Tired of dentures that slip, click or rub? Snap-in dentures anchored to dental implants stay firmly in place, so you can eat, talk and laugh with confidence. Dr. Vishala Patel, an AAID Associate Fellow, plans and places your implants right here in our office.
An implant-supported denture, also called an overdenture, is a full denture that snaps onto a small number of dental implants placed in your jaw. The implants act like anchors, so your denture no longer depends on suction or adhesive to stay in place.
Because the implants stimulate the jawbone, they also help slow the bone loss that makes regular dentures loosen over time and can change the shape of your face.
Implant-supported dentures may be a good fit if you:
After your 3D scan, Dr. Patel will explain which approach fits your bone, your bite and your budget.
Your denture clicks onto implants for a firm hold, then unclips for easy cleaning at night.
In some cases, your current denture can be adapted to attach to new implants. Ask us if yours qualifies.
If bone has thinned, a bone graft can rebuild the area so implants have a strong base.
Bone grafts ↗Failing teeth can be removed here first, with your treatment planned in the right order.
Tooth extraction ↗Missing just one or a few teeth? See dental implants for single-tooth implants and implant bridges.
Implant success starts with planning. Dr. Patel maps the position of each implant on a 3D CBCT scan, so your denture fits well and your implants are placed precisely.
She has earned Associate Fellowship with the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and places implants herself in our office, so there is no referral to an outside surgeon. For longer appointments, she personally administers and monitors IV sedation, so you can relax through treatment.
Patients from Frisco, Prosper and Celina choose us for one experienced doctor who handles planning, placement and the final denture, all in one office.
Exam, CBCT scan and a review of your current denture and goals.
Your plan, timeline and exact cost, with insurance benefits checked.
We prepare your mouth so the implants have a solid foundation.
Dr. Patel places the implants, with sedation available. You wear a temporary denture while you heal.
Once the implants have fused with the bone, your denture is fitted to snap securely in place.
Both replace a full set of teeth. Here is how they differ day to day.
| Implant-supported denture | Regular denture | |
|---|---|---|
| Stability | Snaps onto implants, stays put | Relies on suction and adhesive |
| Eating | Chew most foods with confidence | Many foods are difficult |
| Comfort | Fewer sore spots, often less coverage of the palate | Can rub and cause sore spots |
| Jawbone | Implants help preserve bone | Bone continues to shrink |
| Cleaning | Unclips for easy cleaning | Removed for cleaning |
| Up-front cost | Higher | Lower |
Implant placement is done with the area fully numbed, and many patients say it was easier than they expected. Dr. Patel also offers IV sedation, which she administers and monitors herself, so you can stay relaxed throughout.
We explain every step before we begin and send you home with clear aftercare instructions and a direct line to our team.
Most lower snap-in dentures use two to four implants, and upper dentures often need a few more. Dr. Patel will recommend the right number based on your 3D scan and bone.
Sometimes. If your denture fits well and is in good condition, it may be possible to adapt it to attach to new implants. Dr. Patel will check during your consultation.
Most cases take about 3 to 6 months from implant placement to your final snap-in denture, because the implants need time to fuse with the bone. You will wear a temporary denture while you heal.
Yes. Snap-in dentures click firmly onto the implants during the day and unclip so you can clean them and your gums each night.
Cost depends on how many implants you need and whether you need extractions or bone grafting. You will receive a written plan with exact pricing before treatment, and financing is available through CareCredit and Cherry.
Yes. Our office at 1521 N. Custer Road sits where McKinney, Frisco and Prosper meet, just off US-380, about 10 minutes from most of Prosper and an easy drive from Celina.
Implant-supported dentures for patients in McKinney, Frisco, Prosper and Celina, TX.
Our McKinney dental office
1521 N. Custer Road
Suite 2900 · McKinney, TX 75071
(214) 945-1993| Monday – Tuesday | 11 AM – 7 PM |
| Wednesday | By appointment |
| Thursday | 11 AM – 7 PM |
| Friday – Saturday | 9 AM – 3 PM |
| Sunday | By appointment |
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