Full Dentures
NW Calgary

Dentures, also known as false teeth, are prosthetic teeth that replace missing natural teeth. They also provide support for your lips and cheeks. Dentures are worn by those who have lost their natural teeth due to injury or illness and are ideal for patients who are not candidates for dental implants or for those who prefer to try another option for teeth replacement. While the term “false teeth” concerns a lot of people, our dentists and denturist (who constructs the denture appliance) take every step to ensure that your dentures look as natural as possible. Innovations in replacement tooth design have come a long way in making the false teeth look incredibly natural.

When it comes time to fit your full denture, it will all depend on the type of dentures you have chosen and your specific needs.  The following is a basic outline of the denture creation process and generally, you can expect that the creation and fitting of your dentures to take place over several office visits.

When it comes time to fit your full denture, the process will depend on the type of dentures you have chosen and your specific needs. The following is a basic outline of the denture creation process. You can generally expect the creation and fitting of your dentures to take place over several office visits.

1. Impressions – We will take a series of impressions of your jaw as well as measurements of how your jaws relate to one another and the space between them.
2. Models – We will create a waxed-up model denture in the exact shape and position of your new proposed dentures. This will allow you to try the models and make sure they fit correctly. The model dentures will also show you the color and shape of your replacement teeth to ensure your satisfaction with the appearance of your new smile.
3. Casting – Once the fit, shape, and color of the dentures have been confirmed, the final dentures will be crafted.
4. Adjusting – Once the full denture has been created, we will make sure it fits properly and continue to make any necessary adjustments. It is important to remember that adjustments may be needed from time to time as your mouth adjusts to the new denture. If your mouth gets sore, do not wait for it to get worse; it is recommended to contact us immediately so we can check how your mouth is adjusting to the new denture. We are happy to help you and strongly encourage you to come see us for a denture adjustment as soon as you can.