Dentures

Today, it’s easier than ever to replace missing teeth and achieve natural-looking, durable, and long-lasting results! Depending on a patient’s dental needs, lifestyle, expectations of care, and budget, choices can include conventional fixed bridgework, dental implants, or removable partial and complete dentures. At the office of Nova Dental, we’ll discuss all your options in care and answer all your questions as you choose the solution that’s right for you.

With advances in dental materials and technology, today’s dentures are more comfortable and realistic-looking than ever before.

Whether you wear partial or complete dentures, it’s essential to see the dentist for routine care. Besides checking the fit and condition of your dentures and making any necessary adjustments, you’ll also receive a comprehensive exam to check on the health of any remaining teeth as well as the soft and hard tissues in and around the oral cavity.

A same-day denture offers an accelerated design and fabrication process that allows a patient to go from impression taking to denture insertion in a single day.

For patients who don’t want to wait after having teeth extracted, an immediate denture can be inserted the same day your teeth are removed. Sometime later you may need the denture relined to address any changes in its fit once the extraction sites have completely healed.

While no one wants to drop or break a partial or complete denture, accidents do happen. The good news is that in some cases, your partial or complete denture is reparable. It all depends on the extent of the damage. Don’t hesitate to contact our office if you’ve broken or damaged your denture. We’re happy to help.

The simple act of taking your partial denture in and out can cause certain types of metal clasps to loosen over time. When you come in for your checkup visit or contact our office for an adjustment, we’ll assess the fit of your partial and tighten the clasps for improved stability and comfort.

While rebuilding a complete smile is a worthwhile investment, our office is sensitive to the costs involved in dental care. We customize care and will discuss which treatment options address your needs, lifestyle, and budget. How much a new denture will cost depends on the type of the prosthesis, its design, and the materials used to fabricate the supportive base, teeth, and clasps or precision attachments. Dentures that include the placement of dental implants for added retention and stability typically involve additional costs.

If you have dental insurance, your coverage may include a new or replacement set of dentures.  Our staff is happy to review your coverage with you to ensure you are maximizing your insurance benefits while minimizing any out of pocket expenses.

At the office of Nova Dental, we provide an extensive range of dental services, including the latest and most effective methods to help patients with missing teeth rebuild complete and beautiful smiles. As skilled and experienced professionals, we recognize that every patient is different, and every smile is unique. We’re passionate about what we do and take great pride in providing personalized treatment plans while treating our patients as valued partners in care.

Dentures are removable prosthetic appliances that replace missing teeth and the surrounding oral structures. They consist of artificial teeth set into a gum-colored base that fits over the gums and underlying bone. Properly designed bases distribute chewing forces to minimize pressure points and preserve oral health.

Modern dentures use advanced materials and digital design to improve fit, function, and esthetics. They restore chewing and speech while recreating facial contours that can be affected by tooth loss. Because they are removable, dentures allow for easy cleaning and straightforward clinical adjustments when tissues change over time.

There are several common denture types tailored to different clinical needs. Partial dentures replace one or more missing teeth while preserving healthy adjacent teeth, while full or complete dentures restore all teeth in a single arch. Overdentures gain extra support from retained roots or attachments and can offer increased stability compared with conventional prostheses.

Implant-supported removable dentures attach to dental implants for superior retention, and fixed implant bridges convert the prosthesis into a nonremovable solution when appropriate. Immediate dentures are placed at the time of extraction to provide immediate esthetic and functional benefits during healing. Each option has trade-offs in terms of stability, maintenance, and the clinical steps required.

An implant-supported denture uses small titanium posts placed in the jaw to anchor the prosthesis, substantially improving retention and chewing efficiency. Removable dentures rely on suction, anatomy, adhesives, or clasps and can be easier to clean and service. The choice between these approaches depends on bone health, medical considerations, and the level of stability the patient desires.

Implant-retained designs typically require additional surgical and restorative phases, but they often reduce movement during function and improve confidence with challenging foods. Removable options may be preferable for patients who want a less invasive path or who need a solution that can be adjusted frequently. Your dental team will review health factors and long-term goals to determine the most appropriate plan.

Conventional full dentures are fabricated after post-extraction healing has taken place, which can produce a predictable long-term fit as tissues stabilize. Immediate dentures are delivered at the time of extraction so the patient has teeth during the healing period, but they commonly require adjustments and relines as the gums and bone remodel. Both strategies aim to restore function and esthetics, but they follow different timing and follow-up protocols.

