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Are Dentures Covered For Seniors In Alberta

Are Dentures Covered For Seniors In Alberta

Yes, The government of Alberta covers $5000 every 5 years under the Seniors Dental and Optical Assistance Program. Those that earn over a certain threshold are not covered under this program, although denture clinics in Calgary are able to direct bill to other insurance you may have. Eligibility For Senior Program Basic dental services covered […]

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Does Nicotine Weaken Dentures?

Does Nicotine Weaken Dentures?

If you are a smoker or are in the midst of quitting, you might have questions. ‘does smoking weaken your dentures?’ or ‘Does Nicotine replacement therapy affect your dentures’. Either can be accurate just like it would for your natural teeth. Anything you do can affect the health of your smile if not maintained correctly. […]

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How Dentures Change The Shape Of Your Face.

How Dentures Change The Shape Of Your Face.

It is accurate that dentures can change the shape of your face, but generally, it is for the better. Your facial structure can change with tooth loss, causing bone resorption and in turn shifting the jaw’s natural placement. Poorly fitted dentures can also affect your facial shape which is why denture relines are essential Types […]

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What To Expect: Extractions, Insertion & AfterCare

What To Expect: Extractions, Insertion & AfterCare

If you are thinking of getting complete dentures but the anxiety of the dreaded extraction day looms over you… Here is a step-by-step of what to expect on your journey. Also known as E-day; Extractions are an essential part of your journey towards better oral health. Reading onwards may help with a few anxieties you […]

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Dentures At 40

Dentures At 40

Dentures have a negative consignation of being only for our elderly. But this isn’t the case anymore, believe it or not, there are people younger than 40 with dentures, and celebrities like Ben Affleck had dentures at an early age before getting a full mouth of veneers. 40 is the new 20 and having no […]

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What Are Adjustments?

What Are Adjustments?

Receiving a new set of dentures can sometimes be a little tricky to get used to. The foreign object in your mouth will send signals to your brain, producing more saliva and getting used to talking with them again and some discomfort may be felt. Granted, some people don’t have an issue with their new […]

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FAQ

FAQ

How Much Should Dentures Cost? Typically they vary in cost due to many different types, how many teeth are required, and what material they’re made from. This price variation does not include extractions or surgery because this is generally done out of the clinic at your dentist. What Materials Are Used In Dentures? Conventional dentures […]

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Why You Shouldn’t Sleep With Your Dentures In.

Why You Shouldn’t Sleep With Your Dentures In.

It is well known that people should take their dentures out at night, but have you ever wondered why? In this blog, we are going to go through the reasons for taking your denture out at night, where you should store your replacement teeth, and why it’s beneficial to take them out at night. And […]

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Denturist Answers r/dentures Questions

Denturist Answers r/dentures Questions

Here’s part two of Denturist Answers Reddit r/dentures Questions. Take a read of part one if you missed it. This is a new series of blogs designed to answer all the questions you may have not thought of. Or if you’ve already started your new life with dentures and want some reassurance from real people […]

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Consultations – What To Expect During Your First Visit.

Consultations – What To Expect During Your First Visit.

We offer a free consultation to patients ready to start their new journey with dentures. Dental work can seem like a grueling process, but with a little information, and after ‘biting the bullet’ and visiting your local denture clinic… you’ll soon realize it isn’t as tiring as it seems. Every patient is different with all […]

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