What Dentures Don’t Cover the Roof of Your Mouth?
By Dr. Eastwood – Summerbrook Dental & Implants, Fort Worth, TX
Many patients ask me, “What dentures don’t cover the roof of your mouth?” The answer is implant-supported dentures. Unlike traditional upper dentures that rest on the gums and cover the entire palate, implant-supported dentures are held in place by dental implants. Because they are anchored securely to the jawbone, there is no need for a bulky plate across the roof of your mouth.
Traditional dentures can sometimes feel uncomfortable because they cover the palate. This can affect your ability to taste food, change how you speak, and even make eating less enjoyable. Implant-supported dentures solve these problems by leaving the roof of your mouth uncovered. They are stable, comfortable, and give you a more natural feel.
There are two main types. A removable snap-in denture attaches to two to four implants and can be taken out for cleaning. A fixed hybrid denture attaches permanently to four to six implants and can only be removed by a dentist. Both options stay in place without needing messy adhesives, and both let you eat and talk with more confidence.
At Summerbrook Dental & Implants, I use advanced techniques like zero bone loss principles, immediate implant placement, and custom healing abutments to give patients the best possible results. These methods protect your bone and gums, help your implants last longer, and create a more natural look and feel.
We also offer oral sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia with an MD anesthesiologist so that your treatment can be done comfortably. And remember, this is always a no judgment office. Many patients come to me after struggling with loose dentures for years. My job is not to lecture you—it’s to give you a stable, confident smile.
So, what dentures don’t cover the roof of your mouth? Implant-supported dentures give you the strength of implants with the comfort of a denture that feels natural and secure. If you’re tired of bulky dentures that affect your taste and comfort, schedule a consultation with me at Summerbrook Dental & Implants in Fort Worth. Together, we can create a plan that restores your smile, comfort, and confidence.