Implant-Supported Dentures in Calgary, AB
Experience the Stability &
Feel of a Real Smile
Implant-supported dentures eliminate slippage and adhesives by anchoring directly to implants — giving you the comfort, stability, and confidence of a real smile. Royal Oak Smiles provides these procedures for those seeking a better alternative to traditional dentures.
Stable Full-Arch Replacement
Why Choose Implant-Supported
Dentures Over Traditional
Dentures in Calgary?
Traditional dentures come with significant drawbacks — the extra steps to maintain them and the constant risk of slippage. Implant-supported dentures solve both problems by anchoring your denture to precisely placed implants, so it stays secure all day without adhesives. Dr. Anand Choubal, DDS, ACLS-certified oral surgeon at Royal Oak Smiles, places the implants in-house — no referral to an outside specialist required.
Candidacy depends on sufficient jawbone density, periodontal health, and overall health. Our team will assess your situation and walk you through every option at your consultation.
Why Implant-Supported
What Are the Six Advantages of
Implant-Supported Dentures Over Traditional?
No More Slippage
Implants lock your denture firmly in place — no embarrassing slips when eating, speaking, or laughing in social situations.
No Adhesives Needed
Say goodbye to messy denture creams and adhesive strips. Implant-supported dentures stay secure on their own, all day long.
Function Like Natural Teeth
Chew, bite, and speak with confidence. Implant-supported dentures restore full function so you can enjoy the foods you love again.
Reduced Bone Loss
Traditional dentures accelerate jawbone shrinkage. Implants stimulate the bone, slowing deterioration and preserving your facial appearance.
Less Gum Irritation
Without constant friction from a removable plate, your gums experience far less soreness, redness, and irritation over time.
Easy Maintenance
Clean your implant-supported denture just like natural teeth — regular brushing and flossing, with occasional professional check-ups.
Implants placed by Dr. Anand Choubal, DDS — ACLS Certified Oral Surgeon at Royal Oak Smiles. Call to book →
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
About Implant-Supported Dentures in Calgary
An implant-supported denture is a full-arch tooth replacement anchored to dental implants rather than resting on the gum ridge. At Royal Oak Smiles, Dr. Anand Choubal, DDS, places 2 to 4 implants per arch, which act as fixed anchors. The denture snaps onto these implants, eliminating slippage and the need for adhesives. Implants also stimulate the jawbone, slowing the bone shrinkage that occurs with traditional dentures.
Good candidates have sufficient jawbone density to support implants, controlled general health (no uncontrolled diabetes or active cancer treatment), and non-smoker status or willingness to quit. Patients who have already experienced significant bone loss from wearing traditional dentures may need bone grafting before implants are possible. Dr. Choubal assesses candidacy with a CT scan and comprehensive consultation. Many patients who were told they could not have implants elsewhere can be treated here.
Most implant-supported dentures require 2 to 4 implants per arch. Two implants can stabilize a removable overdenture. Four implants provide maximum stability and support for a fixed or hybrid arch. The exact number depends on the bone quality, the type of denture selected, and functional requirements. Dr. Choubal recommends the minimum number of implants that achieves the needed stability without compromising long-term outcomes.
Most Alberta dental insurance plans provide partial coverage for the prosthetic (denture) component of implant-supported dentures. The implant surgical fees are typically not covered under dental insurance, though some extended health plans include implant benefits. Royal Oak Smiles direct-bills most major Alberta insurers and can submit pre-authorizations to confirm your benefit entitlement before treatment begins. Call (403) 374-6161 to discuss your specific plan.
From implant placement to final denture delivery, the process at Royal Oak Smiles typically takes 3 to 6 months. After implant surgery, a healing period of 2 to 4 months allows osseointegration — the implants fusing to the jawbone. A temporary denture is worn during this period for function and aesthetics. Once the implants are fully integrated, the final denture is fabricated and delivered. Some patients are eligible for same-day provisional restorations.