What are immediate dentures?

An immediate denture is a complete or partial denture that is fabricated before a tooth removal to provide a solution for the missing gaps in your teeth following an extraction. An Immediate denture is inserted immediately following the removal of natural teeth – on the same day!

When Can i take my immediate dentures out?

Do not remove your Immediate dentures for 24 hours after being inserted – even during sleeping hours. This allows the healing process to not be disturbed and for the underlying tissue to heal into the proper shape of your denture. After 1-2 weeks, you should take your Immediate dentures out when sleeping to allow your gums to rest.

How can i clean my mouth with immediate dentures?

When cleaning your mouth and your Immediate dentures, be sure to use a brush, soap, and water to scrub the denture. With your Immediate denture removed, rise your mouth with salt water or a prescribed mouth wash. Apply Oxyfresh dental gel on the inner lining of your Immediate denture before inserting back into your mouth.

Why would i need immediate dentures?

If getting a tooth or several teeth removed is on your agenda, you don’t want to walk around with gaps in your teeth following your tooth removal appointment. Immediate dentures are fabricated prior to your tooth extraction so that you can resume eating normally and smiling confidently as soon as possible.

Will immediate dentures affect my eating habits?

This experience varies from person to person. You can begin drinking liquids and soft food immediately following installation. Most people often progress slowly into a regular diet over the course of several weeks – this depends on your level of discomfort and tolerance.

Do immediate dentures look natural?

Most importantly, Immediate dentures ensure that you have a solution for your missing teeth right away. Immediate dentures are fabricated by using an impression of your mouth while your natural teeth at still intact. Immediate dentures are replicated as close as possible to your natural teeth based on their shape, size and colour.

How long after immediate dentures can i get a permanent reline?

The final step of the Immediate denture process is to have a permanent reline to make sure your dentures fit the new shape of your healed mouth. This is commonly done 7-9 months after your first Immediate denture appointment.

Should I Remove My Partial Dentures At Night?

You can wear your partial dentures at night, but it is preferred that they be removed overnight. Throughout the day, your gums are under constant pressure, and removing your dentures at night will allow your gums to relax.

Do Partial Dentures Affect Speech?

Your speech will most likely be affected to some degree, but it varies from person to person and can be limited depending on the style and model of denture chosen. It usually takes up to 2 weeks before you are fully acclimated and comfortable enough with them, at which point speaking becomes a lot easier and more natural.

Can I Eat Normally With Partial Dentures?

It takes some getting used to. Don’t worry if you experience some discomfort initially, it happens to everyone. Once you are acclimated to your partial dentures, you will be able to eat all of your favourite foods with peace of mind. However, you should avoid hard foods that could cause damage to your dentures. Take it in stride, and introduce new foods gradually, that’s our best advice!

How Will Partial Dentures Affect My Appearance?

Our goal is to ensure that you are happy with your smile and that we provide a solution that makes sense for you. Partial dentures that are properly fitted will provide support for your lips and will help give you a great, natural looking smile. Contact Belleville Denture Clinic today to learn more about your options for your teeth!

How Long Do Partial Dentures Last?

Even if you clean your partial dentures every day, take them out every night, and soak them overnight, it is recommended that you replace your partial dentures every 5-7 years. This is to ensure the best appearance and a proper fit, as your mouth and tissues change over the years.

Belleville Partial Dentures

Replace A Few Missing Teeth with Ease

Book an Appointment Today

What Is A Partial Denture?

Only need to replace a few missing teeth? Partial dentures are the answer! A removable partial denture replaces any missing teeth with support from your other remaining teeth. A partial denture also acts as a space maintainer and will help prevent your natural teeth from drifting into the empty spaces.

Depending on the teeth remaining in your oral cavity, partial dentures may be completely tooth supported, tissue/tooth supported or implant/tissue supported. Partial dentures can be constructed out of a metal and acrylic composition or completely out of acrylic. To learn about the different types of partial dentures, keep reading!

a man holding implant supported dentures

Denturists fabricating a set of dentures.

How Does A Partial Denture Work?

A partial denture is held in place by clasps that grab onto your natural tooth. The clasp can be tightened or loosened in order to suit your comfort level. Unfortunately, depending on the type of partial dentures you have, clasps can sometimes be visible when speaking or eating depending on your smile line. This is particularly common with cast metal partial dentures. That being said, upgrades can be made to make these clasps blend in with the colour of your natural teeth.

Design modifications called a ‘rest preps’ may also be necessary to a couple of your remaining teeth to provide space for the metal frame while chewing. A rest prep is done by your dentist and is a quick and simple procedure.

What You’ll Experience When You First Get Partial Dentures

• At first, your partial denture may feel uncomfortable, and it will take some time to get accustomed to them. It’s totally normal, you’ll get used to them in no time!

