Our services include complete permanent dentures, partial dentures, immediate dentures and denture repair. Learn more about dentures and our services below.
Permanent dentures replace natural teeth lost due to injury or poor oral conditions. It restores a person’s aesthetics, chewing and speaking functions. It also maintains the health of oral tissues and other remaining teeth.
These can be made from Acrylic, Metal, or Flexible material. They can also be combined together for a strong invisible denture. We can also add additional teeth over time if required. The main benefits to a partial denture are improved speech, better chewing…..
Immediate dentures are dentures that are put in ‘immediately’ after having a tooth extraction. This could be to replace any number of teeth. It may be that the prognosis is very poor for all your remaining teeth which commonly happens with severe gum disease.
HOW LONG DO DENTURES LAST?
Most dentures will last 5 – 10 years. Well planned and executed dentures would tend to be towards the upper end of this range. Some people have been wearing the same set for well beyond that, but generally an examination would reveal some problems that either required correcting, or a new set being made. Over the years, your gums will change and repairs and maintenance to your denture are likely to be needed to help extend its life. This may be in the form of adding a tooth if you require adental extraction, repairing a broken base, chipped tooth or a reline to ensure the denture is sitting down properly. Many factors influence the success of your dentures (as you will find out in this series). How well you look after your dentures and your remaining teeth will certainly play an important part.
DENTURE CARE
Most dentures are made of acrylic/plastic and they need extra care when cleaning.
It is not recommended:
- To use hot-boiling water, only lukewarm water
- To use anything that will scratch, ie wire brushes.
- To use soppy hands while holding them
- To use hard toothbrushes or harsh chemicals
- To try cleaning them while in the shower
DENTURE TIPS
Permanent dentures do not last a life time!
You should have your dentures checked yearly especially when your dentures click, whistle, slip and your dentures cause you to have on-going pain, sore spots and chewing problems. Though your new dentures are made to fit firmly in your jaw, generally, people lose 1/3mm of bone height per year. Thus, dentists recommend you to refit your dentures or to make a new set of dentures every 5 to 7 years. Do not try to adjust or repair your dentures on your own as you might cause more damage to it.
Permanent dentures are not meant to be in your mouth 24-7.
You need to remove your dentures daily (at least 6 hours) to allow your oral tissues to rest and for saliva to cleanse your oral cavity unlike dental implants. Before soaking your dentures in water (avoid using hot water), clean your dentures with a soft bristled brush to avoid scratching your dentures and use a cleaning paste. Do it over a folded towel or a basin full of water to avoid breakage of dentures if you accidentally drop them. After gently scrubbing all surfaces of your dentures, rinse it thoroughly. Soaking your dentures prevents it from drying out. Remember to change the water daily and to clean the container.
DENTURE COSTS
Read our article about denture costs to find out more information about the expected prices to pay within Australia.
Some people might be eligible for subsided dental care under various Victorian or Commonwealth dental programs. View our affordability page for more information.