Are Dentures the Right Choice for You?
About this guide
This guide is designed to help patients understand common questions about dentures in plain language. It is intended as general patient education and should be read alongside advice from the dental professional responsible for your care.
Overview
Dentures are one option for replacing missing teeth. Whether they are appropriate depends on oral health, the number and location of missing teeth, supporting tissues, function, appearance, preferences, lifestyle and other clinical factors.
What to know
Alternatives may include leaving selected spaces untreated, bridges, dental implants or implant-retained dentures. Each option has different benefits, limitations, costs, risks and maintenance requirements.
What your dental professional may consider
A consultation should focus on your individual goals and clinical circumstances. A dentist can explain realistic outcomes rather than relying on general claims about what a treatment will achieve.
Practical points
Useful questions include: What are my options? What are the risks? What maintenance will I need? What happens if the denture becomes loose? How long might it last? What are the alternatives?
When to seek professional advice
Contact a qualified dental professional if you have persistent pain, repeated sore areas, a denture that is consistently loose or unstable, a broken appliance, unexplained changes in your mouth, or concerns about eating or speaking. Do not attempt irreversible repairs or adjustments at home.
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Questions you can ask your dentist
What is the likely cause of my denture problem or concern?
What treatment options are appropriate for my individual circumstances?
What are the benefits, limitations and risks of each option?
What will the treatment and follow-up involve?
What should I do if the denture becomes painful, loose or damaged?
What cleaning and maintenance routine do you recommend for my particular denture?
Final reminder