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Dentures
Dentures are a proven way to replace missing teeth and restore your ability to chew, speak, and smile with confidence. At Shawnee Dental, we offer custom full and partial dentures designed to look natural, fit comfortably, and support your daily life. Whether you’re missing several teeth or an entire arch, dentures can provide an affordable, functional solution tailored to your needs.
Benefits: Comfortable Tooth Replacement You Can Rely On
Restore chewing and nutrition: Missing teeth can make it difficult to eat a balanced diet. Dentures help you chew more effectively so you can enjoy a wider range of foods again. With proper fit and guidance, many patients feel more comfortable at meals.
Improve speech and confidence: Tooth loss can affect how you pronounce certain words and sounds. Dentures restore structure and spacing, which often improves clarity when you speak. Many patients feel more confident in social settings once their smile is restored.
Support facial shape and appearance: When teeth are missing, the lips and cheeks can lose support over time. Dentures help maintain facial structure and reduce the “sunken” look that can occur with tooth loss. The result is a more natural, youthful facial profile.
Custom options to match your needs and budget: Dentures can be made as full dentures, partial dentures, or implant-supported dentures depending on your situation. We help you choose the option that best matches your oral health and goals. This flexibility makes dentures a practical choice for many patients in Calgary.
A non-surgical solution for tooth replacement: For patients who aren’t candidates for implants or prefer a simpler approach, dentures can restore function without surgery. They can also be a transitional option while planning other treatments. This makes it easier to move forward with tooth replacement at your pace.
Process: What to Expect When Getting Dentures at Shawnee Dental
Consultation and denture planning: We begin with an exam and a conversation about your goals, lifestyle, and comfort concerns. We’ll evaluate your gums, jaw, and any remaining teeth to determine the best denture type. You’ll receive a clear plan for timing, fit, and expected costs.
Impressions, measurements, and bite records: We take impressions or CBCT scans to capture the shape of your mouth accurately. We also measure how your jaws come together to help create a stable, comfortable bite. This step is key for natural-looking dentures that feel secure.
Tooth selection and smile design: We help you choose tooth shape and shade that complement your facial features and preferences. The goal is a smile that looks natural—not overly uniform or artificial. We also consider lip support and overall facial balance when designing your dentures.
Try-in appointment for fit and appearance: In many cases, you’ll have a try-in where you can preview how the dentures look and feel before they’re finalized. We check comfort, bite alignment, and speech, then make adjustments as needed. This step helps ensure a better final result.
Denture delivery and comfort adjustments: Once your dentures are ready, we place them and review how to insert, remove, and care for them properly. We’ll check pressure points and bite balance and make small adjustments for comfort. It’s normal to need minor refinements as your mouth adapts.
Aftercare, follow-ups, and long-term maintenance: We schedule follow-ups to ensure your dentures continue fitting comfortably as your gums and bite settle. We’ll also review cleaning, storage, and how to reduce sore spots. Regular check-ups help keep your mouth healthy and your dentures functioning well.
