Implant-Supported Dentures in West Hills
If your lower denture slides when you talk, or you've started avoiding certain foods because your plate won't stay put, you're not alone. Many of the West Hills patients who come to see us are tired of adhesives and constant adjustments. Implant-supported dentures anchor a full set of replacement teeth to dental implants placed in the jaw, so the denture is held in place by the implants rather than by suction or paste. At 805 Dentistry, our Thousand Oaks office, we plan, place, and restore these dentures under one roof, with an on-site dental lab and specialists on our team.
An implant-supported denture combines two things: a small number of dental implants placed in the jawbone, and a custom denture that attaches to them. Some designs are snap-in dentures, which click onto the implants and can be removed at home for cleaning. Others are fixed full-arch options, such as All-on-4, All-on-6, or All-on-X, which are secured to the implants and stay in place day to day. The right choice depends on your bone, your bite, your budget, and how you want the teeth to feel.
We see a wide range of situations. Some patients already wear a complete denture and want it stabilized. Others still have failing teeth that need to be removed first, and some are missing teeth on only one arch. Because we offer simple and surgical extractions, complete and partial dentures, and full-arch implant treatment, we can discuss each path with you rather than steering you toward a single option.
Patients usually ask about this treatment because of everyday frustrations with traditional dentures. Since the denture connects to implants, it is designed to stay steadier while you eat and speak. Here is what many people from West Hills and nearby communities are hoping to gain:
- A denture that doesn't depend on adhesive to stay in place
- More confidence chewing a wider variety of foods
- Clearer speech without worrying about slipping
- Options ranging from removable snap-in dentures to fixed full-arch teeth
- Care planned, placed, and restored within one practice
Results vary from person to person, and we'll talk honestly with you about what is realistic for your mouth during your consultation. Our goal is to give you the information you need to decide, not to promise a particular outcome.
Am I a candidate for implant-supported dentures?
Many adults who are missing most or all of their teeth on an arch can be candidates, but the deciding factors are your bone, your gum health, and your overall dental condition. We start with an exam and CBCT imaging, which provides a 3D view of your jaw. Our board-certified oral and maxillofacial radiologist can help interpret those scans, so we have a clear picture of the bone available for implants.
If bone is limited, that doesn't automatically rule you out. We offer bone grafting and sinus lift surgery to help build support where it's needed. If gum disease is present, our board-certified periodontist can treat it before implant work begins, because healthy gums matter for long-term stability.
What does the treatment process involve?
The process moves in stages, and we explain each one before it begins. After imaging and planning, any remaining teeth that can't be kept are removed, and grafting is done if needed. Our board-certified periodontist then places the implants. Depending on your plan, you may wear a temporary denture while the implants heal and integrate with the bone.
Once healing allows, we take records and fabricate your final denture. Having an on-site dental lab means our team can coordinate details like fit, shade, and adjustments closely. If you feel anxious about surgery, we offer nitrous oxide, oral sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia, and we have a board-certified dental anesthesiologist on staff.
How do I care for implant-supported dentures?
You care for them with daily cleaning plus regular professional visits. Snap-in dentures come out for brushing, and the implant attachments in your mouth need gentle, thorough cleaning too. Fixed full-arch teeth stay in, so we'll show you how to clean around and under them at home.
We also provide implant maintenance and periodontal maintenance, where we check the gums around your implants, monitor the attachments, and clean areas that are hard to reach at home. Removable attachments can wear over time, and we can evaluate and address that during your checkups.
How can I pay for implant-supported dentures?
We accept all major PPO insurance plans, welcome self-pay patients, and offer financing. Because every plan is built around your specific needs, we review the costs with you after your consultation so you know what to expect before treatment begins.
Our team can help you understand how your PPO benefits may apply and walk you through financing options if you'd like to spread out payments. For West Hills patients considering implant-supported dentures, our Thousand Oaks office led by Dr. Dar Radfar is ready to answer your questions and help you take the next step.