Types of dentures
Types of dentures
There are several kinds of dentures, and each one is made for a different situation. This page explains the main types in plain language, with honest cost ranges that can vary by type, materials, provider, and area, and are not quotes.
Full dentures replace all the upper or lower teeth when no natural teeth remain. Learn how they work, how long they take, comfort and fit, honest cost ranges, and how to find an affordable provider near you.
Open → Partial dentures, explained simplyPartial dentures fill the gaps when some natural teeth remain, clipping or resting against the teeth you still have. Learn the types, comfort and fit, honest cost ranges, and how to find an affordable provider.
Open → Immediate dentures, explained simplyImmediate dentures are made ahead of time so you can wear them the same day your teeth are removed. Learn how they work, why they need relines as you heal, honest cost ranges, and how to find a provider.
Open → Relines and repairs, explained simplyA reline refits a denture to your changing gums, and a repair fixes a cracked or broken denture. Learn when each is needed, soft versus hard relines, honest cost ranges, and how to find help fast.
Open → Implant-supported dentures, explained simplyImplant-supported dentures, or overdentures, snap onto a few dental implants for a much firmer hold. Learn how they differ from regular dentures, what the process involves, honest cost ranges, and how to find a provider.
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