FAQ

How to choose my dentures

This is a very individual choice and will vary from person to person. What base you choose, the type of teeth and the set up that you prefer will all alter the end result. If you are happily accustomed to wearing acrylic dentures, then stay with what you are happy with. Our high impact acrylic bases are comfortable, natural looking and can better withstand the occasional, gentle knock. No denture takes kindly to being dropped so do handle with care.

If you find you are losing too much in the food taste department or have a strong gag reflex, you may wish to choose a chrome base. Chromes tend to have a thinner base with less coverage of the palate.

You may want your dentures to look like your natural teeth used to. Our registered dental technicians can set up your dentures based on a photograph of you. Just bring a clear head shot in for them to work from.

What is the difference between NHS and private dentures?

Primarily it’s the quality of the materials and the time and expertise spent creating bespoke cosmetic dentures. For information about our private dentures take a look at Our Range page.

Can dentures be adjusted?

It takes about 4 weeks for the soft tissue in the mouth to adjust to wearing new dentures. After you get your dentures, it is normal to need one or more follow-up appointments to get adjustments. Please don’t attempt to adjust your dentures yourself. Never bend the clasps or framework yourself as this can weaken the structure.

Do my dentures need replacing?

Over time, dentures will need to be relined, or remade due to normal wear and natural age-related changes to the bones and soft tissues of your face and gums, or if the dentures become loose. To reline a denture, our clinical technician takes a new impression to reline the base. Generally, it is advised that you look to replace dentures that you’ve had for between 5 to 7 years.

How do I clean dentures?

Clean your dentures with a denture cleaner. Rinse your dentures, place in a container or glass and soak for no more than 4 minutes or as directed on the products instructions. Using only a soft brush (to avoid scratching the surface of your dentures) brush and rinse your dentures in clean water afterward. Leave to soak in clean water overnight.

Do not use boiling water as it may distort your dentures. Do not soak in cleaning solution overnight.

Don’t forget to clean any remaining teeth with a soft brush and massage your gums each night as well.

If you have any other queries, Andrew our clinical dental technician is always happy to share information and advice. Please telephone to arrange an appointment.

_{*Please be aware that you may need a referral from a dentist for new dentures}

Denture Repairs

We expect our dentures to wear well but this does not exclude damage from dropping them. With over 25 years experience our technicians have seen it all and can generally tell from the damage the cause. If your dentures have broken we will do our best to fix the issue and keep your smile looking great. We can offer a same day service so that we can repair your dentures quickly, with minimal inconvenience for you. All our denture repairs are long-lasting and use the best materials, at competitive pricing.

A word of warning – shop bought glues may contain harmful chemicals. “Do-it-yourself” repair kits and over-the-counter glues can damage, warp or melt your dentures making it impossible to repair them.

We can also do relines which involve a visit to the clinic to see our clinical dental technician Andrew.

Phone for expert advice and an appointment to assist in fast, friendly service when visiting the clinic.