Implant Retained Dentures in Hornchurch.

A removable denture that locks securely onto two or four small implants, so it doesn't slip when you eat or speak. The cost-effective alternative to All-on-4 for patients who want stability without the higher fixed-bridge cost.

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Hornchurch patient smiling with stable implant retained denture
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"No more denture adhesive, no more worrying. Wish I'd done this years ago."
Margaret B.
Implant retained denture clipping onto two implants

What are implant retained dentures?

An implant retained denture is a custom denture that clips onto two or four small dental implants placed in your jaw. Unlike traditional dentures (which rely on suction and gum contour to stay in), implant retained dentures lock into place mechanically, so they stay where you put them.

The denture itself is removable, you clip it out at night for cleaning and clip it back in for the day. While in place, it's stable enough to eat almost anything you would eat with natural teeth, with no adhesive needed and no risk of it moving when you talk.

Are implant retained dentures right for me?

Implant retained dentures are usually the right answer if you:

  • Wear a full or partial denture that slips, clicks or moves
  • Want significant improvement in stability without the higher cost of All-on-4
  • Are happy to remove the denture overnight for cleaning
  • Have healthy enough gums and adequate jaw bone (CBCT confirms this)
  • Want a long-term solution to denture frustration

If you want a fully fixed solution that you brush like natural teeth, All-on-4 or All-on-6 is the better route.

Anatomy diagram showing two-implant lower denture with clip attachments

How your implant denture treatment works with us.

01

Free consultation

We assess your existing dentures or remaining teeth, your bite, your gums and bone via examination. Around 45 minutes.

02

CBCT scan

A 3D scan to plan the exact position of two or four implants.

03

Treatment plan

A written plan with timeline and full cost. Nothing proceeds until you agree.

04

Implant placement

A single appointment under local anaesthetic. Around 60 to 90 minutes.

05

Healing

Three to six months for the implants to fuse to the bone, with a temporary denture worn throughout.

06

Denture and attachments

Once healed, we take impressions and have your custom denture and clip-on attachments made in our lab.

07

Final fit

The custom denture is fitted with the clip-on attachments to give you a secure, stable bite.

How much do implant retained dentures cost in Hornchurch?

Treatment fees include CBCT scan, implant placement, healing visits, custom denture and attachments.

We offer 0% finance over 12, 24 and 36 months and members of the Hacton membership plan receive 10% off treatment.

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Two-implant lower denture

Quoted at consultation
Two implants and a custom lower denture with clips

Four-implant upper denture

Quoted at consultation
Four implants and a custom upper denture with clips

Routine maintenance

Quoted at consultation
Replacement attachments every 5 to 10 years with normal wear

The Hacton Dental Care difference.

A real solution to denture slipping

Traditional dentures rely on suction and gum contour to stay in. Implant-retained dentures clip onto small implants, so they stay where you put them. No more denture adhesive, no more avoiding certain foods, no more talking carefully so the denture doesn't move.

A more affordable route than All‑on‑4

Implant-retained dentures use only two to four implants and a custom denture, so the cost is significantly lower than All-on-4 while still solving the slipping and confidence issues that bring most denture wearers to us.

Removable for cleaning, fixed for function

Your denture clips out at night for cleaning and clips back in for the day. While in place, it's stable enough to eat almost anything you would eat with natural teeth.

CBCT-planned

Every implant case is planned from a 3D CBCT scan in our Hornchurch surgery, so each implant goes in at the right position and angle to support the denture properly.

Custom-made in our lab

Both the denture and the clip-on attachments are custom-made for you and adjusted at fitting so the bite, the speech and the appearance all sit right.

Honest comparison with All‑on‑4

We will compare implant-retained dentures against All-on-4 (fixed) and traditional dentures so you can make an informed choice between cost, comfort and convenience.

Real patients, real results.

Before implant retained denture treatment Before
After implant retained denture treatment After

Long-term denture wearer to two-implant lower denture

A two-implant lower denture transformation, replacing a long-standing loose lower denture with a securely-clipped, stable bite.

The calm, welcoming waiting room at Hacton Dental Care in Hornchurch

Nervous about implant surgery?

The most common worry from existing denture wearers is "I've already been through dentures, I don't want another big procedure". Honestly, the implant placement itself is straightforward (around 60 to 90 minutes under local anaesthetic) and the recovery is significantly easier than most patients expect.

The reward, weeks later, is a denture that finally stays put. Almost every patient tells us they wish they had done it sooner. We'll go through every step at the consultation and you can ask anything you want before committing.

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Ready to stop your denture slipping?

Book a free implant denture consultation. We'll compare implant retained dentures against All-on-4 and traditional dentures so you can make an informed choice.

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Implant denture questions, answered.

How many implants do I need for an implant-retained denture?

Most lower implant dentures use two implants and most upper implant dentures use four, with the exact number depending on your bone, your bite and how much stability you need.

Will my implant denture feel like real teeth?

It will feel significantly more stable than a traditional denture because it clips onto the implants, but you will still notice the bulk of the denture, unlike with a fully-fixed All-on-4 bridge.

Can I take my implant denture out?

Yes - implant dentures are designed to clip out at night for cleaning and clip back in for the day, which makes them easier to maintain than a fixed bridge.

Is implant denture surgery painful?

The procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic so it's painless at the time, with most patients describing two to three days of manageable soreness afterwards.

How long do implant-retained dentures last?

The implants themselves typically last 20 years or more, while the denture and clip-on attachments need replacing every 5 to 10 years with normal wear.

Will I still need denture adhesive?

No - the implants hold the denture in place, so denture adhesive is no longer needed for normal eating, speaking or smiling.

Are implant-retained dentures available on the NHS?

No, implant treatment is not available on the NHS, so all implant work at Hacton Dental Care is privately funded with 0% finance available.

Do you offer implant-retained dentures near me?

Hacton Dental Care is in Hornchurch and a ten minute drive from Upminster, Romford, Elm Park and Rainham, with free on-site parking.

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1 Hacton Lane
Hornchurch
Essex, RM12 6PH

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Opening times

Monday9.00am – 6.00pm Tuesday9.00am – 5.00pm Wednesday9.00am – 5.00pm Thursday8.00am – 5.00pm Friday9.00am – 5.00pm SaturdayBy appointment SundayClosed

Closed daily 1.00pm – 2.00pm for lunch.

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