Expert Complete Dentures for North London Patients

Complete dentures suit you when you have lost all upper or lower teeth or both. This option provides a non-surgical way to restore your smile and chewing ability. You are a good candidate if your remaining teeth fail due to decay or gum disease and cannot be saved, making full clearance necessary. Many North London patients choose complete dentures for a predictable, functional result and relief from ongoing dental problems.

Creating your new dentures follows a precise plan that spans about four to six weeks with several appointments. First, you have a 45 minute consultation at our Finchley clinic to discuss goals and take initial digital impressions. Next, we make a wax model for a try-in appointment lasting about 30 minutes. This lets you see how the dentures will look and allows us to adjust tooth shape, size, and position. When you are happy, we produce the final denture. The final fitting takes around 30 to 45 minutes to ensure a comfortable, secure fit. We then schedule a follow-up in a week or two to make minor adjustments as you get used to them.

Adapting to new dentures takes time. In the first few days you notice more saliva and some sore spots as your mouth adjusts, which is normal. Start with soft foods and cut them into small pieces. Practice speaking by reading aloud to get used to the feel. For long-term care, remove your dentures overnight to give your gums a rest. Clean them daily with a soft brush and a non abrasive denture cleaner rather than regular toothpaste. With proper care a well-made set of dentures lasts about 5 to 8 years before replacement. If you have persistent pain or looseness, call us during office hours (Mon, Wed, Fri 9-5, Tue, Thu 11-7) for an adjustment.

For a more secure option, implant-retained dentures or overdentures offer a strong alternative. This means placing two or more dental implants in the jaw, and the denture clips onto them. This provides much more stability, prevents slipping, and improves chewing. The cost is higher and it involves surgery, but many patients report improved quality of life. For example, a recent patient from Golders Green chose an implant-retained lower denture and found it eliminated movement she had struggled with for years.

The most permanent option is a full arch fixed onto multiple dental implants, often called All-on-4 or Teeth in a Day. This non removable bridge looks and functions closest to natural teeth. It requires the highest investment but prevents bone loss and offers the best stability and convenience. This suits patients with enough jawbone density seeking a long term fixed solution. We assess suitability with our 3D CBCT scanner during the consultation.

To help you get the best outcome whether you choose us or another North London practice, consider these questions: what materials do you use for the denture base and teeth and why, do you take digital or traditional impressions and how do you ensure a precise fit, how many adjustment appointments are included in the initial cost, what is the expected lifespan of the dentures you provide, can you show before and after photos of other complete denture cases you have handled, do you offer options like implant retained dentures if these are not stable enough

The price for a set of high quality private complete dentures in London typically ranges from £1,500 to £3,000. This figure reflects the superior materials, advanced impression techniques, and the clinical time needed to achieve an expert fit and natural appearance. The fee covers all appointments from the initial consultation and impressions to the final fitting and follow-up adjustments. We offer full transparency with no hidden fees. As a private practice, NHS dentures are not offered. However, we do accept plans from major insurers including Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna. Please contact us to discuss your coverage.