Implant-Supported Dentures
No slipping, no adhesive, more confidence.
Implant-supported dentures attach to a few implants, so they stay secure when you eat, talk and laugh.
What is implant-supported denture?
An implant-supported denture is a full arch of teeth that attaches to two or more dental implants. It can be removable (snap-on) or fixed. Implants also help preserve jawbone. Its main limitation: it requires surgery and enough bone, or bone grafting.
Who is a candidate?
Often a good fit
- Loose lower dentures
- Missing all teeth in an arch
- Healthy adults wanting stability
Needs extra care or planning
- Smoking
- Uncontrolled diabetes
- Low bone volume
- Bone medications
When an exam is needed: A 3D scan checks bone volume and implant positions.
Problems it can address
Limitations: Needs healing time and sometimes bone grafting.
Benefits and disadvantages
Benefits
- Secure fit
- Better chewing
- Preserves bone
- No adhesive
Disadvantages
- Surgery needed
- Higher cost than regular dentures
- Months of healing
The treatment process
- 1
Consult & 3D scan
Plan implant positions.
- 2
Implant placement
Implants are placed; specialist referral when appropriate.
- 3
Healing
Implants bond with bone.
- 4
Attachment
Connectors are added.
- 5
Final denture
Your denture is fitted and adjusted.
Timeline: Usually 3–6 months from start to finish.
Recovery and aftercare
What to expect
Discomfort: Moderate for a few days after surgery.
Downtime: 1–3 days.
Aftercare
- Soft diet initially
- Clean implants and denture daily
- Regular checkups
Call us right away if you notice
- Persistent bleeding
- Increasing pain or swelling
- Loose implant
Longevity and outcomes
Implants can last decades; attachments need periodic replacement.
What affects your result
- Hygiene
- Smoking
- Bone health
Possible complications
- Implant failure
- Peri-implantitis
Cost and payment options
Depends on number of implants and denture type. You'll get a written, itemized quote before treatment begins, and we'll check your insurance benefits for you.
What affects the price
- Number of implants
- Fixed vs removable
- Bone grafting
Insurance & financing
We accept most PPO plans and offer financing through CareCredit, Sunbit and others.
Comparison with alternatives
Traditional dentures
Less costly, less stable.
Implant bridge
Fixed, more implants.
Clinical case examples
Real, patient-authorized cases for this treatment are being added soon, with diagnosis, reasoning and results.
View our Before & After Gallery →Why choose Neo Dental?
Patient reviews
Read what our patients say, in their own words, on independent review sites.
Frequently asked questions
How many implants are needed?+
Often 2–4 per arch.
Can I remove it?+
Snap-on versions are removable; fixed versions aren't.
Can my current denture be used?+
Sometimes it can be adapted.
Does it hurt?+
Discomfort is usually manageable for a few days.
How long do they last?+
Implants often last decades.
Am I too old?+
Health matters more than age.
Your care team & booking
Dr. Sol Shahri
General and cosmetic dentist leading every treatment plan at Neo Dental. This page was medically reviewed by Dr. Sol Shahri.
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