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That's an astute observation. In some cases, a titanium bar is used to connect (or splint) the implants together. This does spread the forces and creates a more rigid fit. In general, I find "bar overdentures" to be unnecessary in the lower jaw in most cases. In the upper jaw, the bone is different and splinting implants together will likely lead to a better result. That said, adding a titanium bar makes the treatment significantly more expensive. There is also the disadvantage of more difficult cleaning and if one or two implant fails, the bar might no longer be usable. Either way, it's definitely a discussion that should be had with the treating dentist.

@@davidscardella5091 Thankyou for your reply! I’m having the Bar myself. My dentist managed to place 6 implants in my upper mouth. But couldn’t place any where that last two teeth are on both sides because I had them out a few years ago and the bone was reabsorbed. The bar is able to go further back and give me a full set of teeth. Where as if I’d just had the implants, no bar, he might of had to leave the last two chewing teeth out. Can’t afford the Zirconia unfortunately so having the Acrylic Hybrids. I had the choice of Bar or no Bar and chose the bar for longer term chance of success. Costing me £18,000..!! 👍🏼

Yes, typically every year to 18 months the nylon inserts need to be replaced. They can be changed very easily and are relatively inexpensive. If they are not maintained, the implant component in the mouth can wear down and those are much more costly to replace.

2 implants is the minimum number for the mandible. We recommend 3 or 4 whenever possible.

Hi! How do you like it so far?

@@carolinemoore5484 i dont have teeth yet..maybe mar 4

Haha I wasn't thinking about Goodfellas when I made it. Just a big Eric Clapton fan!

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Good question to ask your dentist/surgeon. There are many ways to do it and I cannot comment on your case specifically without knowing the details. In my office, for snap in dentures that are removable, they are not something we attach immediately. Typically the waiting period is 4-6 months.

I've waited 6mos

Hi Tony. Typically the upper jaw requires at least 4 implants and doing a bar in the upper jaw is usually more advantageous than the lower jaw. That being said, every patient is unique and there is no one right solution. There must be a good reason the dentist wants to do 6 implants and a bar in the lower jaw. It would be a reasonable question to ask if there are other options, like 4 implants without the bar. Open communication with the dentist and a full understanding of all treatment options is so important in these cases and it’s what we strive for, but doesn’t always happen completely. Good luck.

@@centerforprogressivedentis4923 Thank you for your response! We were actually given a list of potential options and were leaning towards the 4 upper with bar, and 6 lower with bar. His CBCT scans will be further examined this week and we will discuss options again next appointment.

If that's in the U.S., that's very inexpensive. They might be mini implants which are typically around $1000 each.

Yes it it. This is called denture implants, that I'm having done.

Shaun Eldreth that could be mini dental implants or regular conventional/standard dental implants. Either can be used for dentures. There are no implants called denture implants, that’s probably just what your dentist called them to explain it.

@@centerforprogressivedentis4923 they are 4 anchors to hold tops in and getting 2 for the bottom. You can take them in and out yourself. Would you recommend these?

@@shauneldreth6932 yes definitely. 2 on the bottom is the minimum. If you have enough bone and money, I would ask for 3-4 on bottom as well.

How much it cost you to pay or your insurance paid for it. Please inform me. Thank you in advance.

How much?

What is your app? I would be happy to share the video with you.

Ha great comment! I have a few other videos up for my dental practice and picked some of my favorite songs as lead ins.

Nicky the kid yeah, I waited for pictures of bodies frozen hanging on a meat hook.

Same here. How did you get on? I’m having the titanium bar.

Bravo

Hope you both got them sooner than later

How are the snap ins ater 2 years???

Kay Moyse 2 on the top is not correct. Are you sure you understood that correctly? 2 is the minimum on the bottom. 4 should be the minimum on top.

Kay Moyse most kinds yes. It’s a good question to ask your treating dentist. Make sure you are aware of all future maintenance visits. Nothing lasts forever and everything needs maintenance!

Kay Moyse yes there are nylon inserts which need to be replaced, typically every 6-18 months. It’s a quick and easy maintenance appointment.

They should ALWAYS be removed for sleep. If nothing else, for the sake of keeping bacterial grown around the implant parts at a minimum. Bruxism does put more stress on implants but , since implant supported snap on dentures need to be removed at night, night time bruxism won't put any strain on the implants.

xkencx yes these are easily removable when needed. They should be removed at least once a day for cleaning. That is a major benefit of a removable implant denture, it can be removed for easy cleaning.

Do you have information to contact your friend about work? I'm really struggling with dentist here in the US.

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Sandie Mom I pray for you Sandie. I have new dentures and I can’t afford it but my neighbor just mentally harasses me how I need denture implants. He said he would pay for it. But me place wanted $17,000 I tell this man I don’t want it done as I have had cancer twice and lots of allergies both medication and metal wise. I don’t heal well and have diabetic with 5 shots a day. I pray that things will work out for yo and your precious children.

