Implant Retained Dentures

Why choose implant retained dentures?

Traditional dentures can provide a cost-efficient solution to tooth loss but they can also become a nuisance for many wearers. It’s not uncommon for dentures to become loose, which can cause frustration and unwanted embarrassment in social situations. Denture wearers also often report they have had to remove favourite foods from their regular diet because the denture is not secure enough to cope with heavy chewing.

Dental implants are an excellent way to secure dentures in place. They also remove the necessity for the denture to cover the palate, restoring speech and taste, two common challenges associated with dentures.

Dental implants can dramatically improve denture stability and implant supported dentures have special attachments that fasten onto the implants for a snug and secure fit.

Benefits of implants to secure dentures

• Regain confidence in social situations
• Improved comfort, appearance and function compared to traditional dentures
• Cheaper and simpler than other dental implant solutions
• Restored strength to bite and ability to chew all foods
• Discreet and aesthetically pleasing option for patients with naturally high smile lines

Simple, reliable procedure

The procedure is simple, with minimal downtime in most cases, and the effects are considerable with patients finding they can laugh, smile and eat whatever they want again without worry. It is evenpossible to adapt existing dentures to fit newly placed dental implants. Even partial dentures can benefit from strategically placed dental implants to improve their stability – Dr Holmes has a wealth of experience in using dental implants creatively to optimise your outcome.

Our experienced implant dentist, Dr Barry Holmes often recommends implant retained dentures if there is insufficient bone available to place multiple implants, the scope of bone augmentation required is beyond what the patient feels comfortable with or if the patient prefers removable teeth.

Clinical expertise in advanced dental implant techniques

Holmes Dental Care has an enviable reputation for implant dentistry across Cardiff, South Wales and beyond. Our principal dentist Dr Barry Holmes has been placing implants successfully for over 10 years with success rates of over 99% and is experienced in advanced reconstructive techniques that often accompany dental implant procedures. He was one of the first dentists in South Wales to attain a Masters Degree specifically in implant dentistry (for which he achieved distinction from the University of Bristol) and is well regarded as the study club director for ITI South Wales and registered mentor for the Straumann Dental Implant System (the Swiss company that is the global leader in dental implant technology) as well as full member of the Faculty of General Dental Practitioners and Royal College of Surgeons, ITI (International Team for Implantology) and ADI (Association of Dental Implantology).

How does denture stabilisation work?

With the placement of dental implants, dentures can then be clipped or fastened on to the implants which then hold them firmly in place. For many patients who are already denture wearers, just the ability to stabilise the denture is a real bonus as it allows them to eat and speak normally without worrying about the denture moving or dropping out.

In the lower jaw, as few as two dental implants can be used to make a denture almost immobile and with four, either a lower or upper denture can be made to feel very secure.

Once the implants have healed and fused with the bone we can connect to the denture in a number of ways including the use of a titanium bar which the denture clips onto or ‘press-stud’ style connections which can be the simplest and most cost-effective method – these are called locators. Our implant dentist, Dr Barry Holmes will discuss all the options during a comprehensive implant consultation and help determine which solution is best.

At Holmes Dental Care in Whitchurch, Cardiff we use Implants to secure dentures to help patients of all ages, and have adopted the latest techniques and technology including advanced platelet rich fibrin (for enhanced healing), sedation and laser dentistry.

Payment options to suit every pocket

Finance options (including 0% interest free over 6 to 12 months and low cost finance over longer terms) are available for all dental implant treatments. To find out more about dental implants book an appointment or free virtual consultation.

Would you like to know more about Implant treatment?

If you are missing all your teeth, an implant supported denture can be a really effective, long-lasting way to replace them. We offer a variety of denture and implant combinations which can help to replace missing teeth. A consultation is the best way to explore all the available options, book an appointment or free virtual consultation with us to find out more.

Nervous about visiting the dentist?

At Holmes Dental Care we offer Dental Sedation as a solution for dental phobia so that our patients can receive anxiety free dental treatment. Dental sedation helps patients to feel comfortable and relaxed and helps lengthy procedures pass quickly.