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Understand how dentures are planned and fitted, what getting used to them involves and when reviews may help.
Overview
Dentures are removable replacement teeth. A partial denture replaces some teeth; a complete denture replaces all the teeth in an upper or lower arch. The design depends on your mouth and remaining teeth.
Tokyo Expat Dental provides denture care in-house. We discuss how you would like to eat, speak and feel, alongside the clinical findings, before recommending a plan.
Reasons to seek care
You may want to discuss missing teeth, planned extractions, difficulty chewing or an existing denture that feels loose, uncomfortable or worn.
Please bring any existing dentures to your appointment. They can help us understand what has worked for you and what you would like to change.
What care involves
Your dentist assesses the gums, remaining teeth and bite, then discusses the suitable designs and materials. Records of your mouth guide the dental laboratory in making the denture.
The plan may include trial and fitting appointments, followed by adjustments. We explain how to put the denture in and take it out, and how to clean it and care for your mouth.
Care process
Discuss your needs
Your dentist examines your mouth and any existing denture, then discusses the options for replacing missing teeth.
Record and plan
We take the necessary records and agree on the design, appearance, schedule and estimated fee with you.
Try and fit
Your dentist checks the planned appearance and bite as appropriate before fitting the completed denture.
Adjust and maintain
We review comfort and fit, with adjustments and ongoing checks as your mouth changes.
Why patients choose Tokyo Expat Dental
Explained in English
Care planned with you
Instrument hygiene
Easy to reach
Risks and limitations
Dentures can help replace missing teeth, but they do not feel exactly like natural teeth. Getting used to eating and speaking with them takes time; some movement or sore areas may need adjustment.
Dentures and the mouth need daily cleaning. Changes in the gums and jaw can affect fit over time. Regular checks help identify when an adjustment, repair, relining or replacement may be needed.
Alternatives
Depending on the remaining teeth, gums and bone, alternatives may include a bridge, dental implants or an implant-supported option. Sometimes leaving a space is reasonable after discussing the effects on function and the other teeth.
Fees and treatment time
Private dental care at Tokyo Expat Dental is planned around your needs, with treatment options and fees explained in English before you decide. Japanese public health insurance does not cover treatment here.
Fees depend on the design, materials and preparatory treatment. The estimate will explain the fitting stages and adjustment arrangements, as well as any separate charges for extractions, repairs or later changes.
In Tokyo for a short time?
Tell us your travel dates when you book so we can discuss what fits your stay and whether further appointments will be needed. We provide reports to support international insurance claims; cover depends on your policy.
After your visit
Follow the care and review instructions your dentist gives you. Please contact the clinic if you have a question or your symptoms change.
For difficulty breathing or swallowing, rapidly spreading facial or neck swelling, or uncontrolled bleeding, call 119 for an ambulance. Seek urgent care from a service that is open rather than waiting for an online reply.
Related treatments
Dental crowns and bridges
Crowns to repair damaged teeth and bridges to replace missing teeth. We explain the options before treatment.
Dental implants
Replacement teeth held by dental implants, including Osstem and Straumann options.
General dentistry and dental checkups
Checkups, tooth-coloured fillings and advice for keeping your teeth and gums healthy.