@@augustaporter3735 The snap on only cost me $4500 the full implant teeth which are NOT dentures cost $17k same price I was quoted. I hope this helps clear up the cost for you.

Sandie, Get regular dentures for now.

@@augustaporter3735 Prayets for you too. Hugs ❤

Consultation 140 bucks that's too much for my pocket and then I have to wait a whole year before they can do the work the dental insurance that I have Medi-Cal Medicare does not pay I went to four different dentists they want to suck me my money out of my own pocket without using my insurance and that sucks I checked to see other places did I can do implants I have no teeth in my mouth I have an appointment next month the 7th the first Friday I think and they don't want to tell me what the procedure is or anyting they just want me to go in and be a a pygmy and do the work right away by installing bolts in my gums without question I have a right to know what's going on but I felt this dentists is a scam I would have to take money out of my pocket I do not have a good dental insurance that would pay for my dentures or implants I had so many problems with Dentures that's why I wanted to go with implants I know it cost a lot of money bet I wish I could find someone who would donate Dentures for me I don't have no teeth and I have a dislocated jaw

I wish I can find some place where I can put implants in my mouth that way I can meet what I can that I can't find a good dentists it would not charge so much to take money out of my pocket which I don't have. I went to a dentist in Reedley California they looked at my mouth and side they said I could have implants but they do the implants with studs and then they use a denture the Snap-on but it's going to cost $28,000 for the top and 28000 for the bottom that's horseshit. I wish I could find someone implants is what I'm looking for I hate to wear dentures the last place I went to they made him so big that they fell out I could not talk I had to have it as I could not open my mouth or talk that's horseshit I could make my own teeth like George Washington had wooden teeth or I can just go back to school and make my own teeth the way I want them and then glue them in myself but that's not going to happen there's so many dentist out there that charge an arm and a leg just to get you in sign a contract here you go all right you come tomorrow will start working on your mouth pull all your teeth out very funny I have no damn teeth in my mouth it's been a long time I have a hard time chewing my food I use my tongue to break things up I'm so fed up with life right now because I can't get anybody to help me out if you can help me out I really appreciate it I am a good candidate to put implants in my mouth they cost so damn much I can't afford it but someone out there this reading this could you help me out I really need someone out there who can help me out to put dentures in my mouth I have one roof in my mouth and Dentures are not going to do it what Dentures I can't swallow my food I can't talk right I can't even eat right there made out of plastic. Implants are made of titanium they put studs in your gums and they start putting tees in there that do not come out that cost so much please help me someone out there who has a heart who can do this for me I really appreciate it thank you very much Robert Azevedo

WIth a "Snap In denture" most dentists will use a temporary or immediate denture right away, which is NOT connected to the implants. The implants need to heal in the bone for 3-6 months before attaching them to the denture. You should be able to sleep on your back or side, whatever is comfortable.

@@robertacevedo2437 try going to a dental school. Often, they can provide great dental care at a much lower cost. Good luck.

No you have not made a mistake. If you have a good amount of bone, everything will be fine. Very often we do not place implants at the time of extraction.

Jeff L where are you located Jeff? We charge $250 for our CBCT because it’s an extremely expensive machine and interpreting the data requires training and expertise. Many offices charge more than we do. We also spend a lot of time with our patients to talk through their case and CBCT results in great detail during the consult. I hope this explains it. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

Yes it is possible, in the right situation. There are many different designs and options and a palate-less overdenture is one option. This may help with your gagging issue.

John Scott I’m not quite sure what the point of your comment was. Given there was no punctuation, it was difficult to follow. But the number one question we get is “how much does this cost?” $20-30k is accurate for certain dental implant devices, but REALLY high for snap-in dentures. Depending on the situation, it could be $5k or it could be $15-20k. If there’s a question I could help clarify for you, please let me know.

Megahips Megahips good question. A “snap in denture” or overdenture is removable. The same type of implant is used in an all-on-4 procedure, however the prosthetics are different. With the All on 4 (sometimes more than 4 implants are used) the teeth are screwed into the implants and cannot be removed by the patient. Only the dentist can remove it for maintenance and cleaning. There is usually a significant cost difference as well, the removable option being less costly than the fixed option.

Snap on dentures 28000 permanent implants how much more

@@robertacevedo2437 where did you get a quote for $28,000? Was that upper and lower? It totally depends on the number of teeth to be extracted, any grafting needed, number of implants being placed, region of the country or country it's being performed, whether a specialist is involved, etc. In our area (greater Boston, MA), a "permanent implant bridge" aka All-on-4 type prosthesis (fixed hybrid) goes for $30-40k per arch.

It depends what "blood thinners" you are taking. Sometimes the dentist will consult with your primary care physician or cardiologist to discuss a short holiday (typically 3-5 days) from the medication. It's not always possible to come off the medication and then special precautions are taken. Typically there is not a lot of bleeding during these surgeries on healthy patients.