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There are many advantages to getting dentures, especially if you are missing any or all of your natural teeth. Not only can dentures help improve your speech and make eating easier, but they can also boost your self-confidence by supporting your beautiful smile.

If you are considering the personal advantages of dentures, you may be wondering how much they will cost. While this is a commonly asked question, there is unfortunately no standard answer. The cost of getting dentures will vary on a person-by-person basis, depending on the type of denture that you are interested in getting and your personal finances.

This article will provide an overview of the cost of different types of dentures and take a look at what external factors might impact the price.

Maintaining good oral hygiene is crucial for living a healthy life. Not only does it lead to more pleasant breath, but it also has a serious impact on your health. Bad oral hygiene can lead to cavities, gum disease, persistent pain, and, in severe cases, tooth decay.

Whether you had a painful tooth extracted, lost a tooth in a sporting accident, or simply are losing teeth due to age, dentures can improve your everyday quality of life. A proper fitting pair of dentures can help improve your speech, make eating easier, and prevent your remaining natural teeth from shifting into the wrong places.

So, what will a pair of well-fitting dentures cost?

Factors That Influence the Cost of Dentures in Alberta

If you are curious about how much dentures cost in Alberta, there are a few factors to consider that will impact their cost.

1. The type of denture

While the price of dentures vary, the more complex the denture is, the more it will cost. For example, a partial denture will typically cost less than a complete denture, because partial dentures replace fewer teeth and usually take less time to build.

2. The number of teeth being replaced

As you might expect, the cost of dentures will increase in correlation with the number of teeth needing to get replaced. On average in Canada, a single tooth cost approximately $350 to replace.

3. The materials used to craft the denture

Dentures are made from a variety of materials, with the most common being resin and porcelain. Each material has its own unique benefits, so it’s important to consult an experienced denturist when making your decision.

4. Personal insurance coverage

Some Albertans will have denture coverage on their personal insurance plans. Every insurance company offers a different amount of coverage, usually varying on per-person or per-company basis.

Complete dentures are common amongst patients who are missing all their teeth due to serious gum disease or tooth decay. They sit against the patient’s gums and can be removed as needed, unlike denture implants.

Complete dentures in Alberta can cost anywhere between $1,000 and $3,000, depending on the make of the denture.

As their name suggests, partial dentures are an appropriate option for patients who still have some of their natural teeth remaining. They’re comprised of a pink-ish colour base that is attached to a piece of metal. Both these pieces together are what hold the dentures securely inside your mouth.

The cost of partial dentures in Alberta is typically between $700 and $3,500, but this will fluctuate greatly depending on how many natural teeth the patient has remaining.

While denture implants vary the most in price, they are usually the most expensive type of denture because of their complex manufacturing process. These dentures are anchored to the patient’s jaw after the inflicted teeth are surgically extracted.

Dental implants are the next best thing to natural teeth. Some of the benefits of dentures attached to implants are better stability when eating, less food seepage in and around the teeth, better bone preservation, decreased gum tissue shrinkage, and better dietary nutrition. Additionally, implants usually feel more like natural teeth and can help improve the patient’s confidence.

While the price varies greatly, the typical cost of dental implants in Alberta is in the range of $3,000 to $5,000.

There are two main types of dentures available today: standard and complex. Standard dentures fit comfortably and function reasonably well. However they are constructed using physiological averages on a non-adjustable articulator and offer more of an artificial function for articulation and chewing.

Complex dentures, on the other hand, are made to be as much like your natural teeth as possible. They can help restore self-confidence while also improving your bite and speech functions.

These two types of dentures vary in price because of the techniques used to make them. While standard dentures are crafted using a standard technique, complex dentures use more technology-based techniques, such as digital jaw records and a pin tracer. Due to their simpler manufacturing process, standard dentures usually cost less than complex dentures.

Depending on the needs and wants of the patient, these dentures can vary in price, but are usually between the range of $3,200 and $5,000.

The out-of-pocket patient cost for a new pair of dentures will vary on a patient-by-patient basis, influenced by the patient’s personal insurance coverage. Most insurance plans cover a different amount of your denture’s overall cost, making it extremely difficult to provide an exact quote for dentures before coming in for a consultation.

Luckily, here at Olds Denture & Implant Centre, we can submit a preauthorization request to your insurance company in order to determine how much of your dentures will be covered before you start treatment.

Getting dentures is a big financial investment. That’s why we offer our patients free consultations here at Olds Denture & Implant Centre, so you can feel confident that you are making the best-informed decision for your oral health. You will also be given a more precise estimate of what your chosen type of dentures will cost, and we can even submit a preauthorization request to your insurance company to determine how much of your dentures will be covered.

If you are interested in learning more about what range of dentures will best fit your needs and your budget, or if you are ready to book your free consultation, get in touch with the friendly and professional team at Olds Denture & Implant Centre by giving us a call at (403) 791-3303.