Implant-Retained Partial Dentures

Implant-Retained Partial Dentures

If you wear a traditional partial denture, you might be familiar with the little daily annoyances. The worry that a metal clasp might show when you smile. The slight wiggle when you chew certain foods. The feeling that it’s just not quite as secure as you’d like. 

 An implant-retained partial denture offers the gap-filling convenience of a partial denture combined with the rock-solid stability of dental implants.

What Is an Implant-Retained Partial Denture?

An implant-retained partial denture is a removable appliance that replaces one or more missing teeth. Small titanium posts that act as artificial tooth roots are placed in your jawbone. After that, your partial denture is custom-designed with special attachments that connect directly to these implants. This creates a firm, stable base that secures your partial in place.

The Clear Advantages of an Implant-Supported Smile

By adding implants to support your partial denture, you gain a host of benefits that can dramatically improve your comfort and confidence every single day.

  • Superior Stability: When you eat or speak, the connection to the implants prevents your partial from shifting or moving.
  • A More Natural Look: Less or no visible metal clasps are needed for implant-retained partials. This results in a smoother, more natural-looking smile.
  • Enhanced Comfort: Because the implants take on much of the chewing pressure, there is less force and friction on your gums and natural teeth. This means fewer sore spots and greater overall comfort.
  • Preservation of Natural Teeth: We reduce this strain by anchoring the partial to implants, which helps protect your healthy teeth long term.
  • Improved Jawbone Health: Dental implants help prevent bone loss by stimulating the jawbone in areas of missing teeth.

 

The Process: Your Path to a More Secure Smile

An implant-retained partial denture is a carefully planned process. You will be supported by our team, ensuring your comfort and clarity from start to finish.

  • Your Personalized Consultation: After discussing your goals, we will assess your oral health and jawbone structure with 3D imaging. This helps determine the ideal placement for one or more dental implants to support your partial.
  • Implant Placement: In a minor surgical procedure, the small titanium posts are gently inserted into your jawbone. 
  • Healing and Integration: Over the next few months, your jawbone will fuse to the implants, creating a strong, stable foundation.
  • Creating Your Custom Partial:  After the healing process is complete, we will take accurate impressions to design your new partial denture. 

 

Is an Implant-Retained Partial Denture Right for You?

This solution is an excellent option for people who:

  • Still have healthy, natural teeth.
  • Are Unhappy with the fit or feel of their traditional partial denture.
  • Want to improve their chewing ability 
  • Desire a more aesthetic solution without visible metal clasps.

Say Goodbye to Insecurity and Hello to Confidence

Your smile is something you should be proud of. An implant-retained partial denture offers a powerful, modern way to restore function, beauty, and peace of mind

Schedule an appointment with us today. Let’s explore how we can help you achieve the comfortable, confident smile you’ve been waiting for.