Dentures in Leicester

We provide full and partial dentures designed to fit comfortably, look completely natural and give patients back the confidence to eat, speak and smile without thinking twice.

Dentures have changed a lot. The modern versions are nothing like the old pink-acrylic plates that previous generations wore. They look natural, they fit properly, and depending on the material, they can feel almost like having your own teeth back.

We offer the full range. Traditional acrylic dentures for affordability, lightweight cobalt chrome for comfort, flexible nylon for patients who can’t tolerate hard materials, and implant-retained dentures that snap onto implants for absolute stability.

The right choice depends on your individual case. We’ll talk through all the options at consultation and recommend what will work best for your life, not the most expensive option on the list.

What Happens at a Dentures Appointment at EverySmile

Your journey starts with a thorough assessment of your mouth, your remaining teeth, your gum tissue and a detailed conversation about which type of denture is most appropriate for your situation. We take the time to understand exactly what you are looking for before anything is planned or agreed.

Precise impressions of your mouth are taken and sent to our dental laboratory where your custom dentures are made to fit your mouth specifically. You return for fitting appointments where the fit, bite and appearance are checked carefully and any adjustments needed are made before the final dentures are delivered. Getting dentures right takes a little time and several appointments. At EverySmile we never rush that process because a rushed result is one that does not fit properly, and that benefits nobody.

What Your Denture Treatment Includes

  • Full assessment and treatment planning: Our dentist examines your mouth thoroughly, assesses your remaining teeth and gum tissue and gives you an honest recommendation on the most appropriate type of denture for your specific situation before anything is agreed.
  • Precise impressions: Detailed impressions of your mouth are taken to ensure your custom dentures are made to fit your individual anatomy as accurately as possible. The quality of the impressions directly affects the quality of the fit.
  • Laboratory fabrication: Your dentures are crafted in a specialist dental laboratory to the precise specifications taken from your impressions, with the shade, shape and size of the teeth matched carefully to complement your appearance.
  • Fitting and adjustment appointments: Once your dentures arrive from the laboratory, they are fitted carefully, your bite and comfort are assessed and any adjustments needed are made before the final dentures are confirmed and delivered.
  • Ongoing support: If your dentures need any adjustments after you have been wearing them for a while, we are here to help. Getting the fit right over the first few weeks is a normal part of the process and our team is always available to make any refinements needed.

When Do People Consider Dentures?

For most patients it is a decision that arrives gradually. Teeth that have been failing for some time and have reached the point where they need to come out. A gap or multiple gaps that have been making eating certain foods difficult or affecting confidence in social situations. Some patients come to us having already had extractions elsewhere and needing a replacement solution that fits properly and looks natural.

Others arrive having been wearing dentures for years that have never quite felt right. Either they were not made well in the first place, or the fit has deteriorated over time as the jaw has changed shape. An ill-fitting denture is not just uncomfortable — it affects eating, speaking and confidence in a way that builds quietly over time until it becomes a daily frustration. If any of that sounds familiar, it is worth having your current dentures assessed and exploring whether a better-fitting solution is available.

The Benefits of Well-Made Dentures

  • Restores the ability to eat comfortably: Missing multiple teeth makes a significant difference to what you can eat and how you eat it. Well-fitted dentures restore a level of function that makes meals genuinely enjoyable again.
  • A natural-looking result: Modern denture materials and fabrication techniques produce results that look far more natural than previous generations of patients experienced. Matched carefully to your gum tissue and facial structure, good dentures should be indistinguishable from natural teeth.
  • Supports the shape of the face: When multiple teeth are lost, the jawbone gradually resorbs and the soft tissues of the face begin to change shape over time. Dentures provide support to the lips and cheeks and help maintain facial structure.
  • A non-surgical option for tooth replacement: For patients who are not suitable for implants or who prefer to avoid surgery, dentures provide a reliable and established tooth replacement option that does not require any surgical procedure.
  • A stepping stone to implant treatment: Many patients start with conventional dentures and later upgrade to implant-retained dentures or a full arch implant restoration when they are ready. Dentures and implant treatment are not mutually exclusive — one can lead naturally to the other.
  • Improved confidence in daily life: The psychological impact of missing teeth is something patients rarely talk about openly but feel deeply. Dentures that fit well and look natural give people their confidence back in conversations, at mealtimes and in photographs.

