Implant dentures are dentures that clip or fasten onto dental implants in the jaw instead of resting on the gums alone, so they are held more firmly when you eat and speak. Midtown Dental Centre, 4411 Tecumseh Rd E in Windsor, offers both snap-in and fixed designs and is accepting new patients. Call (519) 944-2401.
What implant dentures are
An implant denture is a set of replacement teeth for a whole arch, upper or lower, that is held in place by implants set into the jawbone. We offer two designs. A snap-in denture has small fittings underneath that click onto the implants, and you take it out to clean it. A fixed denture is fastened to the implants and only the dental team removes it. At your consultation, your dentist looks at your jawbone, your gums and your general health and talks through which design fits you.
Is an implant denture right for you?
People often ask about implant dentures when a lower denture lifts or rocks while chewing, when they are tired of using adhesive, or when most of the teeth in one arch are gone or failing. They are not the answer for everyone. Your dentist looks at how much bone you have, how healthy your gums are, your medical history and the medicines you take. Some people need other treatment first, such as gum care or bone grafting, and a regular denture remains a good choice for many patients.
Implant dentures compared with regular dentures
A regular denture sits on the gums and stays in place through a close fit and sometimes adhesive. An implant denture is anchored to implants, so it has something solid to hold onto. Both need daily cleaning. The implant option adds a surgical step, a healing period and more appointments, and it usually costs more, so it is worth talking through the trade-offs with your dentist before deciding.
What treatment involves
Every plan starts with an exam at our Windsor office. We take a 3D scan here so your dentist can see the shape and depth of the bone and plan where each implant should sit. If an area needs more bone, grafting is also done in our office. Your dentist then explains which design suits you and how many visits to expect. The implants are placed here at Midtown in a surgical appointment, and we provide a temporary denture for you to wear while they heal. Once the implants have bonded with the bone, the fittings are connected and your new denture is fitted and adjusted until your bite feels right.
Living with implant dentures
Clean the denture, the fittings and the gum around each implant every day, using the brushes or aids your dental team recommends. On a snap-in denture, the small parts that grip the implants wear with use and are replaced from time to time; that is routine upkeep. Keep your regular check-ups so the implants, gums and bite can be looked at.
Cost, insurance and payment
The fee depends on how many implants you need, whether grafting or other treatment is required first and which design you choose. You will get an estimate after your exam, not before. We bill insurance directly and accept the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP). What any plan pays for implant dentures varies, so share your estimate with your insurer to find out. If you would like to spread the cost, ask our front desk about financing and payment plans.
Visiting Midtown Dental Centre on Tecumseh Rd E
Our office is at 4411 Tecumseh Rd E, Windsor, ON N8W 1K6. Parking on site is free, and the office is wheelchair accessible. We are accepting new patients. Implants and implant dentures are placed here at our office, and we have our own denture clinic, so your denture is fitted and adjusted under the same roof where your implants were placed. Visit our home page for office hours and directions.
Related treatment
If you are missing one or a few teeth rather than a whole arch, read about dental implants in Windsor. If many teeth need repair or replacement across both jaws, read how a larger treatment plan comes together. For everyday care, see our family dental practice in Windsor.
Are implant dentures removable?
That depends on the design you choose, and we offer both. A snap-in implant denture comes out for cleaning and clicks back in, while a fixed one stays in and only the dental team takes it off. Your dentist will help you decide which one fits you at your consultation.
How many implants will I need?
It varies from person to person and between the upper and lower jaw. Your dentist decides after reviewing your 3D scan and talking with you about your goals.
Are snap-in dentures worth it compared with regular dentures?
For some people a denture that no longer shifts makes eating and talking easier; others are happy with a well-fitted regular denture. Your dentist can explain the benefits, the extra steps and the costs for your situation.
Do I need implants in both the top and bottom jaw?
Not always. Some patients have implants in one arch only and keep a regular denture in the other. Your dentist will talk through what makes sense for you.
How long does treatment take?
It varies. The implants need time to heal and bond with the bone before the final denture is attached, and some people need grafting or other treatment first. We provide a temporary denture to wear while you heal, and you will get a timeline after your exam.
How do I look after implant dentures?
Clean the denture and the area around each implant every day and keep your check-ups. With a snap-in denture, expect the small gripping parts to be replaced now and then.
Will my insurance cover implant dentures?
Coverage depends on your plan. We bill insurance directly and accept the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), and financing and payment plans are available. After your exam, take your estimate to your insurer to find out what they will pay.
Book an implant denture consultation
Call (519) 944-2401 to book a consultation at Midtown Dental Centre on Tecumseh Rd E, Windsor.