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All dentures are the same. It doesn't matter where I go to get them.
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It does matter where you go if you want quality, personalized service.
When you visit a denture clinic, your dentures are made on-site by a
practitioner licensed to specialize in dentures. Everything from your
impressions to the setup of your teeth to the finishing process of
your dentures is done right here at our on-site laboratory, not sent
out elsewhere. Denturists know dentures! They study denturism and
general health for a full three years--more than any other oral health
care practitioner. We always accept new patients, a referral isn't
necessary to book an appointment and consultations are free.
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I am telephoning to find out what you charge for dentures. How much
will they cost me?
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Dentures are a custom-made, highly individual product. Every case is
different. We will gladly give you information and answer questions
you might have in regards to your denture needs but speaking over the
phone and having not seen you, we know very little about you and what
your case may entail. Are your gums high, average or flat? Have you
worn dentures before or are you having teeth extracted? What do you
expect from your denture in regards to appearance and quality? Do you
require complete or partial dentures? If you require a partial, will
it be metal or acrylic? How many teeth and/or clasps? Do you have a
heavy bite that may lead to the denture breaking often or cause
extreme tooth wear? Do you require a soft liner? These are but a few
of the variables involved that can affect your treatment options and
the costs involved. While price is one of the factors, it is not
usually the most important factor to take into account when
considering new dentures and where you decide to go to get them.
Anyone who gives you a price over the phone having never seen you to
evaluate your individual needs is doing you a disservice. How can they
know what you need and quote the costs accordingly? We invite
prospective patients to book a free consultation to discuss their
needs and between the denturist and themselves decide which treatment
option is the best. An informed, involved patient is always our best
patient!
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I wear dentures now so I don't need to see a dental practitioner
regularly.
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Even if your dentures feel fine and are not giving you any problems,
you should see your denturist at least once a year for an examination
because your mouth is continually changing. Besides giving your
dentures a professional cleaning and polishing and making sure that
they are fitting and functioning properly, your denturist will examine
your gums, tongue and jaw joints. Oral tissues can reveal signs of
diseases such as cancer. When you visit your denturist regularly, any
problems that may arise will not go unchecked for any longer than
necessary.
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This set of dentures will last for the rest of my life.
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Dentures do not last forever and in fact should be replaced roughly
every eight to twelve years. Most people with dentures wear them
significantly longer than this, adversely affecting their enjoyment of
favourite foods, youthful appearance and overall health. The
conditions of your mouth change as you age--the shape and size of your
gums do not remain the same as the day your dentures were made.
Denture teeth can wear over time causing difficulty in chewing food
properly and making it difficult and embarrassing to speak and
socialize. Excessive denture tooth wear may upset the jaw mechanism,
causing clicking, popping and pain in the jaw joint. The acrylic base
(pink material) deteriorates over time also, becoming brittle, picking
up stains and harboring bacteria, leading to bad breath. Worn dentures
exaggerate wrinkles around the mouth and cheeks, causing the wearer to
look prematurely older. Replacing your dentures at regular intervals
will help you maintain good overall health and an attractive
appearance.
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I know that my dentures are worn out but I just don't want to have to
go through all of the settling-in again.
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There is always going to be an adjustment period whenever you get
anything new--that is just a fact of life. The first time is always
the hardest. When you replace your dentures you will likely have a
shorter settling in period than you did when you first got dentures
because you have already worked out the kinks of eating and speaking
with dentures in your mouth. Breakthroughs in denture technology have
introduced a superior product which greatly reduces irritation to the
gums allowing the patient a quicker settling in period with fewer
adjustments, if any required. Telephone our office to book an
appointment for a consultation and ask for more information about BPS®
brand dentures. Upon request, we will provide you with patient
references on how BPS® dentures have changed their lives and can do the
same for you.
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I am on a fixed income. Regular denture care is too expensive.
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Your oral health is a vital part of your overall well-being. Ask
yourself, "What other product would I use all day, every day for eight
to twelve years?" and "What is comfort, being able to eat my favourite
foods and a natural, healthy looking appearance worth to me?" Fees for
regular denture care are very reasonable when you consider these
questions. If you have denture insurance, most policies will cover
fees towards new dentures every five years. If your insurance plan
covered fees for your dentures, they will likely cover your yearly
recall appointments, relining and repairs if needed. Come in for a
consultation and discuss your situation with the denturist. Inform
yourself of the costs of regular denture care before deciding that it
is too expensive.
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Dentures look like false teeth. Everyone can tell when you are wearing
them.
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This is only true if your dentures look unnatural or are not fitting
properly. Did you know that 32 million North Americans wear full or
partial dentures, yet many of them are dissatisfied because of poor
fit and inferior esthetics? Not all dentures are fabricated using the
same materials or techniques. Dentures can look very natural and
recreate the character of your smile. We ask patients to bring
pictures of themselves when they had natural teeth, if possible, so
that their natural smile can be replicated with their dentures.
Quality dentures give you confidence, comfort and provide optimum
function while eating, speaking and laughing. A set of attractive,
quality dentures will make a postive impact on your lifestyle.
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The only way my dentures feel comfortable and tight is if I use an
adhesive powder or paste.
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Dentures should not require an adhesive powder or paste to fit
comfortably and snugly. If you find that you are having to use
adhesive daily to keep your denture in place you should book an
appointment as soon as possible with your denturist. You are likely in
need of an adjustment or a reline. On occasion you may feel more
secure with a small amount of powder or paste in your denture however,
prolonged use of adhesive is not advisable. It is a temporary fix, not
a real solution to what is really wrong--your denture is not fitting
your gums properly.
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If I get an irritation I can use an oral analgesic gel to clear it up.
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From time to time, you may find that you have an irritation or sore
spot caused by your denture. Take your denture out for an hour or so
to give your gums a rest. Rinse with warm salt water and put your
denture back in. If the irritation has not eased within a couple of
days with this routine, call your denturist for an appointment. A
simple adjustment will relieve the area and you will be back to
wearing your denture with comfort. Do not use an oral analgesic gel in
an attempt to clear up an irritation or sore spot. All that it will do
is numb the pain, causing you to continue wearing your denture,
further irritating the area. We have seen some really ugly sore spots
that could have been prevented if the patient had removed their
denture and come in for an adjustment rather than using an analgesic
gel to numb the pain. Remember--ongoing pain is your body's way of
telling you that something is wrong.
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I can do my own denture adjustments or repair my dentures with glue.
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We do not advise that you attempt this--ever! Even if you are a Mr. or
Ms. Fix-It with home or auto repairs, it is likely that you will not
be able to pinpoint the area that needs adjusting or get your denture
back together precisely. Glue and epoxies contain chemicals that are
dangerous to your health when injested. Not having the correct tools
to polish problem areas smoothly will cause sore spots. You may even
cause irreparable damage, resulting in the need for a new denture--an
expense way beyond what it would have cost to have your denture
serviced by a professional. Adjustments usually take but a few minutes
and repairs are done at your denturist office and are ready for
pick-up the same day.
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