Hello.
Is an upper complete denture always possible only with full palatal coverage?
An acquaintance apparently received a denture without a palate. (??)
Thank you for your answer.
I wish you much success in your work.
Ksenija

Dear Madam!

An edentulous upper jaw can be restored with a denture that leaves the palate uncovered only if the denture is supported (retained) by dental implants. We usually need four implants for retention; they carry ball attachments or are connected with a bar. Matching components in the denture attach to the retentive parts of the implants. The denture can still be removed, which allows good hygiene of the denture itself, and especially of the retentive components and the mucosa (gums) around them. Patient satisfaction with this type of denture is incomparable with conventional treatment.

Have a nice day!