Full dentures
Replace all teeth in an upper or lower jaw. They rest on the gums and are removed for cleaning.
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Compare your options
Which type of denture may suit you?
Partial dentures
Replace some missing teeth while working around the teeth you still have. Materials and clasps are chosen to suit your mouth and support needs.
Immediate dentures
Prepared before teeth are removed and fitted on the day of extraction when suitable. As the gums heal, adjustments, relining or replacement may be needed.
Implant-retained dentures
Implants can help hold a removable denture in place. This involves surgery and assessment of bone and oral health; it differs from a fixed full-arch restoration.
Your dentist will explain the benefits and limitations of materials such as acrylic or a metal framework, rather than choosing by appearance alone.
Planning the fit
Tell us what is difficult with your current teeth or denture
Bring your current denture, if you have one, and describe any movement, sore spots, chewing difficulties or changes in speech. Your dentist checks your gums, remaining teeth and bite before recommending a plan.
Ask about the feel and bulk of the proposed denture, how it stays in place, and what changes may be needed after fitting. Removable dentures have limitations and can move, particularly in the lower jaw.
If stability is a concern, compare dental implants and fixed full-arch options. For more complex needs, treatment may be planned in stages.
Making your denture
Several appointments help refine the fit
Assessment and records
Your dentist reviews your mouth and goals, then takes the impressions or other records needed for the chosen denture. If teeth need removal, discuss timing and what you will wear while healing.
Try-in, fitting and review
Where appropriate, a trial stage checks appearance and bite before the denture is finished. At fitting, you receive advice on insertion, removal and care. Follow-up appointments allow adjustments as your mouth adapts.
Fees and practical planning
Check what is included in your estimate
The price depends on the denture type and materials, teeth being replaced, any extractions and whether implants are involved. Ask for a written estimate before proceeding.
- Which appointments and initial adjustments are included?
- Could healing mean a later reline or replacement?
- What ongoing repair and maintenance costs should I allow for?
Discuss payment options and conditions with the clinic. DVA coverage depends on eligibility and any required approvals.
Living with dentures
Adjustment and daily care
Getting used to the fit
Eating and speaking may feel different initially. Start with softer foods and smaller pieces. Arrange a review for persistent rubbing, pain or looseness; do not try to reshape or repair a denture yourself.
Cleaning and overnight care
Remove and brush dentures twice daily with a denture brush and suitable cleaner; ordinary toothpaste can scratch them. Clean remaining teeth and your mouth too. Usually remove dentures for sleep; follow specific instructions after an extraction or immediate fitting.
Reviews and maintenance
Keep attending dental reviews even if you have no natural teeth. Your mouth changes over time, so dentures may need adjustment, relining or replacement. Ask which cleaning and storage method suits your denture material.
Risks and alternatives
Poor fit can cause sore areas and difficulty eating. Plaque around a partial denture can affect remaining teeth and gums. Implant-assisted options add surgical risks. Your dentist should explain individual risks and alternatives, including bridges where suitable.
Your next step
Discuss denture options in Annerley
Dentists In Annerley is at 470 Ipswich Road, Annerley QLD 4103. View directions and opening hours.