Why choose us
Benefits of Snap In Dentures
Secure, Stable Fit
Your denture snaps onto dental implants, so it stays put while you eat, talk, and laugh.
Easy to Remove
You can unsnap your denture at home for simple daily cleaning.
Planned Under One Roof
We place implants, provide bone grafting when needed, and design your denture right here in our office.
Care That Continues
Our team provides ongoing implant maintenance to help keep your new smile healthy.
Flexible Payment Options
We accept all major PPO insurance plans and welcome self-pay patients.
A denture that clicks onto dental implants behaves very differently from one that relies on suction and adhesive alone. Snap in dentures, also called implant-supported dentures, attach to small connectors on implants placed in the jawbone. They stay in place while you talk and eat, yet you can still remove them for cleaning. At Family Dental Care in West Palm Beach, we plan and provide this treatment for patients who want more stability than a conventional denture offers.
A snap in denture has two working parts. The first is a set of dental implants, which serve as anchors in the jaw. The second is a custom denture with attachments on its underside that fit onto those anchors with a firm, secure connection. When you press the denture into place, it seats onto the implants. When you want to clean it, you release it and lift it out.
This design helps a wide range of people. Some patients have worn a traditional full denture for years and are tired of it shifting at the dinner table. Others are facing the loss of their remaining teeth and want to start with a more secure option. Patients whose lower denture never felt steady often find this approach especially worth discussing, because a lower denture has less natural suction to hold it. Because we offer both conventional complete and partial dentures and implant-supported dentures, we can compare the options side by side with you.
Every plan starts with an exam and a frank conversation about your health, your current teeth or denture, and your goals. Implants need enough healthy bone to anchor securely. If bone has thinned after tooth loss, we may recommend bone grafting first to rebuild the area. If any remaining teeth need to come out, we provide both simple and surgical extractions, so that step can stay with our team.
Gum health matters too. If we find signs of gum disease, we can treat it with options such as scaling and root planing before moving forward. Patients who feel nervous about dental procedures can ask us about oral sedation. We'll explain what it involves and whether it fits your situation. If you already wear a denture, bring it to your visit. Seeing how it fits now helps us understand what you want to change.
How We Coordinate Your Care
Snap in dentures involve several stages: extractions, grafting, implant placement, and the final denture. We plan these steps together rather than treating them as separate projects. Our team handles complex treatment planning and works across disciplines, so your surgical, restorative, and prosthetic needs are mapped out from the start.
This coordination also helps patients whose needs go beyond a single arch. If your situation calls for a broader approach, such as All-on-X implants, a fixed implant-supported bridge, or full mouth rehabilitation, we can talk through how those compare with a removable snap in denture. Our goal is a plan you understand and feel comfortable with, not a one-size-fits-all answer.
Aftercare and Living With Your Denture
Daily care is hands-on but straightforward. Many patients find it helpful to think of it in three parts:
- Remove the denture each day and clean it as we direct, including the attachments.
- Gently clean the implant connectors and your gums so plaque does not build up around them.
- Keep regular checkups so we can check the implants, the attachments, and the fit.
Implants need ongoing attention, just like natural teeth, and we provide implant maintenance as part of that follow-up. The small attachments inside a snap in denture can wear with daily use. Checking them during routine visits lets us catch changes early. If your denture ever needs repair or replacement, that is a service we offer as well.
We can't promise specific results, because every mouth and every health history is different. What we can do is give you clear instructions, answer questions as they come up, and stay involved in your care well after your denture is placed.
Insurance and Payment
We accept all major PPO insurance plans, and our team can help you understand how your benefits may apply to the different stages of treatment. Because snap in dentures can involve several procedures, we'll review the plan with you before we begin so you know what to expect.
We also welcome self-pay patients. If you don't have dental insurance, please ask us about costs during your consultation. We'll walk through your treatment plan step by step so you can make an informed decision.
Schedule Your Consultation
If your current denture slips, or you're weighing your options after tooth loss, we'd be glad to meet with you. We see patients from West Palm Beach, Palm Beach, and Palm Beach Gardens. Contact Family Dental Care to schedule a consultation. Dr. Westcott, Dr. Trivedi, and our team will help you decide whether snap in dentures are the right fit for you.
The process
What to expect
- 1
Personal Consultation
We examine your mouth, talk through your goals, and map out a treatment plan that fits your needs.
- 2
Implants and Denture
We place your dental implants and then attach a custom denture that snaps securely into place.
- 3
Ongoing Aftercare
We check your fit and provide implant maintenance visits to help your denture keep working well.