Denture options
Full, partial, immediate or implant-supported — Dr. Forman will help you choose the dentures that fit your mouth, your comfort and your daily life.
Option 1
A complete set of natural-looking teeth for patients who are missing all of the teeth in the upper jaw, lower jaw, or both.
Often a good fit for: Seniors who have lost all of their teeth, or whose remaining teeth need to be removed.
Option 2
Replaces one or more missing teeth while keeping your healthy natural teeth in place. Small clasps hold the partial securely to your own teeth.
Often a good fit for: Seniors who still have some healthy natural teeth.
Option 3
Made ahead of time and placed the same day your remaining teeth are removed — so you never have to go without a smile while you heal.
Often a good fit for: Seniors who need their remaining teeth removed and want teeth right away.
Option 4
A denture that snaps securely onto a small number of dental implants placed in the jaw. It stays put while you eat, talk and laugh.
Often a good fit for: Seniors who want maximum stability, or who struggle with a loose lower denture.
Want a fixed, non-removable option? Explore our full-mouth dental implant procedure.
Side by side
| Feature | Full Dentures | Partial Dentures | Immediate Dentures | Implant-Supported Dentures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Replaces | All teeth in a jaw | Some missing teeth | All teeth, on extraction day | All teeth in a jaw |
| Held in place by | Suction & gum fit | Clasps on your teeth | Suction & gum fit | Dental implants |
| Removable | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes, by you or the dentist |
| Stability | Good | Very good | Good | Excellent |
Not sure which is right for you? Dr. Forman will walk you through your options at your first visit.
Many insurance plans cover the full cost of dentures for seniors. Give us a call and our team will check your coverage for you — it only takes a few minutes.
Questions
Full dentures replace all of the teeth in your upper or lower jaw. Partial dentures fill in the spaces between your remaining natural teeth and help keep those teeth from shifting.
Yes. Your dentures are custom-made from impressions of your mouth. We choose the tooth shade, shape and gum color to suit your face, and you'll see a try-in before your final dentures are made.
Most people return to a wide variety of foods. Start with softer foods cut into small pieces, then work up to your favorites. Implant-supported dentures offer the strongest bite if you want extra stability.
Dentures for seniors
Many insurance plans cover the full cost of dentures for seniors. Call our Miami Gardens office and we’ll check yours — before any treatment begins.