For patients missing most or all of their teeth, dentures remain a reliable, affordable option that restores the ability to eat, speak, and smile with confidence. At Aster Dental Centre in SE Edmonton, Dr. Khushali Bhanushali, DDS, fabricate custom full and partial dentures at 1265 Aster Blvd for patients across Tamarack, Crystallina Nera, and broader Edmonton. The practice is open 7 days a week and direct-bills all major Canadian insurers.
Aster Dental Centre provides full dentures (replacing all teeth in an arch), partial dentures (replacing some teeth while remaining natural teeth are retained), and immediate dentures (placed the same day as extractions). The right option depends on how many teeth are missing, the health of any remaining teeth, and personal preference regarding aesthetics and function.
Full dentures rest on the gum ridge and are held in place by suction and the fit of the acrylic base. Partial dentures use metal or flexible clasps to anchor to remaining teeth. For patients seeking more stability, implant-supported dentures are an option that anchors the prosthesis to 2 to 4 implants per arch, eliminating slippage without adhesive.
The denture process at Aster Dental Centre typically takes 4 to 6 weeks and involves 4 to 5 appointments. The first visit includes full impressions of your jaw and a bite registration. These measurements are sent to the dental laboratory, where technicians fabricate a wax trial denture. At the second appointment, the wax trial is tried in your mouth and evaluated for fit, bite, and aesthetics before any final materials are committed.
Once you approve the trial, the final acrylic denture is fabricated and delivered at a subsequent appointment. Most patients need at least one or two adjustment visits in the weeks following delivery as the gums settle and pressure points become apparent. Dr. Bhanushali includes these adjustments at no additional charge.
Most patients at Aster Dental Centre notice significant improvement in comfort and confidence within 2 to 4 weeks of receiving new dentures. The first week is typically the most challenging: eating soft foods, speaking carefully, and managing mild soreness while the gums adapt. Reading aloud for 10 to 15 minutes daily helps accelerate speech adjustment.
Full denture wearers often need adhesive during the initial break-in period. As the fit settles, most patients find adhesive unnecessary. If soreness persists beyond the first week, call the clinic to book an adjustment. Well-fitting dentures should not cause constant sore spots.
Dentures at Aster Dental Centre in Edmonton range from $1,500 to $4,500 CAD depending on whether they are partial or full, and the quality of the materials used. Most Canadian dental plans cover dentures at 50% of the eligible fee, subject to the annual maximum. Aster Dental Centre direct-bills Manulife, Sun Life, Canada Life, Green Shield, and all major insurers.
For patients without insurance or who need help with the remaining balance, 0% financing is available. Immediate dentures (placed the same day as extractions) may cost slightly more due to the additional planning involved, but allow patients to leave with teeth rather than going through a healing period without them.
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