Dentures | Waiata Shores Dental
Dentures | Waiata Shores Dental

Smile again without hesitation.

Eat comfortably. Speak clearly. Feel like yourself again.

Full and partial dentures designed to restore confidence, function, and quality of life.

Natural look Comfort fit Takanini

Most patients don’t realise how much missing teeth affects daily life.

Eating becomes harder. Speaking can feel different. Confidence takes a hit. Dentures restore function, appearance, and how you feel.

Eat comfortably again

Enjoy food without limitation.

Speak clearly

Regain natural speech.

Feel like yourself

Restore confidence.

What type is right for you?

Not every patient needs the same denture solution. The right option depends on how many teeth are missing, the condition of your remaining teeth and gums, and what matters most to you in comfort, stability, and appearance.

Full dentures

Best suited for patients who have lost all teeth in the upper arch, lower arch, or both. Designed to restore a complete smile, support facial structure, and improve eating and speaking.

Partial dentures

Ideal when you still have some healthy natural teeth remaining. Partial dentures fill the gaps while working around your existing teeth to improve function and appearance.

Custom design

Every denture is designed around your mouth, smile, bite, and facial support needs so the result feels more comfortable and looks more natural.

Different denture types, explained simply.

For most patients, the most helpful starting point is understanding whether you need a full denture or a partial denture. From there, we guide you through the best design, fit, and material choices based on your needs.

Immediate dentures

These may be placed soon after extractions so you are not left without teeth during healing. They can be a good short-term solution while your mouth changes shape.

Conventional dentures

These are typically made once healing has progressed and the tissues have stabilised more, often allowing for a more refined long-term fit.

Partial options

Partial dentures can vary in design depending on the number and position of missing teeth, as well as how they connect to and work with your remaining natural teeth.

What happens if missing teeth aren’t replaced?

Bone loss

Jawbone shrinks over time.

Shifting teeth

Teeth move and bite changes.

Facial collapse

Face loses support and shape.

At a glance

Simple process. Life-changing outcome.

Dentures are about more than replacing missing teeth. They help restore function, appearance, facial support, and everyday confidence.

2–several visits
Depending on denture type
Few weeks
Depending on complexity
$900+
Starting investment
Custom fit
Designed around you

Experienced team

We guide you through the process carefully, from assessment and impressions to fitting, adjustments, and follow-up care.

Digital and clinical precision

Better records and planning help create dentures that feel more secure, function better, and look more natural. In most cases, we use digital scans for improved accuracy and consistency in the final result.

Personalised care

Your denture plan is shaped around your goals, your smile, your comfort, and how you want to live day to day.

What to expect.

The denture process is planned in stages so the final result feels comfortable, functions well, and suits your smile.

Consultation

We assess your mouth, existing teeth, gums, and overall goals before recommending the most suitable denture option.

Impressions and records

In most cases, we use digital scans for improved accuracy, comfort, and a more precise final fit. No messy moulds in most cases.

Creation

Your denture is carefully designed and made to balance comfort, function, and appearance.

Fitting and adjustment

We review the fit, make adjustments where needed, and continue to support you as you adapt.

Cost & timeline.

Dentures typically start from $900 and can vary depending on whether you need a partial or full denture, how complex the case is, and whether any extractions or adjustments are required along the way.

Starting from

$900+

Depending on your needs and denture type.

Typical treatment length

Several weeks

Timing varies based on healing, design, and adjustment needs.

Follow-up matters

Adjustments may be needed

Fine-tuning fit is a normal and important part of the process.

Next step

Understand your options before making a decision.

If you’re missing teeth or considering dentures, the first step is understanding what will actually work best for you. We’ll assess your mouth, explain whether a full or partial denture is right, and guide you through the process so you know what to expect in terms of fit, comfort, and long-term results.