Overview
Getting your bite — and your confidence — back
Missing teeth affect more than your smile. They change what you can eat, how clearly you speak and how your face is supported. A well-made denture restores all three, and today’s versions look far more natural than the ones many people remember from their grandparents.
At All Smiles General Dentistry, we take the time to get the fit right. That means careful impressions, try-in appointments so you can see and approve your new teeth before they are finished, and adjustments afterward until they feel comfortable.
If your current denture is loose, cracked or sore, you do not necessarily need a new one. A reline or repair can often fix it — and if you want more stability, we can discuss anchoring it to dental implants.
The American Dental Association explains the main types of dentures and how to care for them on its patient site, MouthHealthy.
At a glance
- Full dentures for an entire upper or lower arch
- Partial dentures to fill gaps between natural teeth
- Immediate dentures so you are never without teeth
- Relines, repairs and adjustments
- Implant-supported, snap-in dentures
- Any PPO or Medicare dental plan accepted
Treatment by Dr. Shanna Bernkrant, DMD at our West Dixie Highway office.
Your options
Which type of denture is right for you?
Full dentures
Replace all the teeth in the upper or lower jaw. The upper denture is held by suction against the palate; the lower rests on the gums.
Partial dentures
A custom framework holds replacement teeth and clasps gently to your remaining natural teeth. Removable for cleaning.
Immediate dentures
Made in advance and placed the same day teeth are removed, so you leave with a smile. They are relined as the gums heal.
Implant-supported dentures
Snap onto two to four implants for far better stability and chewing power. Lower ones in particular benefit the most.
Relines & repairs
Gums and bone change over time. A reline re-fits the base of your denture; repairs fix cracks and broken teeth.
Adjustments
Sore spots are normal at first. We see you for follow-ups and fine-tune the fit until it is comfortable.
Step by step
How we make your denture
- Exam & planningWe check your gums, any remaining teeth and the bone, and talk through full, partial and implant options.
- Impressions & bitePrecise impressions and bite records capture the shape of your mouth and how your jaws meet.
- Try-inYou see a wax version of your new teeth — shape, shade and fit — and we adjust before the final denture is made.
- Delivery & follow-upYour denture is fitted, and we schedule follow-ups to smooth any pressure spots as you adapt.
Fixing the fit
Loose denture? Reline, repair or replace
After teeth are lost, the bone and gums underneath keep slowly changing shape, so a denture that fit perfectly can start to rock, rub or slip. Here is how we decide what you need.
Reline
We reshape the inside of your denture to match your gums today. It is the usual fix for a denture that has become loose, especially in the first year after extractions.
Repair
Cracked bases and broken or missing denture teeth can often be repaired instead of replaced. Bring the denture and any pieces.
Replace
When the teeth are worn flat, the base is badly cracked, or the bite has changed a lot, a new denture works better than another reline.
Anchor it
If a lower denture never stays put, two to four dental implants can hold it in place.
Coverage
Paying for dentures with Medicare Advantage or a PPO
Original Medicare
Original Medicare does not pay for dentures. You pay the full cost unless you have other dental coverage.
Medicare Advantage
We accept every Medicare Advantage plan. Plans with comprehensive dental often help pay for a new denture, usually with an annual maximum, a coinsurance share and a replacement limit (often one set every five years). See Medicare dental at our office.
PPO dental plans
Most PPO plans treat a denture as a major service, with a waiting period and a replacement limit. We check your plan before anything is ordered.
No coverage
Your consultation is free, and our in-office savings plan and payment options make the cost manageable.
Read more
Dr. B explains plan types, costs and the questions to ask your plan in Does Medicare Cover Dentures?
Cost & coverage
Paying for dentures in North Miami
We accept any PPO dental plan and any Medicare dental plan, and we file the claim for you. Coverage for dentures depends on your plan, so we verify your benefits and give you a written estimate before treatment starts — no surprise bills.
No insurance? Your consultation is free, and our in-office savings plan and payment options spread the cost into manageable pieces. We do not publish fixed prices online because the right treatment — and the cost — depends on what we find at your exam.
Most PPO plans cover a portion of full or partial dentures, and many Medicare Advantage plans with dental benefits include denture coverage. We will check your benefits and give you the numbers before anything is ordered.
FAQ
Dentures questions, answered
How long does it take to get used to new dentures?
Most people adapt within a few weeks. Eating soft foods cut into small pieces and reading aloud helps you get comfortable with chewing and speech faster.
How long do dentures last?
Dentures typically last 5–10 years, though they usually need a reline every couple of years as your gums and jaw change. An annual check helps catch fit problems early.
My denture is loose. Do I need a new one?
Not always. A reline often restores the fit. If it keeps slipping, implant support can lock it in place.
Can I sleep in my dentures?
We recommend taking them out at night to let your gums rest and to keep the denture clean. Soak it in water or a denture solution so it does not dry out.
Does Medicare cover dentures?
Original Medicare does not cover dentures, but many Medicare Advantage plans with dental benefits do. We accept every Medicare Advantage plan — call with your member ID and we will verify your coverage. More in Dr. B’s Medicare and dentures article.
Why does my denture keep getting loose?
The bone and gums under a denture keep changing shape after teeth are lost, so the fit slowly changes. A reline re-fits the denture; implants can stop a lower denture from moving. Dr. B explains it in detail in Why Do Dentures Get Loose?
Are relines covered by insurance?
Often, under the same denture (prosthodontics) benefit, with their own frequency limits. We check your plan first.
¿Hablan español?
Sí. Nuestro equipo habla español y le explica sus opciones de dentaduras con calma.
Tired of a loose denture? Let’s fix the fit.
Come in for a free consultation — we will tell you whether a reline, a new denture or implants make the most sense.
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Related care at our North Miami office
Dental Implants
A permanent, natural-feeling way to replace one tooth, several, or a full arch.
Crowns & Bridges
Rebuild cracked or worn teeth and close gaps with tooth-colored restorations.
General & Family Dentistry
Exams, cleanings, X-rays and tooth-colored fillings for kids, parents and grandparents.
Emergency Dentist
Toothache, broken tooth or swelling? Call — we make room for same-day visits.