Full and Partial Dentures in Reisterstown, MD

Which Type of Denture Do You Need?

The right denture depends mainly on how many healthy natural teeth you have and whether those teeth can stay in place. Some patients need to replace every tooth in an upper or lower arch. Others need to fill several gaps while keeping healthy teeth.

Should You Consider Implant-Supported Dentures Instead?

Implant-supported dentures attach to dental implants, which makes them more stable than a conventional removable denture. They are worth discussing if you are concerned about a denture shifting while you eat or speak.

The right choice depends on your oral health, bone availability, and treatment goals. Our team can explain how conventional dentures compare with implant-supported options and whether dental implants may be appropriate for you.

What Happens When You Get Dentures at Our Reisterstown Office?

Getting dentures usually takes several visits. We evaluate your mouth, plan any treatment you need first, and adjust your dentures so your new teeth fit as comfortably and naturally as possible.

1. We examine your teeth, gums, and jaw

   Dr. Fishman checks your oral health and discusses what you want from your new dentures. A 3D CBCT scan may be recommended when we need a closer look at your bone or other structures.

2. We prepare your mouth if treatment is needed

   Some patients need tooth extractions before dentures or treatment to protect the remaining teeth. Dr. Fishman’s residency training included oral surgery, so many of these procedures can be completed in our office. If you feel anxious about dental treatment, ask about our sedation options.

3. We take impressions and bite records

   Impressions and bite records show us how your dentures should fit and how your teeth should come together. We use digital or conventional impressions for dentures. We try for digital when possible.

4. You review the appearance and fit

   A try-in lets you see how your new teeth look and discuss tooth position and other details before the denture is completed.

5. We fit and adjust your dentures

   Once your dentures are ready, we check the fit and your bite and make adjustments for your comfort.

6. We continue to adjust the fit as your mouth changes

   As your gums change after extractions and healing, adjustments or a denture reline help maintain a proper fit.

What Is It Like to Wear New Dentures?

New dentures take some getting used to. They may feel bulky at first, and you may notice extra saliva, mild soreness, or changes in the way certain words sound. These issues usually improve as your mouth adjusts, but persistent sore spots should be checked rather than ignored.

Can You Eat With Dentures?

Yes, although it helps to give yourself time to learn. Begin with softer foods cut into smaller pieces. Chew slowly and use both sides of your mouth so the denture does not tip.

Speaking may also feel different at first, and reading aloud can help you adjust. If soreness or excessive movement continues, call us. A small adjustment may improve your comfort.

How Do You Care for Your Dentures?

Clean your dentures every day and keep up with regular checkups. The American Dental Association recommends daily denture care to keep dentures clean and protect your mouth.

• Remove and clean your dentures every day with a denture brush and non-abrasive denture cleaner.
• Soak removable dentures overnight as directed.
• Handle dentures over a folded towel or basin of water so they are less likely to break if dropped.
• Continue brushing your gums, tongue, and natural teeth.
• Keep up with regular checkups so we can check the fit of your dentures and examine your mouth, including an oral cancer screening when appropriate.
• Avoid abrasive toothpaste and very hot water. Ask our team if you are unsure which cleaning products to use.

Do You Repair and Reline Dentures in Reisterstown?

Yes. Bring your loose, cracked, uncomfortable, or damaged denture to our Reisterstown office, including dentures originally made elsewhere. We will check whether it needs an adjustment, reline, repair, or replacement.

Do not wait until your denture becomes unusable. Changes in fit, recurring sore spots, cracks, or instability are all reasons to have it checked.

A denture reline reshapes the surface that rests against your gums so the denture fits your mouth more closely. Relining may become necessary as your gums and jaw change over time.

According to Cleveland Clinic guidance on dentures, the average denture lasts about seven to 10 years, although changes in your mouth and the denture’s condition affect when replacement is needed.

How Much Do Dentures Cost in Reisterstown?

The cost of dentures depends on the type of denture, the materials, and whether you need extractions or other treatment first. After evaluating your needs, our team provides a written estimate so you understand your expected costs before treatment begins.

We accept all major dental insurance plans, and patients without insurance are welcome. Many dental plans provide some coverage for dentures, although deductibles, annual maximums, waiting periods, and replacement schedules affect what your plan pays.

Original Medicare generally does not cover dentures. Some Medicare Advantage plans include dental benefits, but coverage varies by plan. Maryland Medicaid does not cover dentures for adults age 21 and older, although the Maryland Healthy Smiles Dental Program lists denture adjustments among its covered adult services.

If you are paying out of pocket or managing costs your insurance does not cover, ask our team about Sunbit financing and the Kleer membership plan. If you are visiting us for the first time, you can review information for new patients in Reisterstown before your appointment.

How Do You Find Our Denture Office in Reisterstown?

Brilliant Smiles of Maryland is at 11813 Reisterstown Rd, Reisterstown, MD 21136, in the Chestnut Hill Shopping Center on Reisterstown Road (MD 140), near I-795.

If you are looking for denture care near you in Reisterstown, our office provides new dentures, evaluations, adjustments, relines, and repairs. We also welcome denture patients from Owings Mills, Pikesville, and Glyndon.