Complete Dentures

Why might I need dentures?

If you are missing several teeth or a full arch of your teeth, dentures can be used to replace the function and appearance of your natural teeth. All our dentists are highly skilled in creating comfortable and natural-looking dentures with the scope to customise them for additional character. If you would like a removable solution to restore your smile, dentures could be ideal for you.

Whether you’re considering complete dentures to replace all your teeth or partial dentures for a few missing ones, our approach ensures you receive the best possible fit and comfort. It is important to replace missing teeth, even if just one is missing. If left untreated, your chewing and speaking can be affected. As additional strain is put on the remaining teeth, your bite can become increasingly misaligned or teeth deteriorate at a quicker rate.

What are the advantages of dentures?

There are a number of benefits to choosing dentures to replace your missing teeth.

• You will have a full, natural-looking smile
• Dentures are durable and long-lasting
• They enable you to eat more foods and speak comfortably
• Dentures can easily be removed and cleaned
• They give support to any remaining teeth and the soft tissues
• The provision of a denture is minimally invasive and requires little or no drilling

How do dentures work?

Complete dentures – These replace a full arch of missing teeth, providing both function and aesthetic benefits as part of your dental care treatment. Coloured to match your existing smile,with a full set of teeth usually made from resin is fitted over your gums. By taking precise measurements of your mouth, we work closely with our dental technicians who will custom make your complete dentures so that they fit snugly over your gums. Prices start from £1900 per arch.

Partial dentures – These replace one or more teeth and are used if you still have some of your own teeth. The replacement teeth are specially created to fit the gaps you have, and to match your remaining teeth. Partial dentures can be fixed to a metal framework that is hidden with the smart design of the denture. This type of denture can clip to your natural teeth to hold them in place to give you more confidence. Partial dentures can now also be made from 3D technology in an ultra-light resin framework. Prices start from £1500 per arch.

Implant-retained dentures – These are a more permanent solution for partial or complete dentures. Denture stabilisation uses implants to secure dentures in place. Implants are small titanium screws that are placed permanently in the jaw bone. The implant provides a fixed, permanent anchor onto which your dentures can be secured.

Implant retained dentures offer several benefits over removable dentures:

• They fit more securely to your gums with less movement
• Feel less intrusive
• Look and feel more like real, natural teeth
• It’s easier to bite and chew with them
• Implants stimulate bone growth

It can take some time to get used to your new dentures, but with advances in denture care, modern dentures are more comfortable and natural-looking than ever before. When your new dentures are first fitted, it’s normal to experience a slight change in speech or eating, but rest assured that your mouth and dentures will gradually adapt to each other. Just like breaking in a new pair of shoes, it’s important to wear your dentures regularly.

Soon, whether you have implant-retained, complete, or partial dentures, they will feel just like your natural teeth. Remember,  good denture care and regular check-ups can help maintain their fit and appearance. Should you ever require denture repairs or adjustments, our team is here to assist with any treatment you may need.

How to care for your dentures

You must care for your dentures as if they are your natural teeth. Plaque can develop on dentures in much the same way as it can on natural teeth, which can put you at risk of gum disease. With removable dentures, we recommend you take them out and clean them thoroughly with a soft brush. Some use toothpaste but these can be more abrasive long-term to the surface of your dentures. They should then be rinsed and soaked in a denture cleaner.

Remember to keep your mouth clean too, by gently brushing your teeth, gums, and tongue.

If you’d like to learn more about our dentures or have any questions about how to care for yours, please do not hesitate to get in touch. Call our friendly team today on 01536 214 144. We look forward to hearing from you.