Did you know that about one quarter of adults over 65 are missing all their teeth? Dentures are a common and reliable solution for missing teeth. They look natural enough that you may have spoken to someone with dentures without even knowing it. Do you think you might be a good candidate for dentures?

To be a good candidate, you should:

• Want to replace several or all of your teeth
• Not use tobacco products
• Have a healthy jawbone (we can help with this)
• Not have dry mouth
• Be ready to care for your dentures properly at home
• Continue routine dental visits just like with natural teeth

   

How Do I Take Care of My Dentures?

Routine cleanings and checkups are important, even for those with perfect dentures. During your visits, we examine how your dentures fit and check the health of your gums, tongue, jaw, and mouth. We care about your whole oral health, not just your teeth.

For home care:

• Remove dentures overnight to let your mouth rest
• Soak dentures in warm water, with or without a denture cleanser
• Do not soak dentures with metal clasps in anything but warm water
• Keep dentures in water when not wearing them to prevent drying and warping
• Avoid soaking dentures in hot water
• Clean and gently massage your gums when dentures are removed
• If a toothbrush hurts your gums, try warming it or use a finger with a damp cloth
• Brush natural teeth normally if you have partial dentures

You can expect to pay roughly $1,900 to over $4,000 for full or partial dentures. Costs vary widely based on your needs. Full dentures generally cost from $1,800 to $3,500 and up. Implant supported dentures average about $4,800 to $38,000.

Factors influencing cost include:

• Type of denture needed
• Any dental extractions or preparations
• X-Rays that might be required
• Use of supportive implants

Each case is unique, so a visit to your Whitby Dentist is necessary for a full evaluation and accurate quote.