Click Overdenture Attachment

Click attachments are a removable denture attachments system that provides a secure and stable connection between a denture and dental implants.
They consist of two components, a male component, which is placed on the implant and a female component, which is placed on the denture.
The two components are locked ("click") together, creating a secure connection.
Available in different designs and connections such as Straight, 18°, and 30°, and made of Titanium grade 5 (TI-6AL-4V ELI), they are commonly used for patients who have lost all of their teeth and need a removable denture and want added stability provided by the dental implants.
They can be used for different types of dentures and are a popular choice among dentists for the ease of use and stability they provide.

Click Attachment Internal Hex Connection

Click Attachment Conical Connection

Click Overdenture Attachments - Titanium Grade 5 Retention Systems

GDT Click Overdenture Attachments are designed for removable implant-supported dentures that require a secure, retrievable retention solution. The system includes a click attachment abutment connected to the implant and compatible denture-side components, including a metal cap, protective disc, and silicone retention cap. When seated, the retention assembly engages the attachment to retain the overdenture while allowing removal for hygiene and follow-up care.

The collection includes straight, 18°, and 30° click attachment options for compatible GDT Internal Hex and Conical Connection implant systems. Clinicians should select the attachment according to the implant connection, platform, implant alignment, soft-tissue level, restorative space, and planned path of insertion.

Compatible silicone caps provide different retention levels for the selected attachment system. Extra Soft, Soft, Standard, and Strong caps offer progressive retention options, while the black Lab silicone cap provides no retention. Retention selection should reflect the number and distribution of implants, overdenture design, desired retention, and the balance between secure seating and ease of removal.

Technical Specifications & System Variants:

Attachment Abutment Material: Titanium Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V ELI).
Connection Options: Available for Slim Platform Internal Hex 2.0, Internal Hex 2.42, Conical NP 2.25, and Conical RP 2.65 systems.
Attachment Designs: Straight, 18°, and 30° options for cases requiring different restorative angulations.
Height Selection: Attachment heights range from 0.5 mm to 6 mm across the collection, depending on the selected connection and design.
Retention Caps: Extra Soft yellow caps provide 600 g retention, Soft pink caps provide 1,200 g retention, Standard clear caps provide 1,800 g retention, and Strong purple caps provide 2,700 g retention.
Lab Silicone Cap: Black Lab silicone caps provide no retention.
Denture-Side Components: Compatible metal caps, protective discs, silicone caps, sets, and kits are available for the GDT Click Attachment system.
Component Selection: Confirm the implant connection, platform, attachment angle, height, compatible retention components, and restorative requirements before placement.

By selecting GDT Click Overdenture Attachment components as a matched system, clinicians can assemble a removable overdenture solution according to implant alignment, attachment height, retention requirement, and planned maintenance needs. Always verify component compatibility and follow the applicable product instructions for use.

Frequently Asked Questions About Click Overdenture Attachment

What is a Click Overdenture Attachment system and how does it function?

A Click Overdenture Attachment is a mechanical retention system for removable implant-supported restorations. The implant-side attachment abutment connects directly to the fixture, while a corresponding metal housing containing a flexible silicone retention cap is processed into the tissue surface of the denture, locking into place with a physical "click".

Is a Click Attachment Called Anything Else?

Most patients will ask for snap-in dentures or overdentures because they cover the existing implants or teeth. They’re ideal for people who need a natural-looking and durable tooth replacement solution.

While traditional dentures rely on suction and the gums to stay in place, click attachments allow them to adhere to the implant within the jawbone.

Since they offer more stability and can still be removed, the patient cleans them like traditional dentures. However, they’re easier to care for than implants because they don’t require special floss or materials.

What Are the Benefits of Click Attachments?

Using a click attachment system has many benefits. Patients will enjoy more security and stability. The dentures aren’t as likely to shift while they speak or eat.

Likewise, the dentures will be aesthetically pleasing. Patients often marvel at their natural-looking smiles. Plus, placing dental implants first will prevent jawbone degeneration, which is common after people lose their teeth.

Most patients claim that snap-in dentures, which use click attachments, fit better and are more comfortable to wear daily than traditional versions. You may recommend them as a cheaper alternative to full-on implants.

Are There Any Risks to the Patient When Using Click Attachments?

Overdentures are anchored into the jawbone with implants. Since this is a surgical procedure, there are some risks involved. For example, the patient’s gums could swell or bleed, and it could take many weeks or months for them to fully heal.

Once they’ve healed sufficiently, you will place each click attachment. Though this isn’t necessarily surgical, it will involve a local anesthetic. Again, this can irritate the gums, which can lead to an infection if the patient doesn’t properly care for their mouth.

Sometimes, patients complain of a numb or tingling sensation in the lips, gums, and natural teeth. This type of nerve damage is often minor and goes away within a few months. However, it’s still important to warn them of the potential issue.

How Long Will a Click Attachment Last?

Generally, a click attachment has a similar lifespan as a dental implant, which is 10 to 30 years. In most cases, patients will never be required to remove or replace them.

However, it’s important to note that the click attachment is just one component of the overdenture system. Snap-in dentures only last five to seven years, so your patient will likely need them replaced a few times during their lifetime.

You should advise your patient about the potential risks and lifespan of the click attachment and other components. This will allow them to make a more informed decision about their needs now and in the future.

When should a clinician select a straight versus an angulated Click Overdenture Attachment?

Straight abutments are selected when parallel or near-parallel implants allow a shared path of insertion. For divergent implants, GDT offers 18° and 30° angulated options to correct restorative trajectories, balance the insertion path, and protect the silicone components from premature wear.

What progressive retention levels are available for the silicone caps?

GDT provides color-coded retention options to customize stability: Extra Soft yellow caps (600 g retention), Soft pink caps (1,200 g retention), Standard clear caps (1,800 g retention), and Strong purple caps (2,700 g retention). Black Lab caps provide no retention and are intended for laboratory processing stages only.

How should clinicians select the correct attachment height?

Abutment height should be selected based on the thickest part of the peri-implant soft tissue. The attachment collar must emerge slightly above the gingival margin (0.5 mm to 6 mm options are available) to allow the denture-side metal cap to fully clear the tissue and engage the undercuts securely.