Dentures

Dentures in Manassas Park, VA

Missing teeth can affect what you eat, how you speak, and how you feel when you smile. Well-made dentures restore all three. Today’s dentures are custom designed to fit comfortably and look natural, so you can enjoy meals and conversations with confidence again.

Railroad Dental Associates designs complete, partial, and implant-supported dentures for patients throughout Manassas Park, Manassas, Bristow, Centreville, Yorkshire, and Gainesville. Call (703) 365-0230 to schedule a denture consultation.

What Are Dentures?

Dentures are removable replacements for missing teeth and the surrounding gum tissue. They are made of durable acrylic resin, sometimes with a lightweight metal framework, and are customized to your mouth, bite, and facial features.

Benefits of Custom Dentures

• Eat comfortably and enjoy a healthier, more varied diet.
• Speak clearly without gaps affecting your pronunciation.
• Support your face, filling out lips and cheeks that can sag after tooth loss.
• Protect remaining teeth, as partials keep natural teeth from shifting.
• Smile with confidence with teeth shaped and shaded to suit you.

Types of Dentures

Conventional Complete Dentures

Made after any remaining teeth are removed and the gums have healed, conventional dentures are typically ready about 8 to 12 weeks after extractions. They tend to provide the best long-term fit.

Immediate Dentures

Made in advance and placed right after your teeth are removed, so you never go without teeth. As your gums and bone heal and shrink, immediate dentures need more adjustments and are often treated as a temporary solution until conventional dentures are made.

Partial Dentures

Partials replace one or more missing teeth when some natural teeth remain. Replacement teeth sit on a gum-colored base, sometimes connected by a metal framework, and help keep your other teeth from shifting. Precision partials attach to crowns with discreet internal attachments instead of clasps for a more natural look. For one or two missing teeth in a row, a fixed dental bridge may be an option.

Implant-Supported Dentures

A denture can snap onto dental implants for a secure fit that does not slip and needs no adhesive. For a fixed full-arch option, ask about TeethXpress.

How Dentures Are Made

Creating dentures takes about a month and roughly five appointments:

1. Diagnosis and planning. We examine your mouth, take images such as 3D scans if needed, and discuss your options. Any gum disease is treated first.
2. Impressions and bite record. Precise impressions and a wax bite record capture the shape of your mouth and how your jaws meet.
3. Try-in. You preview a wax version of your denture to approve the color, shape, and fit.
4. A dental lab crafts your custom denture.
5. We place your new denture and make any adjustments for comfort.

If you are anxious about extractions or treatment, ask about our sedation dentistry options.

Adjusting to New Dentures

• Start with soft foods cut into small pieces and chew on both sides at the same time.
• Be careful with hot, hard, or sharp-edged foods while you get used to your denture.
• Practice speaking and reading aloud. Speech usually feels natural within a few weeks.
• If your denture slips when you laugh or cough, bite gently and swallow to reposition it.

Denture Adhesives

Adhesive can add extra hold and confidence for a well-fitting denture. It should not be used to make up for a poor fit, which can cause sores and irritation. If your denture is loose or painful, contact us for an adjustment.

Caring for Your Dentures

• Handle dentures over a folded towel or a sink of water in case you drop them.
• Brush daily with a denture brush and an ADA-accepted cleanser or mild hand soap. Avoid household cleaners and most toothpastes, which are too abrasive.
• Keep dentures moist when you are not wearing them, usually by soaking overnight. Ask us first if your partial has metal attachments, which can tarnish in some solutions.
• Clean carefully under any metal clasps.
• Brush your gums, tongue, and palate every morning.
• Visit us for regular checkups so we can check the fit and your oral health.

If your denture breaks or suddenly feels loose, call us. For urgent issues, see our dental emergencies page.

Cost of Dentures

Cost depends on the type of denture, materials, and any extractions needed. Many insurance plans help cover dentures. We provide a clear estimate and offer financing options, including CareCredit.

Meet Your Denture Team

Our dentists, including Dr. Theo Batistas, DDS, Dr. Ian Milton, DDS, Dr. Howard Ngo, DDS, and Dr. Youjin Lee, DMD, bring years of experience and a gentle, patient-first approach to every visit. We take time to get the fit, bite, and look of your denture just right. Meet our team to learn more about the people who will care for you.

Visit Our Manassas Park Dental Office

Railroad Dental Associates

9110 Railroad Drive, Suite 201, Manassas Park, VA 20111

Phone: (703) 365-0230

Office hours

• Monday and Tuesday: 7:00am to 7:00pm
• Wednesday: 10:00am to 7:00pm
• Thursday: 7:00am to 7:00pm
• Friday: 7:00am to 2:00pm
• Saturday: 8:00am to 1:00pm
• Sunday: Closed

Early-morning, evening, and Saturday hours make it easier to schedule fittings and adjustments. We welcome patients from Manassas Park, Manassas, Bristow, Centreville, Yorkshire, and Gainesville. Get directions to our office, and save time at your first visit by completing your new patient forms online.

Denture FAQs

How long does it take to make dentures?

Most dentures take about a month and around five appointments. Conventional dentures are typically ready about 8 to 12 weeks after extractions, once the gums have healed. Immediate dentures are placed the same day your teeth are removed.

What is the difference between immediate and conventional dentures?

Immediate dentures are made ahead of time and placed right after extractions, so you are never without teeth. Because the gums and bone shrink as they heal, they need more adjustments and are often considered temporary. Conventional dentures are made after healing and typically fit better long term.

What are precision partial dentures?

Precision partials attach to crowns on your natural teeth with internal attachments instead of visible metal clasps, giving them a more natural look.

How do I get used to new dentures?

Start with soft foods cut into small pieces, chew on both sides at once, and practice speaking and reading aloud. Most people adjust within a few weeks, and follow-up adjustments help relieve sore spots.

Should I use denture adhesive?

Adhesive can add security to a denture that already fits well, but it is not a fix for a loose or ill-fitting denture. If your denture feels loose or causes sores, call us for an adjustment.

How should I clean my dentures?

Brush them daily with a denture brush and an ADA-accepted cleanser or mild soap, keep them moist when not wearing them, and brush your gums, tongue, and palate every morning. Avoid abrasive cleaners and most toothpastes.

Are there alternatives to dentures?

Yes. Dental implants can support fixed bridges or snap-in dentures that feel closer to natural teeth. Implants cost more and not everyone is a candidate, so we will review your options with you.

Smile and Eat With Confidence

Call Railroad Dental Associates at (703) 365-0230 or request an appointment online to start your denture consultation. Read what our patients say in our testimonials.