EXPLANATION OF SOME SERVICES

Immediate Dentures:  A denture (complete or partial) is considered to be an immediate denture any time extractions are performed.  This is considered to be a temporary denture to wear while your gum tissue and bone is remodeling for approximately 4-6 months; after which a reline or new denture may be needed.  Impressions are taken prior to any extractions and the teeth to be extracted are removed from the casts in the lab for the fabrication of the denture.  Therefore, there is some minor guesswork involved, all-be-it calculated.  It should be known that the more extractions involved (especially full mouth), the greater the estimations involved and future changes that occur. 

Try-in:  For the best fitting and best functional denture, a try-in should be considered.  This involves an extra step and, usually, an extra day and is included in the premium packages.  This involves trying in the denture into your mouth while the teeth are still in wax.  This way, any adjustments can be made before the denture is processes and complete.  This is done in the afternoon and the completed denture is then delivered first thing the following morning.  This should be highly considered if you are concern with cosmetics.

Cast Metal Partial:  A cast metal partial involves a metal framework (not visible) to allow for added strength and function.  This type of partial takes approximately one week and involves additional appointments and minor tooth preparations.  This type of partial utilizes your remaining teeth as anchors which will take the biting forces much more like your natural teeth.  This should be considered if you wish to have a more permanent, sturdy partial denture that is more functional for chewing.

Flexi/Valplast Partial:  This is made with a flexible material that is virtually unbreakable.  This type of partial has the esthetic type clasp (gum color) for a much more cosmetic appearance, and is super light in weight.  There is no metal involved. This denture must be processed elsewhere and takes approximately one week; no extra appointments needed.  This should be considered if you break partials often and wish for a super light weight partial with much less material in your mouth.

Denture Reline:  This is a process for a poorly fitting denture that you already have.  This is accomplished by adding new material to the denture to match your mouth as it exists today.  This is done after your gums and bone have changed after extractions (minimum 6-8 weeks) or normal changes of bone over years.  This should be considered if your existing denture is in good shape (teeth are not worn) other than the fit.

X-Rays:  Radiographs are taken on every patient with teeth.  This is done so that the doctor can see any abnormalities of teeth to be extracted, or any abnormalities or diseases in all patients.  This is a highly diagnostic tool and needed to provide the best care for you.  Persons without teeth are recommend a panorex every few years to evaluate any bone problems.

Extractions:  Three general prices are noted as follows.  Single, simple extractions for denture patients- this is routine simple extractions prior to dentures .  Walk-ins- this is simple extractions for people only desiring pulling teeth without getting a denture.  Complicated extraction fees are subject to the doctor’s discretion based on the difficulty of removing the teeth due to extensive cavities, bone impaction, prior root canal, or surgical approach required.  The doctor will explain this to you if it applies.  This may not be readily obvious prior to the surgery.  Any additional fee can be settled after the surgery.  Wisdom teeth cost $250 per tooth. 

 Premium Teeth:  This involves using stronger and more cosmetic denture teeth.  The premium teeth are a 3-ply acrylic (regular denture teeth are single ply) which allows for a much more life-like appearance.  This allows for the teeth to show the natural transition of layers, much the same as natural teeth, which affects the way light reflects to appear normal.  This should be highly considered if you are concerned with the appearance and life-like look of your dentures.  For the most natural look like your natural teeth, combine this with the wax try-in (see above).

Acrylic/Gum Shade:  This is the color of the denture material.  This is a way to more closely match your natural gum color of the denture material.  We offer multiple shades to match the pigment of your gums.