Gonzales Dental Care

Dentures & Partials in Gonzales, CA

Replacing many teeth — or all of them — is as much about the follow-through as the fitting. We stay with you through the adjustment.

Full or partial — matched to what you actually need

  • A partial denture replaces some missing teeth and clasps onto the ones you still have. It keeps your remaining teeth from drifting and gives you back real chewing surface.
  • A full denture replaces the whole arch, upper or lower, resting directly on the gums.
  • An immediate denture is made before extractions and placed the same day, so you’re never without teeth while you heal.

Which one fits isn’t just about how many teeth are missing — it’s about the health of the ones left, the shape of your ridge, and your budget. That’s the conversation at the exam, with prices on paper before you decide anything.

The part nobody tells you about

A denture is not a set-and-forget appliance. New dentures come with a break-in period — sore spots, practice words, learning to bite an apple again — and we schedule adjustment visits to smooth out exactly those problems. Over the years, your gums slowly change shape underneath, so a denture that fit perfectly in year one may rock in year five. A reline refreshes the fit without replacing the denture.

If you’re wearing an old denture right now that slips or hurts, you don’t need to live with it. Bring it in: sometimes the fix is a reline, sometimes it’s time for a new one, and we’ll tell you which honestly. Call (831) 240-0865 or request an appointment.

Questions we hear a lot

How long does it take to get used to dentures?
Give it a few weeks to a couple of months. Early on there’s extra saliva, some sore spots, and relearning how to chew and speak — all normal, and all things we help with. Adjustment visits are part of the deal, not an extra.
Should I sleep in my dentures?
No. Your gums need the overnight break, and the denture needs the cleaning. Take them out at night, brush them, and let them soak. Your gum health — and your breath — will thank you.
Can I get dentures the same day my teeth are removed?
Often yes — that’s called an immediate denture, made ahead of time and placed the day of the extractions so you never go without teeth. It will need relines as your gums heal and shrink, and we’ll schedule those from the start so it’s not a surprise.
How long do dentures last?
The denture itself typically serves five to ten years, but your gums and bone keep changing underneath it, so expect relines along the way. When a denture starts rocking, slipping, or causing sore spots, bring it in — a reline is far cheaper than waiting until it’s unwearable.
What do dentures cost?
It depends on whether you need a full or partial denture and what preparation your mouth needs first. You’ll get a written, all-in treatment plan before anything starts. No insurance? Ask about our in-house savings plan.

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