Dentures in Westlake Village
If you're missing several teeth, struggling with a worn-out denture, or facing extractions and wondering what comes next, you have more options than you might expect. At 805 Dentistry, we help adults from Westlake Village and the surrounding area replace missing teeth with dentures designed around their mouths, their routines, and their goals. Our office is in nearby Thousand Oaks, so Westlake Village patients can get complete tooth-replacement care close to home without piecing it together across several offices.
Dentures are removable replacements for missing teeth and the surrounding gum tissue. We offer two main types, complete dentures and partial dentures, and the right choice depends mostly on how many natural teeth you still have and how healthy they are.
A complete denture replaces all of the teeth in the upper arch, the lower arch, or both. It often suits patients who have already lost all their teeth in an arch, or whose remaining teeth can't be saved and need to be extracted. A partial denture fills the gaps when some healthy natural teeth remain. It fits around those teeth and uses them for support, so you keep the teeth that are still serving you well. Both types aim to restore the look of a full smile and make everyday activities like chewing and speaking more comfortable. If you'd like more stability, we also offer implant-supported and snap-in dentures, and we're happy to talk through how those compare during your visit.
Many of our Westlake Village patients come to us for dentures after years of working around missing teeth. Others have just learned that one or more teeth need to come out. Replacing missing teeth can make a real difference in daily life. Common reasons patients choose dentures include:
- Restoring a fuller, more natural-looking smile
- Making it easier to chew a wider variety of foods
- Supporting clearer speech when gaps affect pronunciation
- Providing support for the lips and cheeks
- Offering a removable option that's simple to clean
- Keeping healthy natural teeth in place with a partial denture
A good candidate is generally someone missing some or all of their teeth who wants a reliable, removable replacement. Because we're a general, family, and cosmetic practice with periodontal, oral surgery, and imaging capabilities, we can evaluate your gums, bone, and remaining teeth before recommending a plan. If any teeth need to be removed or gum disease needs attention first, we can often handle that care in our own office.
What happens when I get dentures at 805 Dentistry?
Getting dentures with us starts with a thorough exam and a conversation about what you want from your new teeth. From there, we guide you step by step through planning, fitting, and adjustments. We'll look closely at your mouth, take any imaging needed, and explain whether a complete or partial denture makes more sense for you.
Next, we take precise impressions and measurements so your denture can be shaped to fit your mouth. Our office has an on-site dental lab, which helps us keep communication close between our clinical team and the lab during fabrication. You'll typically have a chance to try your denture in before it's finalized, so we can check the fit, bite, and appearance. If extractions are part of your plan and you feel nervous, we offer sedation options including nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation to help you feel more at ease.
How do I care for my dentures, and how do I pay for them?
Dentures last best with daily cleaning, gentle handling, and regular checkups so we can monitor the fit. When we deliver your denture, we'll show you how to clean it, how to care for the gums and any natural teeth you have left, and what to expect as you get used to eating and speaking with it.
It's normal for your mouth to need some time to adjust. Small sore spots or pressure points can usually be addressed with follow-up adjustments, so please let us know if anything feels off. Over time, the tissues in your mouth naturally change, and routine visits give us the chance to check how your denture fits. Westlake Village patients can also continue their regular cleanings and exams with us, keeping all of their dental care in one place.
When it comes to cost, we work to make treatment manageable. We accept all major PPO insurance plans, and we welcome self-pay patients. Financing is also available for patients who would like to spread out the cost of their care. Our team is glad to review your coverage and walk you through your options before treatment begins, so you can move forward with confidence. If you're in Westlake Village and ready to explore dentures, we'd be glad to meet you, answer your questions, and help you choose the option that fits your life.