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Dentures · Vernon, BC
Dentures in Vernon, fitted and explained.
Complete and partial dentures, made to fit your mouth over a few visits, and relined when they loosen. Every step and fee is on the plan before you start.
Dentures at Tandem Dental Studio
A denture is a removable replacement for missing teeth. At Tandem Dental Studio we make complete dentures, which replace all the teeth in the upper or lower jaw, and partial dentures, which fill the gaps where some teeth are missing and attach to the teeth you still have. We also reline dentures that have loosened over time.
Dentures are often one option among several. Depending on your mouth, a bridge or a dental implant may also be worth considering, and implants can be used to hold a denture in place. We lay out every option side by side, with what each involves and what each costs, so you can choose with all of it in front of you.
How a denture is made
Making a denture takes a few visits, because it has to be built around the exact shape of your mouth. A typical sequence looks like this:
- Exam and planning. We check your gums, any remaining teeth and the bone underneath, take x-rays where needed, and write up a plan with every step and fee.
- Preparation, if needed. Sometimes a tooth has to be treated or removed before a denture can be made.
- Impressions. Detailed impressions of your mouth are taken so the denture can be made to fit.
- Fitting. The finished denture is fitted and checked for fit and bite, and adjusted where needed.
- Follow-up. New dentures often need small adjustments in the first weeks as you get used to them.
Not every case needs every step, and the number of visits varies. Your plan shows what applies to you.
Living with a denture
A new denture takes some getting used to, for eating and for speaking, and that is normal. Over the years the gums and bone under a denture slowly change shape, which can make it loose or sore. When that happens, a reline can refit the denture to your mouth as it is now. Regular checkups let us keep an eye on the fit and on the health of your gums and any remaining teeth.
Fees and insurance
Denture fees vary with what each case needs, so they're quoted in writing after an exam, never over the phone or from a website. Exam and x-ray fees are published on our fees page. Where your plan allows it, we bill your insurance directly; denture coverage varies between plans, so bring your card and we'll go through it together before treatment. To book an exam, call (250) 545-2169.
Straight Answers
The things you'd actually like to ask.
How much do dentures cost in Vernon?
It depends on the type of denture, how many teeth it replaces and what needs doing first. Denture fees are quoted in writing after an exam, never over the phone, and every fee is on the plan before you agree to anything.
What is the difference between a complete and a partial denture?
A complete denture replaces all the teeth in the upper or lower jaw. A partial denture replaces some teeth and attaches to the natural teeth you still have.
What is a denture reline?
Gums and bone change shape over time, so a denture that once fit well can loosen. A reline reshapes the fitting side of the denture to match your mouth as it is now.
Does insurance cover dentures?
Many plans cover part of the cost, but coverage varies a lot between plans. Bring your card: where your plan allows it we bill directly, and we'll go through the fine print together before treatment.
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Common questions
Does Tandem Dental Studio in Vernon, BC make and repair dentures?
Yes, Tandem Dental Studio in Vernon, BC makes complete dentures (replacing all teeth in the upper or lower jaw) and partial dentures (replacing some teeth while attaching to remaining natural teeth), and we also reline dentures that have loosened over time. Denture treatment typically involves several visits—an exam and planning appointment, impressions, fitting, and follow-up adjustments—because each denture must be custom-built to fit the exact shape of your mouth. If you'd like to explore dentures or discuss other tooth replacement options like bridges or dental implants, contact our team to book a consultation.
How many visits will I need to get a denture at Tandem Dental Studio in Vernon?
The number of visits varies depending on your individual case. A typical sequence includes an exam and planning visit, preparation if needed, impressions, fitting, and follow-up adjustments in the first weeks. Your dentist at Tandem will map out exactly which steps apply to you and how many visits you'll need when you come in for your exam.