Patients in Sanford have local dental options that work well for most general dentistry. For implant-supported overdentures specifically, the relevant question is whether the closest options have the depth of implant credential that this kind of work calls for. The Teeth Doctors is 36 miles south of Sanford at 6402 Yadkin Road in Fayetteville, a 50-minute drive down US-1 through Spring Lake. What you get at the other end is Dr. Jeremiah Davis, a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology, one of only eight dentists in the entire state of North Carolina who hold that credential. For an overdenture you will wear daily for 15 to 20 years, that credential gap is the argument for the drive.
Implant-Supported Overdentures, 50 Minutes Down US-1
Sanford is 36 miles from our office. The drive is straightforward highway driving on US-1 South, passing through Spring Lake at the midpoint. Most Sanford patients we see make the trip 4 to 6 times during the active treatment phase (consultation, surgery, follow-ups, final impressions, delivery), then twice a year for cleanings. We are honest with patients about this: if you are looking for a conventional denture or routine work, the drive does not make sense. If you are looking at implant-supported overdentures, the credential and case experience at this practice are difficult to match in Lee County.
Overdentures are not a single thing. They involve surgery (placing implants in your jawbone), prosthetic design (the denture that clips onto the implants), bite analysis, and long-term maintenance. The cases that fail prematurely tend to fail because one of those pieces was treated as an afterthought. Dr. Davis plans every case personally and holds credentials in both implant surgery and prosthetic dentistry that very few general dentists in any market hold.
Why Sanford Patients Choose Dr. Davis
Sanford patients who come to us generally arrive after researching local options first. Many are retirees or near-retirees who want to make the implant decision once, correctly, rather than spending years dealing with a less-credentialed result. Some have a base connection through retired military service, a spouse's service, or civilian DoD work, and recognize that Spring Lake and the broader Fort Bragg area sit between Sanford and Fayetteville on the same US-1 corridor they already drive.
At the consultation visit, Dr. Davis walks through your 3D CBCT scan with you, explains where implants would go and why, shows you how the prosthetic will fit, and gives you a written cost estimate before you leave. You do not leave the visit confused about what comes next or what the case actually involves.
Master-Level Implant Credentials
Dr. Jeremiah C. Davis, DDS, MBA, holds the following credentials in addition to his Army service:
- United States Army veteran, 82nd Airborne Division
- Master of the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD), held by fewer than 2 percent of general dentists in the U.S. and Canada
- Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology (DABOI/ID), held by only 8 dentists in the entire state of North Carolina
- Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (FAAID)
- Master of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (MICIO)
- Master of the Academy of Osseointegration (AO)
- Surgical Master of the Interdisciplinary Dental Education Academy, held by only 8 dentists in the United States
- Dawson Academy Scholar
- Named one of America's "Top 40 Dentists Under 40" by Incisal Edge magazine
- DDS from UNC Chapel Hill School of Dentistry, MBA from UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School
These are not honorary or paid memberships. Each requires extensive continuing education hours, supervised case volume, and in several cases a board-level examination. The DABOI/ID specifically is the highest credential the implant dentistry field offers in the United States and is held by only 8 dentists in North Carolina. Dr. Davis served as a captain in the U.S. Army's 82nd Airborne Division before completing dental school at UNC Chapel Hill and an MBA from UNC Kenan-Flagler, then built this practice in Fayetteville.
What Are Overdentures?
An overdenture is a removable denture that snaps onto two or more dental implants placed in your jawbone. The denture looks similar to a conventional denture from the outside but locks into place with internal clips that connect to the implants. You can take it out for cleaning, but it does not move while you wear it. The implants underneath stimulate your jawbone the way natural tooth roots would, which slows the gradual bone loss that long-term denture wear causes.
Overdentures fit between conventional dentures and fixed full-arch solutions like All-on-4 in both cost and complexity. They use fewer implants than fixed full-arch work (typically 2 to 4 per arch versus 4 to 6), the denture is removable rather than permanently fixed, and the total case cost is correspondingly lower. For many patients facing the loss of their last teeth, or wearing conventional dentures that have become loose because the underlying bone has shrunk, overdentures are the right balance of stability, longevity, and cost.
Implant-Supported vs. Tooth-Supported Overdentures
Implant-supported. Two to four implants placed in your jawbone anchor the denture. The default approach for patients who have lost all the teeth in the arch we are restoring.
Tooth-supported. If a few healthy natural teeth remain in good positions, those teeth can be prepared as anchors for the overdenture instead. Appropriate in a smaller share of cases. The clinical exam and 3D scan at the consultation tell us which option fits your case.
Your Overdenture Treatment Plan
- Consultation and CBCT scan. 60 to 90 minutes. Clinical exam, 3D imaging, goals discussion, written treatment plan and cost estimate. For Sanford patients we typically schedule longer single visits to reduce total trips.
- Treatment design and surgical guide. Implant positions are mapped before any surgery. A surgical guide is fabricated for accurate placement.
- Implant placement. 60 to 90 minutes per arch under local anesthesia, with sedation available on request.
- Healing period. 3 to 6 months for bone integration. You wear an interim denture during this period so you are never without teeth.
- Final impressions and overdenture fabrication. Custom denture made to fit your bite and your face.
- Delivery and adjustment. Final overdenture fitted; brief follow-up a few weeks later.
Caring for Your Overdentures
- Remove the overdenture once a day for cleaning with a soft brush and non-abrasive cleaner.
- Brush around the implant abutments and your remaining gum tissue daily.
- Soak overnight in water or a denture-cleaning solution.
- Twice-yearly cleanings and attachment checks. For Sanford patients these can often be coordinated with other Fayetteville trips.
- Call right away if anything feels loose, breaks, or causes irritation.
Sanford Overdentures Office Tour
What Sanford Patients Ask Before Booking
Is the drive from Sanford worth it for overdenture care?
For implant-supported overdentures specifically, in most cases yes. Conventional dentures or routine work can reasonably be handled by local Lee County dentists. Implant-supported overdentures require both surgical and prosthetic expertise that is uncommon at the general-practice level. Dr. Davis's DABOI/ID credential is held by only 8 dentists in North Carolina. For a prosthetic you will rely on daily for 15 to 20 years, the one-time investment of driving time is the most useful thing you can spend on the project.
How many trips will I need to make during treatment?
Most patients have 4 to 6 visits during the active treatment phase, then twice-yearly maintenance after delivery. We work with Sanford patients specifically to combine appointments where clinically appropriate and reduce total trip count.
Will I be in pain during implant placement?
No. Local anesthesia is standard for implant placement and is highly effective. Sedation is available for patients who prefer to be more relaxed during the procedure. Most patients report mild soreness for a few days after, well-managed with over-the-counter pain medication.
Do you accept dental insurance for overdentures?
Most major dental insurance plans cover a portion of the denture itself. Coverage for the implants varies by plan. We run your specific benefits before any treatment and provide a written cost estimate. CareCredit financing and the Friends and Family Membership Plan are available for patients without insurance or with limited implant coverage.
How long do implant-supported overdentures last?
The implants themselves typically last 20 years or more with good hygiene and twice-yearly attachment checks. The denture portion may need a reline every 5 to 7 years as your jaw shape settles. The snap-in attachments inside the denture wear out every 1 to 3 years and are swapped chair-side in minutes.
Schedule Your Consultation
Call 910-864-4646 or use the appointment form. The consultation includes a clinical exam, 3D CBCT scan, full options discussion, and a written treatment plan with cost estimate. We will plan your appointment with the drive from Sanford in mind.
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6402 Yadkin Rd.
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