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The Georgetown Denture Clinic
The Georgetown Denture Clinic has been serving Georgetown and surrounding areas since 1982. Alexander Trenton is a licensed Denturist, providing quality denture services, directl y to the public. He makes new complete and partial dentures, implant dentures, relines and repairs existing dentures, adjusts and cleans dentures. He also makes custom sports mouth guards and anti-snoring appliances. Alex makes everything himself, from start to finish, in his modern state-of-the-art dental lab, which is located right on the premises. Alex personally handles every step from the first impression, to the final adjustments. He is an expert in design, and fabrication, to give you the custom cosmetic denture you deserve.
But dentures don’t last forever. It might look like they are still in great condition, however it is not the appearance that causes problems.
Over time, your mouth goes through considerable changes. Tissue shrinkage and loss of underlying bone (resorption) on which your dentures rest will occur. Since your dentures do not change, they may no longer fit like they once did.
The removable prosthesis is made of a hard, rigid material. Your face, mouth and jaw, on the other hand, change over the years. Because it cannot adapt to these changes and because artificial teeth wear down with time, a prosthesis cannot do its job effectively for more than about five years.
Worn out dentures can cause improper fit and bite which can lead to other problems. They can also cause changes in your ability to bite, your speech and your appearance.
Replacing your natural teeth is more than trusting someone with your smile… Your appearance, your looks, your whole image is at stake. Alex is committed to creating dentures that fit well, look attractive and allow you to maintain a healthy mouth. If you or someone you care about requires dentures, or if you wear dentures and are  experiencing problems, you should give our office a call. When consulting a Denturist, a referral from a health-care professional is not required.
Simply contact our office directly. We do not charge for consultations, and would be happy to discuss your denture needs.
Creating Confident Smiles Since 1982
Exam & Consultation
 Consultation and Oral Exam
Before any work is started, an appointment is set up to discuss exactly what is needed, expectations and varoius options that are available. At this visit all costs are specifically discussed, and if a patient has insurance coverage, an estimate can be submitted on the patients behalf. A preliminary intra-oral examination is performed to asses the clinical situation. If any oral disease is prevalent, or preparation or restoration is needed on natural teeth, the patient is then referred to the appropriate professional health specialist. This is to ensure the patient is in good oral health before commencing with the measurement procedures of denture construction. Periodic assessment and maintenance of the dentures are recommended, to ensure that the prosthetic is both fitting and working well. An annual check up is advised.
Poorly fitting dentures can lead to bite problems, speech impediments, and tissue irritation, as well as digestive issues. If left unchecked, these problems can lead to complicated health problems in the future. Repair, Relines, Rebases
Denture Repairs
In most cases, your Denturist can restore an existing broken or cracked denture to its original state. Repairs may be required when breakage or chipping occurs, when one or more teeth need to be added to an existing denture (due to tooth extraction), or because of wear and tear.
Most repairs can easily be done in one day. If your denture requires a repair, it may be indicative of underlying problems, including age of the denture, worn teeth, or poor fit. Your Denturist is the professional who can best how to prevent denture breakage from occurring.
Repairs are done quickly in our lab located right on the premises.
Denture Rebase, Relines
Rebasing is usually done when the denture teeth have not worn out in comparison to the denture base material. It is a process of retrofitting dentures by replacing all of the acrylic denture base with new acrylic, which provides a stable denture without replacing the denture teeth.
Relining affects only the fit of your denture and will not change the appearance.
Relines are required when tissue changes occur due to resorption (shrinkage). This can be due to:
- loss of weight
- loss of teeth
- loss of bone
- ageing
- disease or illness
Broken, worn or ill-fitting dentures need not always be replaced. In fact. Your Denturist can assess very quickly if you’re a candidate for a rebase, reline or repair. Relines can be done the same day, in our own lab located right on the premises.
* Not all dentures can be relined. Consult Alex and The Georgetown Denture Clinic about the condition of your present dentures. Partial Dentures
A removable partial denture is usually made to replace one or more teeth, and is customized to a patient’s specific requirements.
Removable partial dentures restore a person’s natural appearance and greatly improve the ability to chew and speak clearly.
Type and Style of Partials
- A partial denture may be tooth-supported or tooth and tissue-supported. There are significant differences between these two types of dentures. These differences are best explained by your Denturist.
- The number of teeth remaining, the position and the stability of the teeth are only a few of the factors that help to determine what style or type of partial denture would be best for you.
- Partials can be made of different materials, including acrylics, a metal/acrylic combination.
- Acrylic partials are usually used as a transitional or temporary replacement of missing teeth, depending on your personal circumstances.
 The metal/acrylic partial- commonly called a cast partial – is usually a more rigid and permanent style of denture. The metal is either a highly compatible chrome cobalt alloy or titanium, which are both ultra thin, light and very strong.
All partials are designed to be removable and should be removed nightly to contribute to healthy oral environment.
With newer designs, materials and techniques, partials are more comfortable than ever before.
THE BENEFITS OF PARTIALS
- Partial dentures do not harm remaining natural teeth. A partial denture may prevent your natural teeth from shifting or drifting into the space left by the loss of a natural tooth. In fact, a partial denture may help maintain the position of your natural teeth by providing them with additional support.
- With a partial denture, you’ll look better, feel better and chew better! And that would make anyone smile!
Full or Complete Dentures
Tooth loss can occur for many reasons (periodontal disease, decay or trauma). Dentures have been used to replace missing teeth for many years now.
When all your teeth are missing a full, or complete denture is used to replace them. They are generally made from acrylic resins. The teeth are made of special acrylic or porcelain. There are many steps to making a set of dentures/ It usually takes 5 visits, as denture fabrication needs to be done in stages.
