- 223 Waterloo Road, London, SE1 8XH
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- 223 Waterloo Road, London, SE1 8XH
Dental implants · Waterloo, SE1
If your dentures move, rub or stop you eating what you like, a few dental implants can hold them firmly in place. Clip-on overdentures or a fixed full arch, planned with a 3D CBCT scan in our own practice at 223 Waterloo Road.
An implant-retained denture (also called an overdenture or snap-on denture) is a full denture that clips onto dental implants placed in your jaw. The implants act like anchors, so the denture stays put when you eat, talk and laugh, but you can still unclip it at night to clean it. For many people it is the most affordable way to stop a loose lower denture from moving.
Lower dentures often float because there is little to hold them. Two or more implants can make a dramatic difference to how secure they feel.
If you rely on fixative or get sore patches, clipping onto implants reduces movement and rubbing.
A secure denture lets many people enjoy a wider range of foods and speak without worrying about slipping.
Missing teeth can lead to bone shrinking over time. Implants place load back into the jaw. Your CBCT scan shows how much bone you have.
| Clip-on overdenture | Fixed arch (All-on-4) | |
|---|---|---|
| How it stays in | Clips onto 2–4 implants (often more for the upper) | Screwed to 4 implants – only your dentist removes it |
| Cleaning | Unclip and clean, like a denture | Brush in place, with regular hygiene visits |
| Palate | Lower: no plate. Upper: sometimes a smaller plate | No plate |
| Typical cost | Lower investment | From £6,495 per arch |
Your existing denture can sometimes be adapted to clip onto the implants. We will tell you at your consultation whether that is an option for you.
Learn more about our dental implants, All-on-4 and implant costs. Dentists can refer patients for implant treatment.
| Treatment | Price |
|---|---|
| Implant consultation (taken off your fee if you go ahead) | £75 |
| CBCT 3D scan | From £90 |
| Implant-retained denture | Written quote after your consultation and scan |
| All-on-4 fixed arch | From £6,495 per arch |
*0% finance through Tabeo is available on many treatments, subject to status. See all our fees or read how much dental implants cost.
For a lower denture, two implants can make a big difference, and four give extra stability. Upper dentures usually need four or more because the bone is softer. Your scan and examination decide what is right for you.
Sometimes. If your current denture fits well and is in good condition, it may be possible to add clips to it. Otherwise a new denture is made to fit the implants.
Implants are placed under local anaesthetic, so you should not feel pain during the procedure. Some tenderness and swelling afterwards is normal and is usually managed with everyday painkillers. We do not offer sedation.
From consultation to fitted denture usually takes a few months, mainly because the implants need time to bond with the bone. You normally wear a denture throughout.
Age on its own is rarely the issue. What matters is your general health, your bone and how well you can keep the area clean. We will talk this through with you at your consultation.
Unclip the denture to clean it daily, brush around the implant attachments and keep up regular check-ups and hygiene visits. The clips wear over time and are replaced as part of routine maintenance.
Related: Dental implants · All-on-4 · Single implants · Crowns, bridges and dentures · Referrals for dentists
Book an implant consultation (£75) with Dr Anti at 223 Waterloo Road, SE1 8XH, including a CBCT-planned discussion of your options and costs.