Will I still remove it?

Yes, for daily cleaning and as your clinician advises.

Can my current denture work?

Its fit, strength, and available space need checking first.

Do attachments need replacing?

Retentive parts can wear and require maintenance.

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Implant-Retained Dentures

Planned opening 2027. We are not yet treating patients. These guides are educational; availability and treatment details require confirmation.

Add implant retention to a removable denture, helping it stay seated while preserving access for daily removal and cleaning.

At Whole Tooth Dental, you can discuss implant retention if movement makes your denture difficult to use.

Illustrative image: A denture base with small metal connectors resting on folded linen — Illustrative imagery — generated to suggest the subject, not a photograph of Whole Tooth Dental or of any patient.

What it is, and why you might discuss it

Two or more implants anchor attachments that a denture snaps onto.
An existing denture can often be adapted if its condition and fit allow.

How we assess whether it suits you

Assess bone, gums, and medical factors affecting surgery.
Review denture fit, tooth position, and bite.
Check space for attachments and your ability to clean them.

What the process involves

01Plan implant positions alongside the denture design.
02Place implants and monitor healing.
03Adapt or make the denture and connect its attachments.
04Teach removal, cleaning, and attachment care.

Alternatives worth asking about

Full-arch implant therapy
A fixed option requiring different support and cleaning arrangements.
Conventional denture
Avoids implant surgery but may offer less retention.

Benefits

Helps reduce denture movement.
Allows removal for direct cleaning access.
May retain a suitable existing denture.

Risks

Implant surgery carries infection and healing risks.
Attachment inserts wear and dentures can fracture.

Limitations

Daily removal and cleaning remain essential.
Some designs still rest partly on the gums.

Timing

Implant healing and denture adaptation shape the schedule. Your dentist explains when attachment loading is appropriate.

Recovery

Surgical tenderness may affect denture use. Follow guidance about wearing the denture during healing.

What affects the cost

These factors explain the scope of care, not a Whole Tooth price quote. Assessment fees are separate from later treatment estimates. Whole Tooth’s fees and disclosure policy require confirmation; ask about applicable assessment charges before arranging a visit.

Implant number and preparation.
New denture versus adaptation.
Attachment selection and maintenance.