Treatment guide
Dentures
Perhaps one tooth has been missing for some time, or perhaps most of an upper or lower arch is gone and eating and speaking have grown harder as a result. A denture is built to answer either situation: a partial denture fits around the natural teeth that remain, while a full denture replaces every tooth in the arch. Your dentist takes impressions or digital scans of your mouth across a series of visits, noting your bite and the shape of your gums, so the finished denture sits well and looks like a natural part of your smile. The denture supports eating and speaking once it is in place, though most people find both take a period of practice before they feel easy again.
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Why patients consider it
Concerns this treatment is designed to address.
Perhaps one tooth has been missing for some time, or perhaps most of an upper or lower arch is gone and eating and speaking have grown harder as a result. A denture is built to answer either situation: a partial denture fits around the natural teeth that remain, while a full denture replaces every tooth in the arch. Your dentist takes impressions or digital scans of your mouth across a series of visits, noting your bite and the shape of your gums, so the finished denture sits well and looks like a natural part of your smile. The denture supports eating and speaking once it is in place, though most people find both take a period of practice before they feel easy again.
- A complete smile again
Missing teeth, whether one or several, leave gaps that change how your smile looks and how confident you feel about it. A denture fills those gaps and restores the appearance of a full set of teeth. - Eating and speaking supported
Chewing and forming certain sounds both rely on a full set of teeth. A denture gives your mouth back the structure it needs to manage both, once you have had time to practise with it. - A fit made for your mouth
Your dentist takes impressions or digital scans of your own gums and remaining teeth, so the finished denture follows the shape of your mouth precisely.
What to expect
Every stage, explained clearly.
Impressions and scans
Your dentist takes impressions or digital scans of your gums, remaining teeth and bite over a series of visits. The exact number of visits depends on your case, and your dentist will confirm it for you.
Fitting and adjustment
When your denture is ready, your dentist fits it in your mouth and adjusts any part that presses, rubs or feels uneven, so it sits securely against your gums.
Settling in
Your dentist explains what the first weeks may feel like, since speaking and eating usually take a little practice, and checks the fit again once you have worn the denture for a while.
Before your appointment
Useful things to know.
How long does it take to get used to wearing a denture?
Most people need a few weeks of practice before speaking and eating feel comfortable. Your dentist will see you again during this time to check the fit and make any adjustment needed.
Will I be able to eat normally with a denture?
Eating becomes easier with practice, and most people return to a full range of foods over time. Your dentist can advise you on introducing foods gradually while you adjust.
How should I look after my denture?
Clean your denture daily and remove it overnight to soak, following your dentist's advice on the products to use. Keeping your gums and any remaining teeth clean matters as much as caring for the denture itself.
How many visits will I need, and what will it cost?
The number of visits depends on your case, and your dentist will confirm it with you. The fee is confirmed before treatment proceeds, so you know what to expect before you agree to anything.
Plan your visit
Begin with a clear conversation.
Message the practice about what you have noticed, and the team will arrange a suitable assessment.
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