• Taking your dentures in and out will definitely take some practice.

• Your dentist should provide you with specific instructions regarding how long you should be wearing them, when to remove them, and how to keep your partial dentures clean.

• Eating should become an overall more pleasant experience with dentures. It might be hard at the start, and you will have to limit foods, but you will gradually get back to eating everything you love.

denturist showing a denture model to a patient during a denture consultation

Senior Woman With White Hair In Partial Denture Consultation

Benefits of Partial Dentures

Partial dentures are an extremely popular method for replacing teeth and restoring oral function. If you’re considering partial dentures as your oral solution, read on for some amazing benefits partial dentures provide and how they can improve your overall quality of living:

• Improved aesthetics.

• Restored ability for eating and drinking.

• Improved communication abilities.

• Non-invasive tooth replacement option.

• Stops remaining teeth from shifting out of place.

• Non-permanent and removable solution.

Types Of Partial Dentures

Cast Metal Partial Dentures

Cast metal partial dentures are known to be the stronger more popular type of denture for patients. A metal framework allows the dentures to be stronger and lighter without covering too much of the gums for the remaining teeth. Cast metal partial dentures are also generally less thick and bulky compared to acrylic partial dentures. Because of this, cast metal partial dentures are often easier to adapt to when it comes to eating, drinking, and speaking.

Overall, cast metal partial dentures are structurally stronger, last longer, are thinner, and are more popular compared to other acrylic partial dentures.

Acrylic Partial Dentures

Acrylic partial dentures (also known as “flipper” dentures) are made up of acrylic resin. Although they might wear down faster than cast metal partial dentures, they are still a favoured choice for many denture wearers.

Acrylic partial dentures are typically less expensive, more gentle on the gums, and easy to adjust. For these reasons, they are often recommended as transitional or temporary dentures and can be worn during the healing phase after teeth have been extracted for a period of 7-9 months. Once your mouth is healed, the acrylic denture is typically replaced by a cast metal partial denture to ensure proper fit and function.

What To Expect At Your Denture Appointment(s)

Stage One

Oral Exam
Treatment planning
First stage impressions
At your first denture appointment at the Belleville Denture Clinic, our Denturist will examine your mouth and let you know what your denture options are. We will also take the first set of required impressions, called ‘preliminary impressions’.

A financial deposit will be required at this first appointment.

Stage Two

Second Stage Impressions
Bite Record
Tooth Selection
If rest preps (link to past explanation of this term) are required, they will be done prior to this appointment. We will proceed with the second stage impressions. The difference in the first and second impressions is the technique and materials that are used. You will be asked to bite into a denture shaped wax rim to record how you chew. The colour, shape and size of your teeth will also be selected and discussed with you. The models of your mouth will be sent to a dental lab in order to fabricate the metal denture frame.

Stage Three

Denture Try-in
Our certified Denturist will create a denture prototype that will be placed in your mouth. This will allow you to see it and try it on before the design is finished. We will be carefully inspecting the denture and looking for any changes that need to be made in order to ensure that you get the best denture possible. If you are not pleased with the design, or would like some changes made, we are glad to make those for you. If changes are made, you will require an additional appointment. At the Belleville Denture Clinic, we will take the necessary extra time to ensure that your prototype is perfect before proceeding to the final denture.

Interested in Partial Dentures?

Our certified Denturist at the Belleville Denture Clinic is here to help you! Contact our team today for your complimentary denture consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

We answer some of the most common questions about dentures in Belleville & surrounding communities.

Should I Remove My Partial Dentures At Night?
Do Partial Dentures Affect Speech?

Your speech will most likely be affected to some degree, but it varies from person to person and can be limited depending on the style and model of denture chosen. It usually takes up to 2 weeks before you are fully acclimated and comfortable enough with them, at which point speaking becomes a lot easier and more natural.
Can I Eat Normally With Partial Dentures?

It takes some getting used to. Don’t worry if you experience some discomfort initially, it happens to everyone. Once you are acclimated to your partial dentures, you will be able to eat all of your favourite foods with peace of mind. However, you should avoid hard foods that could cause damage to your dentures. Take it in stride, and introduce new foods gradually, that’s our best advice!
How Will Partial Dentures Affect My Appearance?

Our goal is to ensure that you are happy with your smile and that we provide a solution that makes sense for you. Partial dentures that are properly fitted will provide support for your lips and will help give you a great, natural looking smile. Contact Belleville Denture Clinic today to learn more about your options for your teeth!
How Long Do Partial Dentures Last?

Even if you clean your partial dentures every day, take them out every night, and soak them overnight, it is recommended that you replace your partial dentures every 5-7 years. This is to ensure the best appearance and a proper fit, as your mouth and tissues change over the years.