Implant support
Implants are positioned to provide retention for the removable prosthesis according to bone availability and restorative design.
Snap-in dentures in Seattle
Snap-in dentures are removable dentures that connect to dental implants for additional retention and stability.
Dr. Jaime Lee plans the denture and implant support together by evaluating bone, gum contours, restorative space, bite, and how the prosthesis needs to function when inserted and removed.
Implant-retained removable replacement
How do implants make a removable denture more stable?
Implant retention can reduce movement of a removable denture by connecting the prosthesis to anchors supported by the jawbone.
The denture remains removable for cleaning, while the implant attachments provide support beyond what the gums alone can provide.
- Add implant retention to a removable denture
- Reduce movement during function
- Maintain removability for cleaning
- Coordinate implant support with the denture design
What does snap-in denture treatment involve?
Removable prosthesis
The denture is designed to engage the implant attachments while still being removable for hygiene and maintenance.
Attachment and tissue maintenance
Follow-up care evaluates implant health, denture fit, attachment function, bite, and changes in the supporting tissues.
How does snap-in denture treatment work?
- Evaluate the arch. Dr. Lee assesses the missing teeth, existing denture, gum contours, bone, bite, and restorative space.
- Plan implant retention. The implant support is coordinated with the intended denture design and available anatomy.
- Coordinate surgical treatment. Implant placement and any grafting are sequenced according to the surgical plan and provider roles.
- Design the removable denture. The prosthesis is made to engage the implant attachments and restore the planned tooth positions.
- Maintain the system. Implants, attachments, denture fit, and supporting tissues are evaluated over time.
Am I a candidate for snap-in dentures?
For adults missing all of the teeth in the upper or lower jaw, snap-in dentures can use implants to provide more support and retention while remaining removable for cleaning.
Candidacy depends on available bone, periodontal health, medical factors, restorative space, and the ability to maintain the implants and prosthesis.
When should I consider snap-in dentures?
Schedule an evaluation when a conventional denture remains unstable despite appropriate fit and adjustment or when you want to compare removable implant support with other full-arch options.
Dr. Lee evaluates whether the current denture can be part of the plan or whether a new prosthesis is required.
What affects the cost of snap-in dentures?
Cost depends on diagnostic imaging, implant treatment, grafting when needed, the denture, attachment components, surgical and restorative provider roles, and your dental benefits.
PPO insurance
Smile Art accepts all PPO insurance.
Contact the office with your plan details to ask about coverage and network participation.
Coverage varies by plan and may treat the implant and removable-prosthesis components differently.
Third-party financing
Available through:
- CareCredit
- Cherry
- LendingClub
Financing is subject to the provider’s approval and terms.
Who provides your care at Smile Art?
Dr. Jaime Lee is a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists with advanced implant training. She plans the implant positions and removable denture together so the implants provide the support the final prosthesis needs.
Frequently asked questions
Are snap-in dentures removable?
Yes. They connect to implant attachments for retention but are removed by the patient for cleaning.
How are they different from fixed full-arch implants?
Snap-in dentures are removable. Fixed full-arch restorations remain attached to the implants and follow a different restorative design.
How many implants are needed?
The number depends on bone distribution, prosthesis design, attachment strategy, and the support required for the arch.
Can my current denture be converted?
That depends on its design, fit, condition, and compatibility with the implant plan. Dr. Lee evaluates the existing prosthesis before recommending reuse or replacement.
Do the attachments wear out?
Attachment components can require maintenance or replacement over time. Follow-up care evaluates retention and component function.
How do I clean a snap-in denture?
You will need to remove and clean the denture as directed, and brush and clean around the implants and gums every day.
Where is our Seattle dental office?
Smile Art is at 901 Boren Ave, Suite 1030, Seattle, WA 98104. We welcome new patients from Seattle and the surrounding neighborhoods.
Smile Art by Dr. Jaime Lee901 Boren Ave, Suite 1030
Seattle, WA 98104
Seattle, WA 98104
HoursMonday–Thursday, 8:00am–4:00pm
Phone(206) 325-7200
The Cabrini Medical Tower garage entrance is at 1010 Marion St. The building entrance is on Boren Ave; Dr. Lee is in Suite 1030. Parking for a Smile Art visit does not require validation. Directions to the garage. Check posted rates when you park.