaw and maintain bone.* Your dentist can remove the denture when needed for maintenance and cleaning.
* Contemporary Implant Dentistry. Carl E. Misch 2008; 18-20.

removable dental implant-supported overdenture

dental implant placement If all your upper or lower teeth are missing, multiple dental implants may be used to support a denture that can be removed by the patient for cleaning.
custom overdenture created You will be fitted for a custom-made bar that attaches to the dental implants to support a new overdenture. Your existing denture may be modified to be worn during this period.
attach custom overdenture The new overdenture will have attachments which snap or clip it into place. Your new teeth are firmly supported by the implants to stimulate the jaw and maintain bone.* You will be able to remove the denture easily for cleaning.
* Contemporary Implant Dentistry. Carl E. Misch 2008; 18-20.

dental implant-stabilized overdenture

	dental implant placement If all your lower teeth are missing, another option may be to stabilize your removable denture using a small number of implants. This can sometimes be a cost-effective solution.
	overdenture fitting After healing, abutment posts are attached to the implants. Your current denture can sometimes be modified, or a new denture can be created.
	overdenture attached The modified denture is snapped into place, where it is retained by the dental implants and supported by the soft tissue. You simply snap the denture out each night for cleaning.