What is it you don't like about your previous denture?



Is it that you have discoloured teeth, crowded teeth or missing teeth? Are they loose or uncomfortable? It is important to ask the cosmetic dentist on what's the best type of denture for you.

What are the alternatives to cosmetic dentures?

It is important to know the alternatives to cosmetic denture treatment you are about to consider. Check with the cosmetic dentist all the options available to address your specific needs. Dental or are one alternative or dental bridges if you have healthy teeth at either side of the missing teeth.

Check all the risks and benefits of the cosmetic dentures you are considering

Ask the all the risks and benefits of the cosmetic denture you are considering. It is important to know what may go wrong if anything or any disadvantages to alternative treatment.

Do you have any medical contraindication to the cosmetic denture procedures?

Check with the cosmetic dentist that your medical health is ok with the dental procedures you are considering. Normally there are no health issues that affect cosmetic denture treatment but if you need teeth extracting prior then checks need to be done. For example diabetics have a longer healing time; certain heart conditions require antibiotic cover before dental procedures.

Check the cosmetic dentist is registered with the General Dental Council

Do your research on the cosmetic dentist. Make sure they are registered with the General Dental Council and British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry .

Do you feel comfortable with the cosmetic dentist or at the Cosmetic dental clinic?

Are you being appropriately treated, and do you feel comfortable with the cosmetic dentist? Ask to see similar cases and testimonials. Recommendation is normally the best referral to a good cosmetic dentist.

Make sure you are aware of the fees

Is the cosmetic dental practice transparent with their fees for the treatment? Make sure there are no hidden costs