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Dentures

Tooth loss can negatively impact your quality of life, making it difficult to eat your favorite foods, enunciate, and smile confidently.

Dr. Daniel E. Stragier can replace missing teeth with custom-made traditional or implant-supported dentures, at our San Diego, CA, office. 

Imagine how a full set of teeth can change your life...

Free Consultations!

Looking to receive a new partial or complete denture? It will cost you nothing to start the process at Balboa Dental. Dr. Stragier offers free consultations and free second opinions. Request yours today by contacting us online, filling out our consultation form, or calling:

Types of Dentures

Modern treatment with partial or complete dentures is suited for a wide range of needs after the loss of several or all teeth. Take a look at your options:
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Full Dentures

When you think about dentures, a traditional removable prosthetic is likely what comes to mind. These restorations consist of a full arch of prosthetic teeth attached to a gum-colored acrylic base. A traditional full denture stays in place by suctioning onto your gums and can also be supported with a mild dental adhesive. While traditional removable dentures are not as secure as important-supported dentures, they are generally the most affordable treatment option and will significantly improve your dental function.

Partial dentures

Partial Dentures

Some patients with extensive tooth loss still retain one or more healthy natural teeth. If this is your case, you may be a candidate for partial dentures. Our dentist will attach a metal framework to the natural teeth that the partial denture clasps onto for support. This provides the prosthetic teeth with additional stability, preventing the denture from slipping around on the gums. Traditional partial dentures are custom designed to correct your unique type of tooth loss and can prevent remaining teeth from migrating out of place. 

Implant-Supported Dentures

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Revolutionary dental implants have changed the way patients can live after tooth loss. Implants are placed within the jawbone and become a permanent fixture in your smile. Once the jaw heals after placement surgery, implants provide an incredibly secure and natural-feeling foundation for an implant-supported denture.

Since dental implants actually replace the missing roots of a tooth, they stimulate the tissues in the jaw and prevent bone atrophy. Furthermore, implants keep your prosthetic teeth fixed in place, making for convenient maintenance and fully restored dental function.

Ask our dentist if you are a good candidate for traditional implant dentures or All-on-4® implant dentures during your free consultation at our San Diego practice.

We Place and Restore Dental Implants For Convenient Care

Our dentist can both surgically place your implants and design and place your new implant-supported denture. Many other dentists around San Diego have to bring in an outside specialist for implant placement and gum care, disrupting the continuity of care. When you work with us, every step of the process will be handled by one dentist and his trustworthy dentistry team.

Gentle, Caring Dentistry For All Patients

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Bobbie Keeling

San Diego, CA

2023

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I have never loved a dentist office more! Everyone is soooooo nice! Kelsey is the best hygienist I have ever had. You don’t even know the Doctor is working on you he is so gentle! Terri is the fabulous office manager and takes care of everything !

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Alan J.

San Diego, CA

2022

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Courteous. Professional. Gentle. Easy going. Caring. These are just a few words I would use to describe this Dentist office entire team. Strongly Recommended!

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Which Kind of Treatment  Is Right for Me?

During your consultation at our San Diego practice, our dentist will examine your smile and help you determine the best method of tooth restoration. Some things we take into consideration include:

Oral and Overall Health

In order to qualify for dental implants, patients need to have sufficient jawbone density. If you have suffered bone recession in the prolonged absence of tooth roots, you may be able to restore your candidacy with a preliminary bone graft procedure or receive All-on-4 implants without a bone graft. Certain conditions like a smoking habit and uncontrolled diabetes may put you at higher risk for implant failure, so if you want to receive implants, you should speak to your general care provider about resolving these issues.

Budget

Dental implants involve a more extensive and complex procedure than traditional dentures. If your budget is one of your primary concerns about treatment, then we typically recommend removable prosthetics. Traditional dentures do not require the surgical steps of implant treatment and will be more affordable with dental insurance.  

Long-Term Goals

It is important to remember that dental implants are the only form of treatment that protects you from jawbone atrophy after tooth loss. Although implants can be a significant upfront investment, they can eliminate the need for costly invasive treatment in the future.

