Aster Dental Centre provides denture consultations in Edmonton for patients with some or all missing teeth. Full and partial dentures are removable options, and the appropriate choice depends on your remaining teeth, gums, bite, and goals.
The dentist assesses your mouth, discusses full and partial options, and explains the fitting process. Follow-up visits may be needed to check fit and make adjustments after you receive a new denture.
Aster Dental Centre provides full dentures (replacing all teeth in an arch), partial dentures (replacing some teeth while remaining natural teeth are retained), and immediate dentures (placed the same day as extractions). The right option depends on how many teeth are missing, the health of any remaining teeth, and personal preference regarding aesthetics and function.
Full dentures rest on the gum ridge and are held in place by suction and the fit of the acrylic base. Partial dentures use metal or flexible clasps to anchor to remaining teeth. For patients seeking more stability, implant-supported dentures are an option that anchors the prosthesis to 2 to 4 implants per arch, eliminating slippage without adhesive.
The denture process at Aster Dental Centre typically takes 4 to 6 weeks and involves 4 to 5 appointments. The first visit includes full impressions of your jaw and a bite registration. These measurements are sent to the dental laboratory, where technicians fabricate a wax trial denture. At the second appointment, the wax trial is tried in your mouth and evaluated for fit, bite, and aesthetics before any final materials are committed.
Once you approve the trial, the final acrylic denture is fabricated and delivered at a subsequent appointment. Most patients need at least one or two adjustment visits in the weeks following delivery as the gums settle and pressure points become apparent. Dr. Bhanushali includes these adjustments at no additional charge.
Most patients at Aster Dental Centre notice significant improvement in comfort and confidence within 2 to 4 weeks of receiving new dentures. The first week is typically the most challenging: eating soft foods, speaking carefully, and managing mild soreness while the gums adapt. Reading aloud for 10 to 15 minutes daily helps accelerate speech adjustment.
Full denture wearers often need adhesive during the initial break-in period. As the fit settles, most patients find adhesive unnecessary. If soreness persists beyond the first week, call the clinic to book an adjustment. Well-fitting dentures should not cause constant sore spots.
Dentures at Aster Dental Centre in Edmonton range from $1,500 to $4,500 CAD depending on whether they are partial or full, and the quality of the materials used. Most Canadian dental plans cover dentures at 50% of the eligible fee, subject to the annual maximum. Aster Dental Centre direct-bills Manulife, Sun Life, Canada Life, Green Shield, and all major insurers.
For patients without insurance or who need help with the remaining balance, 0% financing is available. Immediate dentures (placed the same day as extractions) may cost slightly more due to the additional planning involved, but allow patients to leave with teeth rather than going through a healing period without them.
With proper care, dentures from Aster Dental Centre typically last 5 to 10 years before replacement is needed. As the jawbone and gums change shape over time, dentures that once fit well may loosen and require relining every 2 to 5 years. Annual check-ups at the clinic allow the dentist to monitor fit and catch early loosening before sore spots and slippage become significant problems.
Most denture wearers at Aster Dental Centre can eat a wide variety of foods once the adjustment period is complete, typically 2 to 4 weeks. Hard, sticky, or very crunchy foods require extra care throughout the life of the denture. Starting with soft foods during the first weeks is recommended. Patients who find chewing consistently difficult with full dentures may benefit from implant-supported dentures for added stability.
Yes. Aster Dental Centre provides immediate dentures that are placed the same day as tooth extractions, so you leave the clinic with a full set of teeth. Immediate dentures require more fitting adjustments over the following months as the healing gums change shape. A reline is usually needed 3 to 6 months after placement. This option suits patients who prefer not to go without teeth during healing.
Conventional dentures rest on the gums and rely on suction and fit for stability. Implant-supported dentures are anchored to 2 to 4 implants per arch, providing significantly more stability and eliminating the need for adhesive. Implant-supported dentures also slow the bone loss that occurs under conventional dentures. At Aster Dental Centre, Dr. Bhanushali discusses both options during the denture consultation.
Remove and rinse dentures after every meal. Brush daily with a soft denture brush and non-abrasive denture cleaner, not regular toothpaste, which can scratch the acrylic. Soak dentures overnight in a denture-cleaning solution or water to prevent drying and warping. Never use hot water, which can distort the base. Bring dentures to every annual check-up at Aster Dental Centre for professional inspection and cleaning.
Most major Canadian dental plans, including Manulife, Sun Life, Canada Life, and Green Shield Canada, cover dentures at 50% of the eligible fee after the deductible. Some plans have a maximum benefit per prosthetic item or a lifetime limit. Aster Dental Centre direct-bills all major insurers and will run a predetermination to confirm your exact coverage before treatment starts.
Contact Aster Dental Centre to discuss dentures in Edmonton. The team can answer booking questions and arrange the next suitable appointment.
For patient education about what dentures may involve, when it may be considered, and questions to ask, visit the matching Treatment Guide.
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