Dentures are suitable for all ages. They are removable plastic or metal framework which is used to hold single or multiple false acrylic teeth.
Plastic frameworks are the cheaper option and if you have no teeth, then this is the best option. Metal frameworks have many advantages over plastic frameworks which include:
Overall, we would recommend mental frameworks, your dentist will explain what your options are and the advantages/ disadvantages between the two.
Dependent on how many teeth are missing, you could have a partial or full denture. We aim to make the teeth look as natural as possible.
Dentures are suitable for those who:
Each denture is custom made to fit your mouth. The dentist will start by taking a digital scan of your mouth and ensuring that the dentures fit well. Once measurements and scans have been taken, this is sent to a dental laboratory where your dentures will be made.
If you need to have additional teeth taking out, this will be done first. The healing time for teeth extraction is a few months to allow the gums to settle.
Once the dentures have arrived, your dentist will try them in your mouth to ensure that you can bite together properly, they fit well and you are happy with them.
If amendments need to be done, your dentist will send them off to the laboratory first. It is better to get all amendments done initial to avoid problems later on.
Dentures re-fitted after amendment ( if needed). This is to ensure that you are happy with your dentures and you can bite together properly.
Your dentist will then go through all the aftercare and how to clean your dentures. Visiting your dentist every 6 months ensures that any issues are dealt with earlier.
Dependent on whether you have a plastic or metal framework, prices start from £795. Metal frameworks start from £1,195.
Dentures last around 5 years as plastics start to wear down due to everyday use.
There are alternatives to this which includes:
Dental Implants – these are good alternatives and popular. Fixed teeth are placed on a base which is screwed onto your jawbone. Dental implants can last for much longer and remove the hassle of taking dentures in and out everyday.
Bridges- False teeth placed on your current teeth to fix the gaps in your mouth
There are many more options than there were before so you do not need to suffer with having missing teeth. We can help you with many options, which can be discussed at your dental consultation. Please click here to book yours now.
