For Patients

Appointments

Although every case is different and may require different appointments this is what you could expect.

First Appointment

Consultation

This initial appointment is one of
the longest appointments. During
this appointment you will be
meeting the prosthetist leading your treatment. Initially the
prosthetist will cover your medical
history, reason for visiting, and
highlight what your concerns are.
From here we will discuss the
treatment options and formulate a treatment plan best suited for you.
Once we ensure that the you are happy with the proposed plan we will commence the treatment by taking preliminary impressions.

Second Appointment

Secondary Impressions

A customized special tray would of been fabricated from the preliminary impressions taken in the previous appointment and a more detailed and accurate
impression will be taken. If you have a pre-existing set of dentures, an impression of these dentures may
be taken.

Third Appointment

Bite Registration

This is one of the more important appointments as your prosthetist will record the relationship between your upper and lower jaw. Wax registration rims will be used to record the lip support, amount of teeth showing, and a few other anatomical landmarks. Your speech will also be tested with the bite registration rims in order to
determine that adequate tongue space is provided. Once the prosthetist is confident that the jaw relationship has been recorded accurately, they will then proceed to select the shade, shape, and size of teeth for your new denture.

Fourth Appointment

Try-In

By this appointment, the prosthetist will have a mock-up of what your new dentures will look like! From here, the prosthetist will confirm the aesthetics and functionality of the waxed teeth. After confirming the aesthetics and functionality of the mock-up the prosthetist will then ask for your opinion. It is important that you provide your most honest opinion, as the teeth can be readily altered whilst still in wax.

Fifth Appointment

Denture Insertion

Your new dentures are almost
ready! The prosthetist will have your dentures ready at this appointment, however there are a few points that the prosthetist must check. Once all the criteria have been met and you are happy with your denture, the prosthetist will provide you with wearing and
maintenance instructions. If you currently have a denture it is important that you are still
providing your full attention as research is always being conducted and the recommended wearing and caring instructions are always changing.

Final Appointment

1 Week Review

During this appointment, the
prosthetist will address any issues that may have risen in the week that you have been wearing your new dentures. Once these issues have been addressed and you are
happy with the denture your
treatment is completed. Patients usually take between 6-8 weeks to fully adapt to their new denture.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to clean my dentures?

Yes, it is recommended that you brush your dentures after every meal, however brushing them at least once a day and rinsing thoroughly after every meal is acceptable.

How often should I visit my prosthetist?

Similarly to dental check-ups, it is recommended to get your dentures professionally cleaned at least twice a year. During these appointments the prosthetist will also provide you with an extensive oral examination to ensure the fitting and longevity of your dentures.

Can everyone tell I am wearing a denture?

Often patient's will feel self conscious about a new denture, worried that their new teeth are obvious to those around them. Denture's are manufactured in consultation with the client to ensure the appearance is as natural as possible. Friends and family will often notice that something is 'different' but not obvious, we commonly receive comments like; 'My daughter asked if id done something different with my hair' 'My husband thought I was trying a new lipstick' NOT 'Wow do you have new teeth?'

Can I sleep with my denture in?

The general advice from dental professionals is to remove your dentures before going to bed. A useful analogy is comparing denture's to work boots; If you have been wearing your work boots all day and standing on your feet, the last thing you really feel like doing at the end of a long day is crawling in to bed with your work boots still on. Removing your dentures at night not only allows your oral tissues a chance to recover, but provides the perfect time to soak your dentures in cleaning solution to prevent bacteria accumulation. There are occasions where your dental professional may recommend sleeping with your denture in; for example if you have a sleeping disorder that may be improved by the positioning of the jaw when wearing your denture. If this is the case, we recommend taking it out at another stage during the day to allow you mouth a chance to recover (e.g when watching TV).

Information Pamphlets

We understand that there is a lot of information to take in. Everything that we have discussed in your appointments can be found on the pamphlets that we have provided for you. However, if you have misplaced the pamphlets please feel free to download them from the section below.