Implant Dentures in Bellingham, WA
A secure fit. No adhesives. Eat with confidence.
Implant dentures attach to dental implants placed in your jaw, giving you a level of stability that conventional dentures cannot match. Fairhaven Denture Care in Bellingham, WA designs and fits both snap-in (removable) and fixed implant dentures, and coordinates the implant placement with your dentist or oral surgeon.
If you are tired of adhesives, a loose lower denture or limits on what you can eat, James Anderson, Licensed Denturist, can explain whether implant dentures are right for you at a no-charge consultation. Many patients start with a conventional complete denture and add implants later.
Who are implant dentures for?
- Your current denture is loose, especially a lower denture
- You are tired of relying on adhesives
- You want to eat a wider range of foods with confidence
- You have enough healthy bone for implants, which your dentist or oral surgeon assesses
- You want a long-term, stable solution for missing teeth
Benefits of implant dentures may include:
- A denture that stays in place while you eat and talk
- Stronger chewing and clearer speech
- No need for denture adhesives
- Implants that help preserve the jaw bone over time
- A choice between snap-in (removable) and fixed options
How do implant dentures work at Fairhaven Denture Care?
At your no-charge consultation, James examines your mouth and any existing dentures and explains the two main options. A snap-in denture clips onto attachments on the implants and comes out for cleaning. A fixed denture is secured to the implants and is only removed by a professional.
The implants themselves are placed by a dentist or oral surgeon. James coordinates with them on the number and position of the implants so the denture is designed around them, and he makes the denture here using digital scanning and design for a precise fit over the implant attachments.
Once the implants have healed and integrated with the bone, the final denture is fitted and the attachments are adjusted for a secure, comfortable hold. Your no-charge annual exam checks the fit and the attachments, which have small wear parts that are replaced periodically.
Implant Denture Questions
A snap-in denture is removable: it clips onto attachments on the implants and you take it out to clean it and to sleep. A fixed denture is secured to the implants and stays in place full time, and it is only removed by a professional. Fairhaven Denture Care offers both, and James will explain which suits your mouth, lifestyle and budget.
Yes. The implants are placed by a dentist or oral surgeon, and James coordinates with them on the plan. Fairhaven Denture Care then designs and makes the denture that attaches to the implants. If you do not already have a surgeon, ask us at your consultation.
Candidacy depends on the amount of healthy bone in your jaw and on your general health. James can tell you at a no-charge consultation whether implant dentures are worth exploring, and your dentist or oral surgeon confirms whether implants can be placed.
It depends on the arch and on whether the denture is snap-in or fixed. A snap-in lower denture commonly uses two to four implants, while a fixed denture usually needs more. Your surgeon and James plan the number and position together.
Sometimes. If your current denture fits well and is in good condition, attachments can often be added to it. If it is worn or no longer fits, a new denture designed around the implants will give you a better result. James will tell you which makes sense after examining it.
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