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Snap-On Dentures
Snap On a New Smile
Dentures come in many forms and deliver a restored smile with greater food options via the new set of teeth, but choosing the right dentures for you can be overwhelming. One popular option is snap-on dentures, a cross between dental implants and dentures that are often recommended for people who’ve suffered an injury or need replacement teeth due to a dental condition.
What are Snap-on Dentures?
Snap-on dentures are sometimes called implant-supported dentures due to that the denture snaps onto screws that have been implanted into the jaw. The piece that snaps in is called the overdenture and snap-on dentures themselves are known to be highly versatile and more convenient than traditional dentures.
While learning about snap-on dentures, you may have noticed snap-in dentures as well. They are interchangeable terms that refer to how the overdenture is applied to the jaw implant and how they are put on or off by the person wearing them. Whenever you read “snap-in” it means the same as snap-on.
Snap-In Dentures vs. Other Types of Dentures
There are several types of dental implants, but there are two main categories for dentures: removable and fixed. Snap-in dentures are a type of removable denture that is also a dental implant. When choosing which type of denture is best for you, consider how traditional removable dentures compare to the snap-on:
- Traditional dentures are kept in place by suction or denture adhesives, which are applied at home and are removable, making it easier for them to come loose while eating, talking, or any activity that puts pressure on the mouth
- Removable dentures sit lightly in the mouth which can weaken the jawbone due to reduced use
- Traditional dentures don’t always fit well as they’re made from a mold of your mouth. When they are poorly fitted, they can rub up against the gum line and damage the gums.