No more denture glue
With an implant overdenture, the patient does not have to use any denture glue.
More confidence
It significantly improves their confidence because they are not worried about the denture moving or coming out when they are talking.
Eating and chewing
Eating and chewing significantly improve as well, because of the added stability.
How many implants it takes
The conventional way is two implants, but it can vary patient by patient. Every candidate is different, so a consultation is a must. We have an in-house CBCT so that we are able to assess the bone volume and give you a confident response about whether this is going to be a predictable solution for you. Each individual is unique, and we would rather do a consultation before saying if somebody is a good or a poor fit.
What it costs
Overdenture costs vary based on patients and their needs. It can vary because of the foundational bone that is present and whether additional procedures are required to execute it. Some patients require an additional bone graft to increase the volume of bone to have a predictable implant. It can also vary by the number of implants necessary to complete a case. Every patient is different, so we recommend a consultation. Prime Time Smiles offers a free consultation to patients who are looking for similar solutions for a lower overdenture.
Day-to-day care
For day-to-day maintenance, you have to remove it every night and clean it as a traditional denture. Regular visits with the dentist, at least yearly, are important to make sure that any maintenance steps are completed if necessary.
A great solution for denture wearers
It is definitely a great tool to aid in the patients who wear dentures as a great solution.