This implant treatment involves placement of 3-4 implants and the attachment of a customized bar. This bar provides rigid support through a series of clips to the denture that fits over the top of the bar. The bar retained over-denture treatment can be used in both the upper and lower jaws. It still allows for the denture to be removed from the mouth for cleaning. Patients also have to brush the bar which remains attached to the implants in the mouth.
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In the upper arch the bar over-denture often allows for a horse-shoe design to be adopted, thereby eliminating the denture covering the roof of the mouth. It is very important to leave the roof of your mouth exposed so you can still enjoy eating your favorite foods and speaking normally.
Bar-Retained Dentures
Ball-Retained Dentures
Ball-retained denture implant treatment involves placing multiple implants at certain intervals. Your dentures will be secured with a ball and socket mechanism. These dentures attach to the dental implants. Implant supported dentures significantly reduce the risk of shifting and slipping. The ball-retained dentures can be done on the upper or lower jaw. Patients are able to remove their denture for cleaning. By being able to avoid covering the roof of your mouth, unlike traditional dentures, patients are able to eat and talk like normal with no discomfort or fear of their dentures slipping.
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