Procedures
Denture
Also called full denture, complete denture, false teeth
A removable set of replacement teeth worn when all teeth in the upper or lower jaw are missing.
A denture is a removable appliance that replaces all of the teeth in an arch and rests on the gums. It restores chewing and appearance and takes several appointments to design, test the fit and finish. Dentures must be cleaned daily and checked over time because the gums and bone change shape. Relines and repairs are common later visits, and insurance usually limits replacement to once every several years.
Example at the front desk
Her denture try-in is next Thursday, and the lab needs the case by Monday.
US and Canada
In Canada, many dentures are made by denturists, an independent regulated profession. In the US, dentists make most dentures, and denturist rules vary by state.