Full & Partial Dentures in Evanston, IL

Cost hinges on the type (partial vs. full), the materials used, and whether extractions or other procedures come first. Immediate dentures, for example, involve a bit more planning than conventional ones since they're fabricated before your teeth are even removed.

During your consultation we provide a detailed estimate, accept most dental insurance plans, and offer financing options to keep dentures affordable. Dentures remain one of the more budget-friendly ways to restore a full, functional smile.

We'll walk you through exactly what's included in your estimate, from the impressions and try-in appointments through the final fitting, so there are no surprises along the way.

Yes. Dentures placed the same day your teeth are extracted are called immediate dentures, and they're designed and fabricated before the extractions ever happen, based on impressions and measurements taken while your natural teeth are still in place. The moment your teeth come out, your immediate dentures go in, so you're never without teeth, not even for a single day.

The tradeoff is that your jawbone and gums are still healing and changing shape underneath the denture during those first several weeks, which is different from a conventional denture made after the tissue has fully settled. Because of that, an immediate denture will likely need a reline, and sometimes a full remake, once your mouth has healed into its final shape.

For many patients, the ability to walk out with a full smile the same day teeth come out is worth that extra step down the road. Dr. Andre Amarante can tell you at your consultation whether immediate dentures make sense for your situation.

Yes, once you get through an adjustment period. Begin with soft foods and gradually move up to firmer ones; most patients are eating comfortably within a few weeks. It's a learning process for your mouth as much as anything, and patience in those early days pays off.

Steer clear of very sticky or extremely hard foods, and chew evenly on both sides to keep the denture stable rather than favoring one side. Cutting food into smaller pieces at first makes chewing easier while you're getting used to the fit.

If a spot ever feels sore or the denture seems to be shifting more than it should, let us know. A quick adjustment usually solves it, and there's no need to just tough it out.

For a brief spell, certain words may feel different, particularly ones with lots of S and F sounds, since your tongue and lips need to relearn their positioning around the new denture. This is completely normal and temporary.

Reading aloud and speaking slowly at first helps most patients adapt quickly, usually within a week or two. Practicing at home, even just reading a few pages out loud each day, speeds up the process more than most people expect.

If speech issues linger longer than that, it's worth a follow-up visit. Sometimes a small adjustment to the denture's fit is all it takes to smooth things out.

Cared for properly, dentures typically last 5–10 years before they need replacing. That lifespan assumes daily cleaning, careful handling, and regular checkups, all of which protect the materials from premature wear.

Relining or adjustments may come sooner, though, as your jawbone and gums naturally change shape over time. This is simply part of owning dentures, since the tissue underneath keeps changing even after your mouth has fully healed from tooth loss.

Regular dental visits at our Evanston, IL office help keep them fitting properly in the meantime, catching the small shifts before they turn into looseness, sore spots, or trouble chewing.

It's generally best to take dentures out at night. Doing so rests your gums and bone, cuts down on bacteria buildup, and lets soaking preserve the denture's shape. Wearing them around the clock doesn't give your tissues the break they need to stay healthy.

Taking them out also gives you a chance to give your mouth a proper clean, brushing your gums, tongue, and palate the way you would with natural teeth still in place.

Dr. Andre Amarante will advise you based on your specific situation, since a few patients have reasons to keep dentures in longer during certain stages of adjustment or healing.

Traditional dentures sit on your gums, held in place by suction or clasps. That works well for many patients, but it also means the denture can shift during eating or speaking, and there's nothing stopping the jawbone underneath from gradually resorbing over time.

Implant-supported dentures instead snap onto dental implants anchored in your jawbone, delivering significantly more stability, better chewing power, and reduced bone loss. Because the implants stimulate the bone the way natural tooth roots do, they help preserve your jaw structure rather than letting it shrink.

If stability is a concern, they're a great upgrade. It's a bigger investment and a longer process than conventional dentures, but for patients who are frustrated with slipping or sore spots, the difference in day-to-day comfort is significant.

Dentures actually help restore your facial appearance rather than change it for the worse. Because missing teeth let facial muscles sag and add years to your look, well-fitting dentures fill out your cheeks and lips, lending support that mimics the look of natural teeth.

Restoring that support underneath the lips and cheeks often makes patients look noticeably more like themselves again once their new dentures are in. It's one of the most immediate, visible benefits of treatment.

The fit matters here too. A denture that's properly sized and shaped for your face gives a far more natural result than one that doesn't quite match your bite and facial structure, which is why the try-in appointment is such an important step.

Yes. Partial dentures are made for patients who still have healthy natural teeth, filling the gaps while using those remaining teeth as anchors. A metal or flexible framework clips onto your existing teeth to hold the partial denture securely in place.

Keeping your remaining natural teeth has real advantages, since they help anchor the partial and can slow the bone loss that comes with a fully edentulous jaw. That's why we look closely at what can be saved before recommending extractions.

If the remaining teeth are too damaged, Dr. Andre Amarante may recommend extracting them and fitting full dentures instead, which sometimes gives a more predictable, comfortable long-term result than trying to preserve teeth that are likely to fail anyway.

A simple daily routine keeps dentures clean, comfortable, and looking their best:

• Brush them twice a day with a soft denture brush and denture cleaner, skipping regular toothpaste, which is abrasive and can scratch the surface
• Rinse after meals to clear away food debris before it has a chance to build up
• Soak overnight in water or denture solution to keep them from drying out and losing their shape
• Rinse once more before putting them back in to wash away any cleaning solution
• Clean your gums, tongue, and palate daily too, even on the days it feels like there's nothing to brush

Handle them over a folded towel or a sink full of water while cleaning, since a drop onto a hard counter can crack or break them.