Complete Denture – Implant Supported – Locator Attachments

Complete dentures are the most common solution for people who are missing all of their teeth in one or both jaws (Figures 1-2). Complete dentures rest on the healed gum tissue, or ridge, which remains following tooth extraction. They are carefully constructed to fit as closely and as snug as possible. Although many patients will accommodate to wearing an upper denture, some will have difficulty eating with a lower denture, due to rocking of the denture. In these cases, tissue adhesive can be applied to the denture to help prevent rocking.

Complete Denture – Implant Supported – Locator Attachments

Several implant-supported replacement options are available to help improve the stability, support, and retention of removable dentures. Depending on the case, two, four or six implants may be installed, and then a denture can be made that snaps onto the implants (Figures 3-4). This option dramatically improves the stability of the denture. You will need to see your dentist for periodic visits to adjust and maintain the denture (Figures 5-6).

Dental implant treatment is a team effort. Dr. Valentin Dabuleanu will perform the initial tooth removal, implant surgery, and bone grafting if necessary (see Bone Grafting). Your dentist will install the temporary and final dentures.