Choosing between immediate and conventional approaches depends on the patient's priorities for immediate appearance versus long-term fit and on clinical factors such as healing potential. In many cases, clinicians recommend an immediate prosthesis as a temporary solution followed by a definitive conventional denture once tissues are stable. Regular follow-up visits allow the dentist to monitor healing and make necessary refinements.

Rinse dentures after meals and brush them daily with a soft denture brush and a nonabrasive cleanser to remove food particles and biofilm. Avoid household toothpaste, which can be too abrasive, and never use hot water that might warp the base. Soak removable prostheses overnight in plain water or a manufacturer-recommended solution to keep them hydrated and clean.

Maintain oral hygiene for the gums, tongue, and any remaining teeth by brushing and rinsing the mouth each day before reinserting dentures. Bring your dentures to dental visits so your clinician can inspect the fit and the health of the oral tissues and perform professional cleans or adjustments as needed. Proper daily care extends the service life of a denture and helps prevent sore spots, odor, and tissue changes.

Most patients adjust to new dentures within a few weeks, but complete adaptation can take several months as muscles and soft tissues relearn new movement patterns. Early changes such as increased saliva, minor irritation, or altered speech are common and usually resolve with time and practice. Consistent follow-up and minor adjustments by your dentist help accelerate comfort and function.

Practical exercises can speed adaptation: reading aloud to refine speech, starting meals with soft foods cut into small pieces, and chewing on both sides to balance forces. Avoid sticky or extremely hard foods during the initial period and increase variety gradually as confidence returns. If persistent pain, looseness, or difficulty eating continues beyond the expected adjustment period, schedule an evaluation to identify any necessary corrections.

Because the jaw and gums change shape over time, dentures may require periodic relines to restore a close fit and even distribution of chewing forces. Signs that a relining or assessment is needed include persistent sore spots, increased movement, difficulty chewing, or gaps between the denture and the tissue. Relines can refresh the fit without replacing the entire prosthesis in many cases.

Complete replacement becomes appropriate if the denture shows significant wear, cracks, permanent staining, or if changes in the bite cannot be corrected with a reline. Routine dental exams let clinicians monitor wear patterns and tissue health and plan maintenance before problems worsen. Staying proactive with follow-up care preserves comfort and function over the life of the prosthesis.

Properly designed partial dentures are intended to protect remaining natural teeth by preventing unwanted drifting and by restoring balanced bite relationships. They use clasps, precision attachments, or framework designs that distribute forces and minimize stress on the abutment teeth. With careful design and regular maintenance, partial prostheses can support oral health rather than harm it.

Risks to remaining teeth increase when oral hygiene is poor or when a partial is ill-fitting, so nightly removal and thorough cleaning of both the denture and natural teeth are essential. Regular dental visits allow your provider to monitor the health of the abutment teeth and make adjustments to reduce harmful forces. If a natural tooth shows signs of decay or mobility, the treatment plan can be modified to protect overall function.

Dentures can temporarily affect speech and chewing patterns as the mouth adapts to the new prosthesis, especially during the first few weeks. Practicing with common troublesome sounds, speaking slowly at first, and using smaller bites helps rebuild confidence and muscle coordination. Many patients regain near-normal speech and broad dietary variety with time and proper adjustments.

Implant-supported dentures often improve speech and chewing stability compared with conventional removable prostheses because they limit movement during function. Even with implants, patients may need an adaptation period, and clinicians will adjust tooth position and occlusion to optimize comfort. Ongoing maintenance and timely corrections ensure that speech and eating remain effective long-term.

At Nova Dental we follow a patient-centered, evidence-based process for designing and fitting dentures that begins with a comprehensive medical and dental evaluation. Digital imaging, precise impressions, and staged try-ins allow our team to refine tooth position, occlusion, and esthetics so the final prosthesis meets both functional and appearance goals. Our clinicians coordinate with restorative and surgical specialists when implants or retained roots are part of the plan.

Delivery is followed by scheduled adjustments and routine checkups to monitor fit, oral tissue health, and prosthesis performance as the mouth changes over time. We emphasize education on daily care, safe handling, and what changes to report so patients can enjoy comfortable, durable results. If you have questions about whether a denture solution is right for you, your dental team can help you explore the options and next steps.