Steps in Making Dentures:
1st Appointment
- Consultation and exam and Impressions
- Discussion of what type of denture is needed
- Price and method of payment is agreed upon. Mouth tissues are examined and noted in the patients file. Health questionnaire is completed and any special needs are noted. Patient is referred to another dental professional if needed, for extraction or dental work. If patient is ready to begin, impressions are taken.
- Impressions are required to make stone models which are duplicates of your tissues and ridges. Upon these models, the various stages of denture construction are performed. Your impressions may be taken in two stages (preliminary and final)
2nd appointment: “Bite”
- During this appointment, your denturist must accurately establish your “vertical dimension” and your upper and lower jaw relationship (bite). Instead of asking you to bite into wax, your denturist may suggest a tracing method because it more accurately records your bite. This measurement will eventually be transferred to your new dentures. Proper bite important for proper fit.
3rd appointment: “Try-in”
- The upper six front teeth, that you and your denturist selected, are the teeth most prominently seen by you and others. As a result, they are the first to be set in wax, During this appointment, you may try these teeth and view them for appearance only. Any desired changes and realignments can be made a this step.
- Your teeth are set in the position that will best complement you. The denturist considers the position of the center line (centering the two main front teeth), proper tooth lengths, and sets the teeth at their appropriate angle which in turn provides support for your lips.
- Colour and shape and size of teeth are determined
4th appointment: “Final Try-in”
- All the teeth are set into wax, and you can now “try in: these wax dentures. It is the best way to preview your dentures because you actually get to wear them before they are set into hard acrylic. You and your denturist will observe the overall appearance, the vertical measurement, and the bite of the teeth. It is highly recommended that you bring a spouse or friend to this appointment to provide and extra opinion.
5th Appointment- “Insert”
- At this appointment, you receive your new, finished dentures. They will be highly polished and will usually have stippling to make the gums look more natural. Your dentures will now be checked for any areas of possible pressure, and for proper occlusion (bite). With your new dentures, you will receive instructions for proper maintenance, a denture cup, a denture brush and cleaners.
- Adjustments: Adjustments are usually necessary because new dentures often need to settle in at first. It is strongly suggested that any denture adjustment you require be attended to without delay- it is all part of the service, at the Georgetown Denture Clinic
Implant Retained Dentures
Millions of people experience difficulties associated with missing teeth. These difficulties can severely undermine your self-confidence and quality of life.
Missing teeth can compromise your health, eating habits, speech and appearance. When teeth are lost, bone loss usually occurs, which in turn can affect your denture. This can result in the denture becoming loose, which may cause difficulty in stabilization of the denture, decreased chewing ability, and deterioration of the jaw structure over time.
The preferred method of tooth replacement is the dental implant. In short, dental implant are a substitute for tooth roots, and form a stable foundation for permanent replacement of teeth. They also act as a support for full and partial dentures, since the implant integrate with the bone to act as an anchor for the replacement teeth.
Dental implant can also help preserve the bone by providing stimulation that was previously provided by the natural tooth root system. This helps to maintain the integrity of your facial structure.
Dental implant are the closest possible replacement for natural teeth, and the best way to restore you natural smile. The cost of these implant has become very affordable. Ask your Denturist about how dental implant might be the right solution for you.
WHY ARE DENTAL implant A GOOD CHOICE?
- Implant retained dentures are more stable and “real” feeling than most types of dentures. implant are a proven restoration option with a long, clinical history and an excellent success rate.
- Dental implant can be used to replace a single lost tooth or many missing teeth. Man patients who have chosen implant- supported teeth report they are happy and comfortable for the first time since the loss of their natural teeth.
BENEFITS OF DENTAL implant
- improved oral health, ability to eat, appearance and self-esteem
- increased denture comfort
- denture stability is increased
- help prevent bone loss
- resorption of tissue is reduced
- your mouth is restored to a natural state which allows superior long-term aesthetics, enhancing the beauty of your natural smile and quality of your life
There are different types of implant available, give our office a call to discuss which one may be right for you.
Soft Liner Insert- Lower dentures
A permanent soft liner is a layer of soft material that is fitted to the surface of a denture and rests next to the oral tissues. In short, a soft liner acts as a cushion or shock absorber between the hard plastic base of a denture and the gums. Soft liners can be used in the fabrication of new dentures or placed in existing dentures.
IS A SOFT LINER RIGHT FOR YOU?
- Permanent soft liners provide comfort and relief for individuals with:
- Severely receded or flat gums that do not tolerate the stress of dentures
- Chronic soreness
- Gums with prominent or sharp bony areas
ADVANTAGES OF SOFT LINERS
- Greater comfort (a significant number of denture wearers with chronic discomfort have experience great relief)
- Clinical evidence indicates that almost everyone tolerates soft liner materials
- With soft liners, many denture wearers report that they can chew food more comfortably
- A proven technology, soft liners have been offered to patients for over 20 years, and over that time the materials and technology have steadily improved
Because you deserve your denture to feel as comfortable as possible. Ask Alex if a soft-liner insert is right for you.
 Cast Metal Palate and full Upper Denture
Cast metal palates, made from chrome-cobalt or titanium, have many benefits. Other then being stronger than acrylic, and therefore offer protection against breakage, they also offer these benefits:
- Bulk reduction, allowing greater tongue space.
- Better perception of taste through increased food-tongue contact.
- Improved initial phonetics and speaking
- Accelerated perception of food and drink temperature. Plastic insulates, whereas metal conducts temperature better.
- Also, superior fit and suction development. Cast metal fits more precisely than plastics. Cast metal is far denser with greater molecular integrity than any plastic and is therefore less prone to bacterial residue retention.
Ask Alex if a cast palate is right for you.
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