Dentures in Ferntree Gully
Missing teeth can affect more than appearance. They may make eating certain foods more difficult, change the way you speak, or alter how comfortable your mouth feels from day to day. At Lightwood Dental, the team provides personalised care for patients who need to replace several teeth or a full arch.
Working alongside our visiting dental prosthetist Enrico, the practice offers modern digital scanning, traditional impressions where appropriate, and follow-up care to help each removable appliance fit as comfortably as possible.
Common Reasons Patients Come to Us for Dentures
Patients usually come to us after noticing changes that affect daily comfort and confidence in their smile.
- Several missing or failing teeth
- Loose or ill-fitting existing dentures
- Difficulty chewing certain foods
- Gum or jaw discomfort from worn prosthetics
- A denture that needs a reline or repair
Your Tooth Replacement Options
Every patient has different needs, so we offer several removable and implant-retained options:
Full Dentures
Replace all teeth in the upper or lower jaw when no natural teeth remain.
Partial Dentures
Replace one or more missing teeth while fitting around your remaining natural teeth to restore your smile and chewing surface.
Immediate Dentures
Are fitted shortly after teeth have been removed, allowing you to avoid being without teeth while your gums heal. As healing continues, adjustments or relining may be recommended as the shape of the mouth changes.
Implant-Retained
Attach to dental implants for added stability and retention. Your dentist will assess your oral health and discuss whether this approach may be appropriate for you.
What to Expect During the Denture Process
Your care begins with a consultation and assessment. The dentist will examine your mouth, review your oral health and discuss what you would like to achieve.
For most patients, digital scans are used to create a detailed record of the gums, teeth and surrounding structures. In some situations, conventional impressions may be more suitable. When required, Enrico attends the practice to take these impressions for accuracy.
The completed records are then sent to the laboratory, where the new appliance is fabricated. Patients generally return for a fitting around 7 to 10 days later, depending on the type selected and the laboratory requirements.
Once fitted, further appointments can be arranged if small adjustments are needed to improve comfort, stability or function.
Custom Craftsmanship Behind
Every Appliance
Our denture work benefits from the hands-on involvement of Enrico Chiodi, our AHPRA-registered Dental Prosthetist and Technician with over 35 years in the field. Enrico designs, constructs and fits removable prosthetics on-site, from straightforward replacements to more involved, multi-stage cases. That means your denture is shaped, adjusted, and finished by someone who is committed to this work, rather than sent off to an unfamiliar lab.
Repairs, Relines and Adjustments
A cracked, chipped or broken appliance can interfere with eating and speaking. Lightwood Dental offers same-day denture repairs where possible.
Relines and adjustments are also available when changes in the gums or jaw affect the fit over time. If appliances are dropped off early in the day, they may be ready for collection later that afternoon, depending on the nature of the repair and laboratory availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Book a Denture Consultation
Whether you’re exploring tooth replacement for the first time, replacing an older appliance, or arranging a repair, the Lightwood Dental team can explain your options and answer your questions.
