Denture Rebase & Repairs

Rebase

Rebasing may be recommended when the teeth of your denture are still in good condition and have not worn out in comparison to the denture base material. Rebasing is the process of replacing the entire acrylic denture base providing a stable denture without replacing the denture teeth. A rebase for a denture maybe required if your denture is old or is cracked. A rebase is very similar to relining, the difference being that, a rebase replaces all the pink-acrylic denture base material instead of just the lining.

Reasons for the rebase procedure may include:

• Broken or damaged denture
• Weakened or old pink denture base
• Replacement of an immediate denture

Denture Repairs

A variety of circumstance can lead to a damaged denture and should be addressed immediately. Denture repair restores a fractured or damaged denture close to its original condition. Dr. Seim and Dr. Wallace can often provide denture repair procedures on a same-day basis. Our Dentists will advise you of the condition of your denture and will recommend steps needed in preventing further breakage.

Temporary Dentures

If your denture needs a rebase or a repair, we may advise using temporary dentures to keep you smiling and speaking comfortably while the lab work is completed. Temporary dentures are short-term appliances used during healing or fabrication of your final prosthesis; they help maintain appearance and function and can be adjusted as your gums settle. We’ll review fit, bite, and hygiene at each visit so your transition to the finished denture is smooth and predictable