Dentures have a reputation shaped largely by the ones people remember from decades ago — bulky, obviously artificial, prone to slipping at the worst moment. Modern dentures are a considerable improvement, and the options available today go well beyond a single kind of appliance.
We provide full dentures, partial dentures, immediate dentures, and implant-supported dentures at our Marrero office, along with repairs and relines. Whichever direction is right for you, the aim is the same: teeth that let you eat what you want and smile without thinking about it.
A complete set replacing all the teeth in an upper arch, a lower arch, or both. Full dentures restore the ability to chew and speak, and they support the facial structure that tends to collapse inward when all the teeth are gone.
Getting the fit right takes time and adjustment appointments, and we’d rather spend that time than hand you something that almost works.
When you still have healthy natural teeth, a partial denture fills in around them. It’s removable, it clasps securely to your remaining teeth, and it prevents those teeth from drifting into the open spaces.
Partials are custom-shaded to match your natural teeth, so the transition between the two isn’t obvious.
If teeth need to be removed, an immediate denture is prepared in advance and placed the same day the extractions are performed. You don’t go without teeth during the healing period.
Immediate dentures do require relining after the tissue has healed and settled — the shape of your gums changes significantly in the months following extractions. We’ll plan for that from the start so it’s an expected step rather than an unwelcome surprise. Learn about extractions →
This is the option we’d point out to anyone frustrated by a conventional denture that moves.
Rather than resting on the gums and relying on suction, an implant-supported denture snaps onto dental implants placed in the jaw. The difference in stability is substantial — you can bite into things you’d otherwise avoid, and the denture stays where it belongs when you talk and laugh.
We restore implant-supported dentures; we do not place the implants. Surgical placement is handled by one of two local oral surgeons we partner with, and we coordinate the treatment plan with them directly. Learn about dental implants →
We offer both. If your denture has cracked, chipped, or lost a tooth, bring it in — many repairs can be handled quickly.
Relines are the maintenance most denture wearers eventually need. Your jawbone and gum tissue change shape gradually over the years, and a denture that fit perfectly when it was made will eventually fit loosely. A reline refits the base to your current tissue rather than replacing the whole appliance.
If your denture is loose, sore in a particular spot, or clicking when you talk, that’s worth an appointment. Continuing to wear a poorly fitting denture leads to sore spots and accelerated bone loss.
Most people need a few weeks. Speaking and eating feel unfamiliar at first and improve steadily with practice. Some sore spots early on are normal — come see us and we’ll adjust rather than have you tolerate it.
They shouldn’t. Modern denture teeth are shaded and shaped to look natural, and we can work with you on the shade, shape, and arrangement so the result suits your face.
Typically five to ten years, though relines along the way are normal and expected as your tissue changes. Regular checkups help us catch fit problems before they cause sore spots or bone loss.
We generally recommend removing them overnight to give your gum tissue a chance to rest and recover. Your dentist will advise you based on your specific situation.
Call us at 504-341-3120. We handle repairs, and many can be turned around quickly. Please don’t attempt to repair a denture at home with household adhesives — it usually makes a professional repair harder.
Yes. We check the fit of your denture, examine your gum tissue and jaw, and perform an oral cancer screening. Those screenings matter regardless of whether you have natural teeth.
Call 504-341-3120 to schedule a consultation at our Marrero office. We see patients from Harvey, Gretna, Metairie, and greater New Orleans.