What to expect at your first denture visit
Overview
We know starting your denture journey can feel like a huge step—one that can lead to a happier you. It’s time to prepare for a brand new smile, so here’s what you can expect from your first denture milestone.
Beginning your denture journey
When it comes to restoring your smile, we want you to feel prepared and confident in your decision. That’s why we kick off every patient's denture journey with a comprehensive consultation. Along the way, you’ll know exactly what your smile needs, what the plan is and all associated costs.
Taking the first step
You’ve got this—and we’ve got you. Together, we’ll create the best treatment plan for your future smile. Let’s go.
Your complete journey
No matter what your unique needs are, we’ll keep you smiling from start to finish with 5 key milestones.
Consult with your team
When beginning your denture journey, we’ll schedule a consultation so you and your dentist can create a treatment plan that works for your smile. From there, your care team will discuss costs, financing and insurance—along with helping you plan and schedule next steps so you’re prepared at every step along the way.
Your pre-placement steps
To prepare your smile for your new denture(s), we’ll get your mouth ready and schedule you for any hygiene work or extractions that may be needed. Once completed, you’ll receive an immediate denture while your mouth is healing and your permanent denture is being crafted.
Take it slow
If you required extractions, healing is a process, so we recommend taking the time you need until you feel comfortable. After receiving your immediate denture (also called your healing denture), you may notice changes in your speech or how you eat. This is completely normal. The more you practice speaking and eating with your denture, the more comfortable and confident you’ll feel over time. As your mouth heals, your Aspen Dental care team will adjust your denture or discuss final denture options to help ensure a comfortable, natural-looking fit.
Reline or impression
Depending on what type of denture model you selected, after you heal, you’ll be ready to finalize your smile. Whether you’re selecting customizations for your smile, or getting your denture resurfaced for long-term use with a reline, this step is critical in getting a smile that fits and functions comfortably—and looks as natural as your own.
Get ready to smile
Once your final denture is ready, you can walk out smiling with confidence. If you need any adjustments along the way, your Aspen Dental care team is here to help.
Designed for you
Beyond smile solutions that fit any denture need, get peace of mind in your smile again with a team dedicated to you.
2 million+ dentures
As experts in the industry for the last 25 years, we’ve crafted over 2 million dentures and deliver consistent, quality care that you and your smile can count on.
500+ denture experts
As one of the largest dental networks in the U.S., with over 500 denture experts, you’re in great hands.
1100+ locations
With convenient locations, onsite labs, walk-in availability and end-to-end care at every office, the sooner you come in, the sooner we can get you back to smiling.
Happy smile—or your money back
All dentures are covered by our Denture Money-Back Guarantee¹, which means if you’re not happy with them, we’ll make it right, or your money back.
¹Denture Money-Back Guarantee applies to all full and partial dentures and covers the cost of the permanent denture(s) only. Additional adjustments may be offered prior to refund. The guarantee period begins upon insert of final denture or hard reline and refund request must be submitted within 90 days thereafter. Denture(s) must be returned within 90 days after refund request date.
Let’s get started—together
“Whether you’re getting dentures for the first time or replacement dentures, your denture experts are here to make it a supportive and rewarding experience. We’re looking forward to seeing you.”
Dr. Andrew De La Rosa, Vice President of Clinical Support
What to expect during the denture process
Starting your denture journey is a big step, which is why we want you to feel prepared and confident it’s the right step for you. To create a smile that’s as unique as you are, we’ll be with you at every step so your experience is as comfortable as possible. Discover how we do that with our first time dentures video guide.
