Dentures in Irving, TX

Complete vs. partial dentures

If you're looking for dentures in Irving, the good news is that today's dentures are shaped and shaded to suit your face, and a careful fit makes a big difference in comfort, chewing and confidence. We make complete and partial dentures for patients from across Irving, Grand Prairie and Euless.

Complete dentures replace all the teeth on the upper or lower jaw. They rest on your gums. An upper denture is held by suction against the roof of your mouth, while a lower denture relies more on your tongue and cheek muscles — which is why lower dentures often feel less secure.

Partial dentures replace several missing teeth when you still have some healthy natural teeth. A partial attaches to your remaining teeth with small clasps and fills the gaps so those teeth don't drift. It's usually less costly than replacing each tooth with a bridge or implant, and it comes out for cleaning.

Signs you might need dentures

• Several missing or failing teeth
• An old denture that's loose or cracked
• Sore spots or trouble chewing with your current denture
• Teeth loosened by advanced gum disease
• A sunken look around the mouth

Implant-supported dentures: a more secure fit

If a regular denture slips, or you worry about it moving when you talk or eat, an implant-supported denture may be worth considering. A small number of dental implants — often two to four per jaw — are placed in the bone, and the denture attaches to them.

• Snap-on (removable): clips onto the implants for stability and comes out for cleaning. Especially helpful for lower dentures.
• Fixed: attached to the implants and removed only by the dentist. It feels the closest to natural teeth.

Implants also help slow the bone shrinkage that follows tooth loss. They require surgery and a few months of healing, and we plan them with 3D CBCT imaging to check the bone. If bone has thinned, bone grafting may help. Dr. Anh Nguyen has a special interest in dental implants, and Dr. Chloe Kim's focus includes implants and extractions.

Dentures vs. implants: how they compare

Many people start with a conventional denture and add implants later; in some cases, an existing denture can even be adapted to snap onto them. Our dental implant cost guide breaks down pricing.

The adjustment period: eating and speaking

Most people need a few weeks to get used to new dentures, and up to a couple of months to feel fully natural. Extra saliva, a bulky feeling and a few sore spots are normal early on. Sore spots aren't something to tough out — we can adjust the denture, usually in a few minutes. Our team speaks English, Spanish and Vietnamese, and Dr. Chloe Kim speaks Korean, which helps when you're learning a new routine.

Eating

• Start with soft foods cut into small pieces: eggs, fish, cooked vegetables, rice.
• Chew slowly, using both sides of your mouth at the same time to keep the denture balanced.
• Bite with your side teeth rather than your front teeth.
• Go easy on sticky, very hard or very hot foods at first — a covered palate can't judge temperature as well.

Speaking

• Read aloud and repeat words that feel tricky. Your tongue and cheeks adapt quickly with practice.
• If your dentures click, slow down a little.
• If they shift when you laugh or cough, bite down gently and swallow to reseat them.

Caring for your dentures

• Take dentures out at night to give your gums a rest, unless we've told you otherwise.
• Keep them in water or a denture-soaking solution overnight so they don't dry out and lose their shape.
• Brush them daily with a soft brush and denture cleaner. Regular toothpaste is too abrasive and leaves scratches that hold stains.
• Rinse after meals, and handle them over a folded towel or a sink of water in case you drop them.
• Never use hot or boiling water — it can warp the fit.
• Brush your gums, tongue and any remaining teeth every day.

Even with no natural teeth, keep up with checkups. We check the fit, look for sore spots and examine your mouth for other problems. If you wear a partial, cleanings and exams keep the teeth that hold it healthy.

Relines, repairs and replacement

Your jawbone and gums keep changing after teeth are lost, so even a well-made denture gradually loosens. A reline reshapes the fitting surface to match your gums again; many people need one every year or two. Most dentures need replacing every 5 to 10 years as the teeth wear and the fit changes. It's time for a check if you notice:

• A loose denture, or needing more adhesive than before
• New sore spots, clicking or food getting trapped underneath
• Cracks, chips or worn-down denture teeth
• Your face looking more sunken around the mouth

Please skip at-home repair kits — they can ruin the fit. Bring a broken denture to us instead; walk-ins are welcome during open hours, seven days a week.

What to expect, step by step

1. Exam and planning

   We check your gums, bone and any remaining teeth, discuss complete, partial and implant options, and plan any extractions.

2. Impressions and bite records

   We record the shape of your mouth and how your jaws meet so the denture fits and your bite is balanced.

3. Try-in

   You see and feel a trial version of the teeth before the final denture is made, so we can adjust shape, color and bite.

4. Delivery and fit

   We place your new denture, check for pressure spots and show you how to put it in, take it out and clean it.

5. Adjustment visits

   A few short follow-ups in the first weeks smooth out sore spots as your mouth adapts.

Cost, insurance & financing

In the Dallas–Fort Worth area, complete dentures typically range from about $1,000 to $3,500 per arch, and partial dentures often run about $1,000 to $3,000. Implant-supported dentures cost more — often roughly $6,000 to $25,000 or more per arch — depending on the number of implants and whether the denture is removable or fixed. Relines commonly cost a few hundred dollars.

Your exact cost depends on the denture type and materials, how many implants (if any), and whether you need extractions or bone grafting first. Many PPO plans cover part of the cost of dentures. We give you a written estimate before treatment, and financing through Cherry, Affirm and CareCredit is available, subject to credit approval. See our guide to dental care without insurance.