WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT?
Tooth Additions
What is a Tooth Addition?
Tooth Additions are used on existing dentures which may require new teeth to be added to them. This is generally due to extraction of new teeth which requires the gap to be filled to serve an aesthetic and functional purpose.
Appointments needed for Tooth Addition
Tooth Additions require a minimum of two appointments.
How long will this process take?
Each appointment will take 30-45 minutes
How much will this cost?
Tooth addition for full denture from $220
Tooth addition for partial denture from $380
*Prices are subject to change.
These prices are dependent on the complexity of each individual treatment and materials used.
Appointment 1
The first appointment will consist of pick-up impressions using alginate material with the existing denture for the addition.
From there the denture will either have the tooth added to the full denture or a pin will be welded onto the framework of the partial denture and tooth then inserted.
Appointment 2
Second appointment the denture will be handed back with the addition of new teeth. Some final adjustments may be required for some patients to ensure proper occlusion is achieved.