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All dentures are
the same. It doesn't matter where I go to get them.
It does matter where you go if you want quality,
personalized service. When you visit a denture clinic,
your dentures are made on-site by a practitioner
licensed to specialize in dentures. Everything from your
impressions to the setup of your teeth to the finishing
process of your dentures is done right here at our
on-site laboratory, not sent out elsewhere. Denturists
know dentures! They study denturism and general health
for a full three years--more than any other oral health
care practitioner. We always accept new patients, a
referral isn't necessary to book an appointment and
consultations are free.
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I am telephoning to find out what you charge for
dentures. How much will they cost me?
Dentures are a custom-made, highly
individual product. Every case is different. We will
gladly give you information and answer questions you
might have in regards to your denture needs but speaking
over the phone and having not seen you, we know very
little about you and what your case may entail. Are your
gums high, average or flat? Have you worn dentures
before or are you having teeth extracted? What do you
expect from your denture in regards to appearance and
quality? Do you require complete or partial dentures? If
you require a partial, will it be metal or acrylic? How
many teeth and/or clasps? Do you have a heavy bite that
may lead to the denture breaking often or cause extreme
tooth wear? Do you require a soft liner? These are but a
few of the variables involved that can affect your
treatment options and the costs involved. While price is
one of the factors, it is not usually the most important
factor to take into account when considering new
dentures and where you decide to go to get them. Anyone
who gives you a price over the phone having never seen
you to evaluate your individual needs is doing you a
disservice. How can they know what you need and quote
the costs accordingly? We invite prospective patients to
book a free consultation to discuss their needs and
between the denturist and themselves decide which
treatment option is the best. An informed, involved
patient is always our best patient!
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I wear dentures now so I don't need to see a dental
practitioner regularly.
Even if your dentures feel fine and are
not giving you any problems, you should see your
denturist at least once a year for an examination
because your mouth is continually changing. Besides
giving your dentures a professional cleaning and
polishing and making sure that they are fitting and
functioning properly, your denturist will examine your
gums, tongue and jaw joints. Oral tissues can reveal
signs of diseases such as cancer. When you visit your
denturist regularly, any problems that may arise will
not go unchecked for any longer than necessary.
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This set
of dentures will last for the rest of my life.
Dentures do not last forever and in
fact should be replaced roughly every eight to twelve
years. Most people with dentures wear them significantly
longer than this, adversely affecting their enjoyment of
favourite foods, youthful appearance and overall health.
The conditions of your mouth change as you age--the
shape and size of your gums do not remain the same as
the day your dentures were made. Denture teeth can wear
over time causing difficulty in chewing food properly
and making it difficult and embarrassing to speak and
socialize. Excessive denture tooth wear may upset the
jaw mechanism, causing clicking, popping and pain in the
jaw joint. The acrylic base (pink material) deteriorates
over time also, becoming brittle, picking up stains and
harboring bacteria, leading to bad breath. Worn dentures
exaggerate wrinkles around the mouth and cheeks, causing
the wearer to look prematurely older. Replacing your
dentures at regular intervals will help you maintain
good overall health and an attractive appearance.
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I know that my
dentures are worn out but I just don't want to have to
go through all of the settling-in again.
There is always going to be an
adjustment period whenever you get anything new--that is
just a fact of life. The first time is always the
hardest. When you replace your dentures you will likely
have a shorter settling in period than you did when you
first got dentures because you have already worked out
the kinks of eating and speaking with dentures in your
mouth. Breakthroughs in denture technology have
introduced a superior product which greatly reduces
irritation to the gums allowing the patient a quicker
settling in period with fewer adjustments, if any
required. Telephone our office to book an appointment
for a consultation and ask for more information.
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I am on a fixed income. Regular denture care is too
expensive.
Your oral health is a vital part of
your overall well-being. Ask yourself, "What other
product would I use all day, every day for eight to
twelve years?" and "What is comfort, being able to eat
my favourite foods and a natural, healthy looking
appearance worth to me?" Fees for regular denture care
are very reasonable when you consider these questions.
If you have denture insurance, most policies will cover
fees towards new dentures every five years. If your
insurance plan covered fees for your dentures, they will
likely cover your yearly recall appointments, relining
and repairs if needed. Come in for a consultation and
discuss your situation with the denturist. Inform
yourself of the costs of regular denture care before
deciding that it is too expensive.
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Dentures look
like false teeth. Everyone can tell when you are wearing
them.
This is only true if your dentures look
unnatural or are not fitting properly. Did you know that
32 million North Americans wear full or partial
dentures, yet many of them are dissatisfied because of
poor fit and inferior esthetics? Not all dentures are
fabricated using the same materials or techniques.
Dentures can look very natural and recreate the
character of your smile. We ask patients to bring
pictures of themselves when they had natural teeth, if
possible, so that their natural smile can be replicated
with their dentures. Quality dentures give you
confidence, comfort and provide optimum function while
eating, speaking and laughing. A set of attractive,
quality dentures will make a postive impact on your
lifestyle.
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The only way my
dentures feel comfortable and tight is if I use an
adhesive powder or paste.
Dentures should not require an adhesive
powder or paste to fit comfortably and snugly. If you
find that you are having to use adhesive daily to keep
your denture in place you should book an appointment as
soon as possible with your denturist. You are likely in
need of an adjustment or a reline. On occasion you may
feel more secure with a small amount of powder or paste
in your denture however, prolonged use of adhesive is
not advisable. It is a temporary fix, not a real
solution to what is really wrong--your denture is not
fitting your gums properly.
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If I get an irritation I can use an oral analgesic
gel to clear it up.
From time to time, you may find that
you have an irritation or sore spot caused by your
denture. Take your denture out for an hour or so to give
your gums a rest. Rinse with warm salt water and put
your denture back in. If the irritation has not eased
within a couple of days with this routine, call your
denturist for an appointment. A simple adjustment will
relieve the area and you will be back to wearing your
denture with comfort. Do not use an oral analgesic gel
in an attempt to clear up an irritation or sore spot.
All that it will do is numb the pain, causing you to
continue wearing your denture, further irritating the
area. We have seen some really ugly sore spots that
could have been prevented if the patient had removed
their denture and come in for an adjustment rather than
using an analgesic gel to numb the pain.
Remember--ongoing pain is your body's way of telling you
that something is wrong.
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I can do my own
denture adjustments or repair my dentures with glue.
We do not advise that you attempt
this--ever! Even if you are a Mr. or Ms. Fix-It with
home or auto repairs, it is likely that you will not be
able to pinpoint the area that needs adjusting or get
your denture back together precisely. Glue and epoxies
contain chemicals that are dangerous to your health when
injested. Not having the correct tools to polish problem
areas smoothly will cause sore spots. You may even cause
irreparable damage, resulting in the need for a new
denture--an expense way beyond what it would have cost
to have your denture serviced by a professional.
Adjustments usually take but a few minutes and repairs
are done at your denturist office and are ready for
pick-up the same day.
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