What are Dentures?

When you lose your teeth, you might become less confident about your smile, and eating and speaking may become difficult. Dentures are custom-made moldings for a person to wear to restore their appearance and any functions that were impaired with a lack of teeth. There are two types of dentures: full and partial. Full dentures are made for people with all their teeth missing and partials are used when only some teeth are missing.

Complete Dentures

There are several reasons one might choose to get complete dentures including that all teeth are missing, they improve speech function, they support the facial structure, they help prevent problems related to TMJ, and more. They are removable and are created to be the perfect fit with your gums and mouth. Dousman creates full dentures that are made of plastic and colored to replicate gum tissue. You can choose between a set of plastic or porcelain teeth to go with them.

Partial Dentures

When several of your natural teeth are still in your upper or lower jaw, partial removable dentures might be the way to go. They're the best option for when you need to replace missing teeth, improve the ability to chew, improve speech, or need a confidence boost. More teeth can be added to the partial denture if loss of a natural tooth occurs. These types of dentures can be easier to repair than a full set.

Dentures vs Implants

Tooth loss is common for elders but also for younger individuals as well, and it's nothing to be ashamed about. Dousman has several options when it comes to replacing your missing teeth. Dentures are removable tooth replacements while implants are permanent. Several factors can affect which option you choose to go with including cost, comfort, and look. Always talk to your dentist first when trying to decide whether dentures or implants are right for your missing teeth.

Dentures	Dental Implants
Less costly, making them more affordable for most patients	Easy to care for like natural teeth
Starting with dentures allows more time to heal before considering implants	Feel and function like natural teeth
Can move around and cause discomfort	Don't affect speech
Creating dentures is non-invasive	Long-lasting
Easy to modify to accommodate future tooth loss	They can be expensive
Not as natural looking	Require surgery to install
Regular removal required for cleaning	Lengthy healing process
More frequent replacement - 3 to 6 years	Temporary side effects: headaches, nausea, mood swings

Cost of Dentures in Waukesha County

There are many factors that have to be taken into account when looking at the cost of dentures. Depending on the severity, some might need temporary dentures or immediate dentures. On average, the cost of dentures will range from $1,600 to $4,000. Other factors included location of the dentist, complexity of denture, additional procedures, and materials used. The higher the quality and more complex they are for functionality, the more expensive they will be.

Cost of Partial Dentures

Partial dentures are a removable mouthpiece that consists of replacement teeth attached to a pink-colored gum to cover missing teeth. Partial dentures are commonly used when one or more natural teeth remain in the lower or upper jaw. On average, the cost of partial dentures ranges from $650 and $1,975. Cost can vary depending on the number of teeth you need replaced and the material used to make them.

The cost of acrylic partial dentures ranges from $650 and $1,110.
The cost of cast metal partial dentures ranges from $935 and $1,975.
The cost of flexible partial dentures ranges from $1,075 and $1,975.

Call today to schedule an appointment with a dentist to determine whether dentures, veneers, or crowns are the best option for you.

At our office in Dousman, WI, we welcome patients from Delafield, Dousman, Mukwonago, Hartland, and beyond. For patients of all ages — from children to seniors — we provide a friendly, relaxing environment as we care for your oral health.