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I have talked to many, many patients who have had denture problems that have not been solved with a new set of dentures (sometimes multiple sets).

Some patients who contact me ask me what questions they should be asking a dentist before having dentures made.

In response to this I have suggested that patients would ask a dentist proposing to make dentures for them the following questions. They are a good way to gauge if the dentist takes a particular interest in this area of dentistry. The vast majority of dentists do their absolute best to provide a high level of treatment to all their patients however, being a general dentist their expertise may not lie in the area of denture construction:

We will reveal the question, a good answer (the answer you should expect from a good dentist) and the TDIC answer (this answer is what you can expect if you come to The Denture and Implant Clinic:

01. Do you make a lot of dentures each year?

02. Will I get to meet with the denture technician direct?

03. How close is the dental laboratory to the clinic?

04. Impressions tend to distort, what do you do to prevent this?

05. The bite on a denture can be very difficult to record, how do you go about this?

06. How do you ensure the appearance of the denture is life-like?

07. If the finished dentures need adjustments how is this done?

08. Can you provide dental implant treatment if I require it?

09. Do you provide 3D dentures™?

The above questions are really suggestions to stimulate a discussion between the dentist and patient. If the dentist is willing to spend time answering these questions and is knowledgeable about the answers it is more likely he will spend more time with you to ensure the best results. If you are in any doubt we offer a free consultation with no obligation, you are more than welcome to come along and get another opinion.