Implant Overdenture is a denture that is connected to implants placed in the jaws. The purpose is good retention so that patient can function better in eating and speech.
Disadvantages of normal dentures
1 Gradual Bone loss due to pressure on the underlying tissues over time
2 Can be unstable because of tongue movement
3 Pain of soft tissues caused by the denture
4 Possibility of food and plaque trap and fungal infection if denture hygiene is poor.

1 an upper denture held by implants in the upper jaw.
2 Here, the denture is fixed to the jaw through screw holes which are covered. It is easily retrieved for any repair.
3 The dentist will show how denture hygiene can be maintained.
1 Below is an over denture that is stabilized by two implant fixtures and also retained by patient's upper right implant bridge.
2 The denture needs regular removal for cleaning.
3 The cost is lower than a fixed choice as more implant fixtures are needed in the latter case.

