Denture Repairs in Calgary
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Same-Day Denture Repairs
A chipped, cracked, or broken denture can bring your life to a halt: a broken denture can stop you from eating, speaking, and even smiling the way you normally do. We know that in addition to functional problems, a broken denture can impact your confidence and self-esteem. That's why we're well-equipped to provide same-day emergency denture repairs to get you smiling again as soon as possible. We also offer meticulous service and a fast turnaround on other denture adjustments, including denture relines and rebasing. Our goal is always to get your replacement teeth restored to perfect working order without interrupting your life.
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Denture Repairs in Calgary
One of the most serious complications with dentures is a prosthesis fracture (a broken denture.) It tends to occur more with the top denture but can happen to the bottom denture as well.
Common Reasons For A Denture Fracture/Break
- Wear and tear: Following many years of use, your denture will have undergone many stress cycles of chewing and daily wear. In addition, the temperature found in hot and cold foods/drinks, as well as certain types of acidic foods, can wear down a denture.
- Progressive bone loss: As you experience bone loss, your jaw will shrink and your denture will become loose. This results in a lack of stability that can break your replacement teeth.
- Accidental breakages: Accidental breakage of your dentures could result from everyday activities such as removing and cleaning your replacement teeth.
Denture Repairs, Relines & Rebases
If your dentures are worn out, ill-fitting or fractured, a visit to your local denturist can help determine whether they can be repaired or need to be replaced.
In most cases, a relining or rebasing can extend the life of your existing dentures and save you the cost of buying new ones.
Denture Relining
A denture reline is the process of refitting your existing replacement teeth. This consists of adding new base material to the tissue side of a denture so it fits properly once again.
Denture relines are often required when tissue changes are due to:
- weight loss
- bone loss
- disease or illness
- further tooth loss
- aging
Denture Rebase
A denture rebase is recommended when the denture teeth are not yet worn out by the acrylic base material needs replacement.
A new base will provide better stability without the added costs and time involved with replacing denture teeth.
A denture rebase is often recommended when you have a:
- broken denture
- weakened or old pink acrylic base
Bite Adjustments
If you are experiencing pain and sore spots with your dentures, it may be an improper bite that is causing pressure in a certain area of the jaw. In such cases, a simple adjustment by your denturist can correct this.
** NEVER attempt to adjust or repair your dentures at home. Doing so could result in further damage to your replacement teeth.**
Importance of Regular Denture Relines & Rebases
In order for your dentures to work properly, it is crucial that they fit correctly. Ill-fitting dentures can significantly reduce a patient’s quality of life and lead to:
- gum and mouth irritation
- difficulty eating, resulting in malnutrition
- speech problems
- headaches and mouth infections
Denture relines are vital for maintaining your oral health and preventing further tissue loss, which is why it’s recommended that you get one every 1-2 years.
Denture Replacements
Damaged or poorly-fitting dentures will compromise your appearance and comfort, which is why it’s always important to seek professional help if you are unsatisfied with your replacement teeth.
Signs that your dentures need replacing include:
- they are over 5 years old
- sunken lips
- you can’t eat the food you want or used to be able to enjoy
- your replacement teeth have fractured down the centre line
- loose, shifting dentures
However, every patient’s situation is different and your denturist is the most qualified person to tell you whether your dentures need replacing.
Maintaining The Quality Of Your Dentures
Just like natural teeth that must be brushed regularly to stay healthy, your dentures must be cleaned carefully everyday.
To ensure the long-life of your replacement teeth, you must remember to:
- remove and rinse your dentures after eating
- handle your replacement teeth carefully
- remove and soak your dentures overnight
- brush your dentures daily
- schedule regular visits to your denturist
Call Today
To find out more about the costs and benefits of our denture repair, reline and rebasing services, contact our Calgary denture clinic at 403-475-0016 or fill in our online contact form.
