★★★★★ 4.9 Rated (184 Google Reviews)  •  Main Line Dental Arts • Specialized Periodontics & Dental Implants  •  Dr. Milita Borguet, DMD • Dr. Margaret Hodgson, DMD • Dr. Peter Susanin, DMD  •  Call (610) 664-9510  •  110 N Essex Ave, Narberth, PA 19072
Dental Implant Services

Implant-Supported Dentures

Implant-Supported Dentures
Board-Certified Periodontal Care Narberth, PA

Snap-In & Fixed Implant-Supported Dentures in Narberth, PA

End the Frustration of Loose, Slipping Dentures with Secure Implant Retention

Duration 1–2 Hours Typical
Comfort Local & Sedation
Clinician Board-Certified
Partnership Dentist Coordinated

Traditional removable dentures rest on soft gum tissue and rely solely on suction or messy chemical adhesives. Over time, as underlying jawbone resorbs, traditional dentures become loose, causing painful mouth sores, clicking sounds during speech, and difficulty eating nutritious solid foods.

Implant-Supported Dentures (also known as overdentures) eliminate these problems by anchoring your denture securely to 2, 4, or more dental implants placed in the jawbone. The denture snaps firmly onto precision locator attachments, remaining rock-solid while eating, laughing, and speaking.

At Main Line Dental Arts, our periodontists work hand-in-hand with your restorative dentist to deliver a lifelike, stable, and comfortable prosthetic that revitalizes your everyday quality of life.

Who Is a Candidate?

You may benefit from this treatment if you experience any of the following:

Current denture wearers tired of denture slippage, clicking, and messy adhesives
Patients experiencing recurring mouth ulcers and sore spots from ill-fitting dentures
Individuals unable to chew meats, vegetables, or apples with existing prosthetics
Patients with substantial bone resorption looking for an affordable implant stabilization option

What to Expect: Step-by-Step

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1. 3D Digital Jawbone Assessment

We map bone density across your dental arch using 3D CBCT scans to establish ideal placement coordinates for 2 to 4 locator implants.

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2. Precision Implant Placement

Under gentle local anesthesia and optional sedation, implants are placed in the anterior jaw where bone is naturally densest.

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3. Healing & Osseointegration Period

Implants integrate firmly with bone over 2 to 4 months while you continue wearing your existing modified denture comfortably.

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4. Snap-In Locator Attachment & Delivery

Custom locator attachments are connected to the implants, and matching snap housings are fitted into your denture, delivering instant, locked-in security.

Key Clinical Advantages

Zero Slippage or Floating

Eat whatever you want without fear of your teeth popping loose or shifting.

No Adhesives or Pastes

Free yourself forever from gooey adhesives and messy cleaning pastes.

Stops Progressive Bone Loss

Implants stimulate the jaw, preserving your facial structure and lip fullness.

Affordable Alternative

Significantly more economical than individual single-tooth implant restorations.

Patient Preparation & Recovery Guide

Practical instructions to ensure an anxiety-free visit and smooth, rapid healing.

Pre-Procedure Preparation
  • Health & Medication Review: Continue taking prescribed routine medications unless specifically advised by our doctors.
  • Pre-Op Nutrition: Eat a light, nourishing meal prior to procedures performed under local anesthesia. (If conscious sedation is scheduled, follow fasting guidelines provided).
  • Comfort Attire: Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. Feel free to bring earbuds to listen to relaxing music during care.
  • Escort for Sedation: If receiving conscious oral sedation, arrange a trusted companion to drive you home and assist you afterward.
Post-Procedure Recovery Care
  • Rest & Cold Therapy: Rest quietly with your head slightly elevated. Apply an ice pack externally (20 minutes on, 20 off) to reduce swelling.
  • Gentle Soft Diet: Enjoy nutritious soft foods (protein shakes, Greek yogurt, broths, scrambled eggs). Never drink through a straw.
  • Gentle Oral Hygiene: Do not spit or rinse vigorously during the first 24 hours. After 24 hours, begin gentle warm salt-water rinses after meals.
  • Dedicated Follow-Up: Our clinical team phones you to check on your comfort, and we coordinate digital records directly with your general dentist.

Treatment Roadmap & Clinical Milestones

What to expect from your initial specialist consultation through complete recovery.

Phase 1
3D Planning & Imaging

High-resolution 3D CBCT scan to map bone density, nerve paths, and simulate virtual implant placement.

Phase 2
Guided Placement

Atraumatic surgical fixture placement with gentle local anesthesia and optional relaxation sedation.

Phase 3
Osseointegration

Biological fusion where bone cells integrate directly onto titanium surface over 8 to 12 weeks.

Phase 4
Final Restoration

Custom zirconia or porcelain crown/bridge delivery, co-managed with your restorative dentist.

The Specialist Advantage

Why Choose a Board-Certified Periodontist?

Periodontists undergo 3 additional years of accredited university surgical residency beyond dental school, focusing exclusively on jawbone biology, tissue regeneration, and micro-precision implant placement. We partner closely with your family dentist to deliver lasting clinical excellence.

Frequently Asked Questions

In many cases, if your current denture is in good structural condition and has proper bite alignment, our lab can retrofit locator housings directly into it.

In the lower jaw, as few as 2 implants provide dramatically improved retention, though 4 implants offer maximum stability. For the upper jaw, 4 or more implants are generally recommended.

Yes. Removable implant overdentures snap out easily before bed for thorough brushing of the gums and attachments, allowing gum tissues to rest overnight.

The nylon male retention caps inside the denture gently wear over 12 to 18 months and can be replaced in our office in just a few minutes during a routine cleaning.
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Our board-certified periodontists, Dr. Borguet, Dr. Hodgson, and Dr. Susanin, are here to help restore your oral health with compassionate, personalized care.