What Will Determine the Cost of My Dentures?

Dentures have allowed countless patients to replace their teeth with gorgeous and functional restorations that allow them to smile proudly and chew confidently. While consulting with your dentist is the only way to receive a proper cost estimate for your appliance, understanding how these devices are priced can help you get an idea of what to expect. Here’s a brief overview of a few of the most significant determinants of how much dentures cost.

The Size of the Appliance

Dentures that replace more teeth require more time, labor, and material to craft, and this makes them more expensive. Based on your needs, your dentist may recommend an appliance such as:

• A partial denture: These devices can replace a few or many missing teeth throughout the mouth, and they make incorporate metal clips that allow them to attach to your remaining natural pearly whites. Smaller partials are usually less expensive than larger ones.
• A full denture: This appliance is designed to replace an entire arch of lost teeth, and it will usually hold itself in place within the mouth through the power of natural suction. These devices are typically more expensive than partial dentures.

Preliminary Treatments

Dentures can be an excellent way for virtually everyone with missing teeth to restore their smile, but the patient will need to be free from oral infections before the treatment can begin. If you aren’t ready for dentures yet, your dentist will be happy to address any tooth decay or gum disease with extractions or restorative work such as periodontal therapy or dental fillings so you can receive your appliance later. The cost of these treatments will be noted on your bill, but they may receive at least partial insurance coverage since they provide oral health benefits.

Dental Implants

Traditional dentures can be great for many patients, but they come with certain limitations that can be quite frustrating. Securing your appliance to dental implants will allow them to remain fixed in the mouth and behave exactly like real teeth, which means you won’t have to worry about them sliding about on the gum tissue and causing irritation or enamel damage. You’ll be able to clean them with the same oral hygiene regimen you would use for real teeth, and implant dentures can also restore more of your original chewing power.

While implant dentures may seem more expensive than traditional appliances at first, they can also last much longer and make it easier to prevent oral health issues. This can allow the patient to save thousands of dollars in restorative work and replacement appliances over a few decades.

Don’t let tooth loss make smiling difficult. Consulting with your dentist can help you find the best way to restore your grin.

About the Practice

McComb Family Dental offers the finest oral healthcare in the area. Led by Drs. Nancy Dysinger, Kimberli Crates Best, Emily Crates Heintzelman, and Tony Rader, the staff ensures that each patient receives effective care in a warm and welcoming environment. Areas of expertise include general, restorative, cosmetic, and emergency dentistry as well as dentures. To schedule your denture consultation, contact the office on the web or dial (419) 293-2335.