Denture Relines & Repairs Completed the Same Day
Denture Care in Elizabeth South, SA, offers a same-day repair and reline service for patients whose dentures have broken, cracked or no longer fit as they should. We understand that being without your dentures, even for a single day, is not just inconvenient. It affects your ability to eat, speak and go about your normal routine with confidence. That is why we complete all repairs and relines on site, at our clinic, on the day you bring them in.
If your dentures need attention, do not wait and do not attempt a home repair. Call us on 08 8317 6064 and come in.
Why You Should Not Attempt Home Repairs
It is tempting to reach for a tube of superglue or an over-the-counter repair kit when a denture breaks, but home repairs almost always make the situation worse. Household adhesives can distort the fit of the denture, leave residue on the surfaces and make it significantly more difficult and more expensive for us to carry out a proper professional repair. In some cases, home repairs can make a correct fix impossible altogether.
The safest and most cost-effective approach is always to bring your dentures directly to our Elizabeth South, SA clinic as soon as a problem occurs.
Denture Repairs
Dentures can crack, chip or break for a number of reasons, including being dropped, general wear over time, or changes in the bite that put pressure on one area of the denture. At Denture Care, we carry out all repairs on site using the appropriate materials and techniques to restore the structural integrity of your dentures properly.
Our repair costs are significantly lower than the cost of a full replacement set of dentures, and because we work in house, we do not need to send your dentures away to an outside laboratory. You bring them in, we assess the damage, and we repair them the same day so you leave with your dentures back in your mouth.
Denture Relines
A reline is a procedure that restores the fit of an existing denture by resurfacing the inner lining, which is the part that sits against your gum tissue. Over time, the shape of your jaw and gums changes naturally, particularly as the underlying bone resorbs following tooth loss. When this happens, a denture that once fitted well will begin to feel loose, rock, drop or cause soreness.
Signs that your dentures may need relining include:
- Dentures that feel loose or shift when you eat or speak
- Sore spots or irritation on the gums
- Food becoming trapped underneath the denture
- Dentures that drop out or require excessive adhesive to stay in place
- A change in your bite or facial appearance
A reline effectively gives your existing denture a new lease of life without the cost of a full replacement. We offer same-day relines at our Elizabeth South, SA clinic, meaning you are not left without your dentures while the work is done.
When Is a Reline Not Enough?
While a reline can significantly improve the fit and comfort of an existing denture, there are situations where a full replacement is the more appropriate option. If the denture teeth have worn down significantly, if the denture base is extensively cracked or if the overall structure of the appliance has been compromised, we will advise you honestly on whether repair and reline is the right course of action or whether new dentures would serve you better in the long run. We never recommend more treatment than is genuinely needed.
How Often Should Dentures Be Relined?
As a general guide, most dentures benefit from a reline every three to four years, though this varies from person to person depending on how quickly the gum and bone tissue changes. Patients who have had teeth extracted more recently tend to experience more rapid bone resorption, which means the fit of their dentures changes more quickly in the early years. Regular check-ups allow us to monitor the fit of your dentures and recommend a reline at the right time, before looseness becomes a significant problem.
