About Dentures
Key Highlights
-
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.
-
Typical hospital stay: 0 days (outpatient procedure)
-
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.
Rohan, a 7-year-old from an affluent...
Rohan, a 7-year-old from an affluent family, presented with severe dental trauma after a bicycle accident. Dr. Kumar performed emergency stabilization of multiple avulsed teeth using advanced splinting techniques. The child required weekly follow-ups for 3 months and eventually regained full dental function with minimal aesthetic impact, much to his parents' relief.
Dental surgeons for Dentures
Explore experienced dental surgeons who regularly perform dentures and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 35 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
Medanta Hospital Gurgaon
- 32 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
Miot Hospital Chennai
- 25 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
Metro Hospital Noida Sector 11
- 25 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
Metro Hospital Noida Sector 11
- 16 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar
- 12 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar
- 9 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
Metro Hospital Faridabad
- 5 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
Miot Hospital Chennai
- 5 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
Miot Hospital Chennai
- 14 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur
- 11 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur
- 9 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
KMC Hospital Mangalore
- 10 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
Manipal Hospital Kharadi
- 22 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
Manipal Hospital Millers Road
- 21 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
Manipal Hospitals Broadway
- 10 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
Manipal Hospital Salt Lake
- 23 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
Manipal Hospital Siliguri
- 33 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road
- 10 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
Manipal Hospital Dwarka
- 8 Years Experience
- Dental surgeon
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur