Prosthetic Types & Visual Reference
High-quality clinical illustrations of LOCATOR attachment systems — mandibular and maxillary removable overdentures, fixed F-Tx prostheses, bar-retained systems, components, and abutment specifications. Use these images for team training, patient education, and treatment planning.
Mandibular 3-Implant Supported Overdenture with LOCATOR Attachments
Cross-section view of a mandibular overdenture supported by three implants with LOCATOR attachments. Three implants provide enhanced tripod stability, reducing rotational movement compared to two-implant designs. This is the most common starting point for edentulous mandibular patients.
Maxillary 4-Implant Supported Overdenture with LOCATOR Attachments
Cross-section view of a maxillary (upper jaw) overdenture supported by four implants with LOCATOR attachments. The maxillary arch typically requires 4 implants (vs. 2-3 for mandibular) due to softer bone density and greater occlusal forces. The horseshoe-shaped prosthesis eliminates palatal coverage, dramatically improving patient comfort, taste sensation, and speech.
Mandibular Full-Arch Fixed LOCATOR F-Tx Prosthesis
The LOCATOR F-Tx system provides a fixed, screw-retained full-arch prosthesis on 4-6 implants. This is the fixed alternative to removable overdentures for patients who desire a non-removable solution with maximum stability and function.
Maxillary Full-Arch Fixed LOCATOR F-Tx Prosthesis
A maxillary full-arch fixed prosthesis using the LOCATOR F-Tx system on 6 implants. The horseshoe design eliminates palatal coverage while providing a permanently fixed restoration. Posterior implants are typically angled to avoid the maxillary sinuses and maximize bone engagement.
Bar-Retained Implant Overdenture — Hader Bar System
A bar-retained implant overdenture using a precision-milled titanium Hader bar connecting 3-4 implants. The bar provides a rigid splinted connection between implants, and the overdenture clips onto the bar via Hader clips or LOCATOR bar attachments. This design offers superior retention and stability compared to individual LOCATOR attachments.
LOCATOR Attachment Components — Exploded View
Exploded view showing all components of the LOCATOR attachment system from bottom to top: titanium implant body, LOCATOR abutment, processing male, denture cap with metal housing, and color-coded nylon retention inserts.
Treatment Options Comparison — Three Pathways
Side-by-side comparison of conventional denture, implant-retained removable overdenture, and fixed LOCATOR F-Tx prosthesis. Shows stability ratings, bite force indicators, and bone preservation metrics for patient consultation.
LOCATOR Retention Insert System — Color-Coded Guide
Complete LOCATOR retention insert kit showing all four retention levels with their corresponding metal housings and the LOCATOR Core Tool for insert placement and removal.
LOCATOR Angled Abutments — Restorative Space Comparison
Comparison of minimum restorative space required for different LOCATOR angled abutment cuff heights. Critical for treatment planning when vertical space is limited between the implant platform and the occlusal plane.
LOCATOR Abutment Dimensional Specifications
Detailed dimensional specifications of the LOCATOR abutment assembly showing the 2.35mm retention head, 3mm abutment body, and 5.35mm total height from shoulder to top. Essential reference for prosthetic space planning.