About Dentures
Key Highlights
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Restores the ability to chew and speak clearly.Improves facial appearance and prevents sagging.Custom-made for a comfortable, natural-looking fit.Prevents remaining natural teeth from shifting position.Boosts self-confidence and overall quality of life.Offers a cost-effective solution for extensive tooth loss./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Complete loss of all teeth in one or both jaws (edentulism).
- Partial tooth loss where a bridge or implants are not suitable.
- Severe tooth decay or periodontal disease leading to multiple extractions.
- Traumatic injury resulting in the loss of several teeth.
- Congenital absence of teeth.
- To improve chewing efficiency and nutritional intake.
How to prepare
- Initial comprehensive dental examination and oral health assessment.
- Treatment of any existing gum disease or dental infections.
- Possible extraction of remaining damaged or decayed teeth.
- Taking detailed impressions (molds) and measurements of the jaws.
- Discussion of denture type (full, partial, immediate), material, and shade with the dentist.
- Allowing time for any necessary healing after extractions before final fitting.
Risks & possible complications
- Initial discomfort, sore spots, or gum irritation.
- Difficulty with speech or chewing during the adjustment period.
- Looseness over time as the jawbone naturally resorbs (shrinks).
- Potential for mouth infections like stomatitis if not cleaned properly.
- Allergic reactions to denture materials (rare).
- Breakage or damage if dropped.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Expect an adjustment period of several weeks for speaking and eating comfortably.
- Start with soft foods and cut food into small pieces.
- Practice speaking by reading aloud to adapt to the dentures.
- Clean dentures daily with a soft brush and non-abrasive cleaner; remove them at night.
- Maintain excellent oral hygiene for gums and any remaining teeth.
- Attend follow-up appointments for adjustments to improve fit and comfort.
- Use a denture adhesive if recommended by your dentist for added stability.
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Typical hospital stay: 0 days (outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time: 2-4 weeks for full adaptation
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering dentures in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with dental surgery departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform dentures. MediFyr helps you compare dental surgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for dentures compare across other countries where we have data.
Vivaan Bhatia, 68, is a retired...
Vivaan Bhatia, 68, is a retired history professor who loves reading and telling stories to his grandchildren. Years of neglecting dental care due to a fear of dentists, combined with age-related wear, left him with several missing and severely decayed teeth. He struggled to eat his favorite foods like apples and nuts, avoided social gatherings due to embarrassment about his smile, and had begun to slur his words slightly. His daughter finally convinced him to see Dr. Sharma, who, after a comprehensive exam and X-rays, recommended full upper and lower dentures as the most practical and restorative solution. Vivaan was terrified, but the dental team was exceptionally patient, using sedation to ensure his comfort during the extractions and impressions. The immediate dentures placed right after surgery were awkward, but adjustments over the following weeks made them manageable. After six months, he received his beautiful, permanent set. The emotional journey was profound. Before, Vivaan felt old, defeated, and isolated, hiding his mouth with his hand. After the final fitting, he regained his confidence. He can eat a proper meal again, his speech is clear, and he smiles broadly in photos with his grandkids, feeling like his vibrant, storytelling self has returned.
Dental surgeons for Dentures
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