Tooth Replacement · Pikesville, MD
A denture that stays put
An implant-supported denture snaps onto a small number of dental implants, giving you the stability of implants with the coverage of a full denture, so it does not slip, click, or rely on adhesives.
Implant-Supported Dentures in Pikesville, MD
For patients who wear or need a full denture, attaching that denture to dental implants can dramatically improve its stability. Instead of resting on the gums alone, an implant-supported denture connects to a small number of titanium implants placed in the jawbone, so the appliance is held firmly in place.
The result combines the best of both approaches: the secure anchoring of implants with the full-arch coverage of a denture. Many patients find they can eat and speak far more comfortably than with a conventional denture, and without the need for messy adhesives.
This is a popular solution for our Pikesville patients who are tired of a lower denture that slips. Because we plan and place both the implants and the denture in house, the whole restoration is coordinated by one team from start to finish.
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See implant-supported dentures explained
Why patients choose them
The benefits of implant-supported dentures
A secure, stable fit
The denture attaches to implants so it does not slip or click while you eat, speak, or laugh.
No more adhesives
Because the implants hold the denture in place, there is no need for the messy adhesives a conventional denture may require.
Preserves the jawbone
The supporting implants stimulate the jawbone, helping slow the bone loss that follows tooth loss.
Eat with confidence
A firmly anchored denture restores much more of your natural chewing ability than a denture resting on the gums alone.
What to expect
The implant-supported dentures process
- 01
Evaluation and planning
We examine your jaw with x-rays and a health history to plan how many implants are needed to support your denture.
- 02
Implant placement
A small number of titanium implants are surgically placed into the jawbone and left to bond over several months.
- 03
Attachments
Once the implants have bonded, connecting attachments are fitted so the denture can snap securely into place.
- 04
Final denture
Your custom denture is fabricated and connected to the implants, and we adjust it for a comfortable, stable bite.
Common Questions
Implant-Supported Dentures questions
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Interested in implant-supported dentures?
Our doctors will tell you honestly whether implant-supported dentures are the right choice for your smile. Call our Pikesville office to schedule a consultation.