Denture Options Available at EverySmile

Full dentures: A complete set of upper or lower teeth for patients who have lost all of their natural teeth in one arch. Full dentures are custom-made to fit as securely as possible and to match the natural appearance of the gum tissue as closely as possible.

Partial dentures: A partial denture replaces one or more missing teeth in a mouth where healthy natural teeth still remain. It clips onto the surrounding natural teeth using small clasps and can be removed for cleaning. A cost-effective and non-surgical option for patients who have gaps they would like to fill without committing to implants or a fixed bridge.

Implant-retained dentures: For patients who find conventional dentures unstable or uncomfortable, implant-retained dentures use a small number of dental implants as anchor points to hold the denture firmly in place. This dramatically improves stability, comfort and confidence and is one of the most transformative upgrades a long-term denture wearer can make.

Patients Travel to Us From Right Across Leicestershire

EverySmile Dental is based in Ratby, a short and easy drive from Groby, Glenfield, Kirby Muxloe, Markfield, Anstey and Leicester Forest East. Patients also come to us from Braunstone Town, Blaby and Coalville, particularly those who want dentures made by a team that takes the time to get the fit genuinely right rather than rushing the process.

Free on-site parking is available at every visit and evening appointments on Wednesdays and Thursdays mean fitting your denture appointments around your working week is far more straightforward than you might expect.

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Spread the Cost of Dentures Treatment with Dental Finance

The treatment you’ve been putting off doesn’t have to wait until you’ve saved every penny. The cost of new dentures should never be a reason to continue struggling with ones that do not fit properly. We’ve partnered with Tabeo to give patients flexible monthly payment plans on most treatments at EverySmile.

 

  • 0% interest on eligible plans up to 12 months
  • Longer plans up to 36 months at a representative 9.9% APR (subject to status)
  • Two-minute online application with a soft credit check, no paperwork at the practice
  • No pressure to commit at your consultation

 

We talk through your finance options alongside your treatment options at your consultation. You leave with a clear picture of both, and all the time you need to decide.

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Registering with EverySmile means your care is planned properly, explained clearly and always delivered by a team that knows your face and your history.

 

Whether you’re joining us for routine check-ups, a one-off cosmetic treatment or something more involved, your first visit is built around understanding your teeth and agreeing a clear plan together. No assumptions, no rush.

New to the area, switching from another practice or choosing private dentistry for the first time? We make every step of the process straightforward.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dentures in Leicester

Most patients take between four and eight weeks to feel fully comfortable with new dentures. In the early stages it is normal to experience some soreness, increased saliva production and minor difficulties with speech and eating. These things settle as your mouth adjusts. If soreness or fitting problems persist beyond the initial adjustment period, come back and see us and we will make any adjustments needed.

Yes. If your denture breaks or a tooth comes loose, contact us as soon as possible. Many repairs can be carried out quickly and in some cases on the same day depending on the nature of the damage. Avoid trying to repair a denture yourself with household adhesives as this can make professional repair significantly more difficult.

Remove your dentures at night and clean them with a soft denture brush and a mild denture cleaner. Soaking them overnight in a denture cleaning solution keeps them fresh and helps maintain their shape. Your gums and any remaining natural teeth should also be cleaned carefully each day. Our hygienist will give you full guidance on maintaining your dentures and oral hygiene at your appointments.

Dentures are one of three main options for replacing missing teeth, alongside dental bridges and dental implants. Each option has advantages depending on your situation, the number of teeth missing, your overall dental health and your budget. During your consultation we will walk you through all available options honestly so you can make the decision that is right for your circumstances.

Yes. Many patients start with conventional dentures and later upgrade to implant-retained dentures or a full implant restoration when they are ready. Our implantologist will assess your suitability during a consultation and advise on the most appropriate implant approach for your situation. There is no commitment required and no pressure to upgrade before you feel ready.

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