The Traditional Denture Treatment Plan Step by Step

Patients who decide on traditional partial or full dentures can expect the following steps at our San Diego practice:

With options including full, partial, and implant-supported dentures, we have the solution for you.
With options including full, partial, and implant-supported dentures, we have the solution for you.

Tooth Prep

Sometimes, our dentist will need to perform preliminary treatments to establish the best foundation for your dentures. This may include extracting a tooth that is decayed or infected beyond repair. 

Impressions

Once your oral health is in optimal condition, we will take detailed digital impressions of your mouth and design your custom-fitting denture. The designs are sent to our trusted dental lab where specially trained technicians hand-craft the prosthetics.

Restoration

In a few weeks, your custom-made prosthetics will be ready and we will schedule you back for placement and fitting. Our dentist checks the positioning and balance of your bite with the prosthetics in place and makes the necessary adjustments for the best fit. It may take a few weeks to adjust to your restoration, but in time your dentures will start to feel comfortable.

Trust Your Smile To One of San Diego's Most Trusted Dentists Book an Appointment Today

There are many people in and around San Diego who have struggled or are currently struggling with the same oral issues you are. Since 1985, Dr. Stragier and the Balboa Dental team have personally helped a great number of them overcome the obstacles of tooth loss with a variety of denture types. If you're ready to close this chapter in your life and begin a new one with a beautiful, functional smile, we can help you, too.

Your treatment journey begins with a no-cost, no-obligation consultation here in San Diego. Dr. Stragier will go into detail about your denture options and help you choose the one that's best for you. If you decide to pursue treatment elsewhere, we'll understand, and you won't be charged for your visit with us.

Book your first appointment today by contacting us online or calling:

(858) 541-1844

Dr. Stragier of Balboa Dental
Dr. Stragier has decades of experience transforming smiles with custom dentures and other high-quality restorations.


 

"Dr. Straiger is the absolute best." 5-Star Reviews

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Debra Degen

San Diego, CA

2022

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Dr Stragier is the absolute best. He is gentle, honest, experienced, and he KNOWS his stuff. After 10 years of great care, I tried a dentist closer to my home, but I came back, because Dr Stragier is worth the drive. His staff is also amazing. I’d give them 10 stars if I could!

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Deron Lintzen

San Diego, CA

2022

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I’m biased, I admit. I’ve been coming here before Dr. D had gray hair. From Terri to the Doc, Pam. All the other staff. If you want first class dental care with a personal touch. Look no further. 9/10 tooth fairy’s recommend Balboa Dental!

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Insurance and Financing For Your New Dentures

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Dentures are a restorative treatment, so your dental insurance provider should help cover them. Insurance should also help cover any preparatory treatment you may need, such as gum care or tooth extraction. Implant-supported dentures are an important exception—while most insurance will help cover restorations, implants themselves are not covered by basic insurance.

Our San Diego practice accepts most forms of dental insurance. If you are uninsured or concerned about high out-of-pocket costs, there's no need to worry. We also accept financing through CareCredit® and offer payment plans for more complex work, like implant-supported dentures.

Still worried about whether you'll be able to afford the dental care you need? You should know that our fees tend to be around the 80th percentile of what other San Diego dentists charge. This means you'll be able to take advantage of high-quality care at prices you can afford.

"First class service from a seasoned professional." More 5-Star Reviews

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Lawrence Rayko

San Diego, CA

2022

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First class service from a seasoned professional, very satisfied with my treatment plan.

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Ray R

San Diego, CA

2022

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Excellent care at Balboa Dental. Overall I am very satisfied. Probably the best dental office I have ever experienced.

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Dr. Daniel Stragier

Balboa Dental Care

Dr. Daniel Stragier at Balboa Dental Care has provided patients with comprehensive, personalized service since 1985. Our office uses state-of-the-art technology, and Dr. Stragier holds membership in:

  • Academy of General Dentistry
  • San Diego Implant Study Club

To request an appointment, fill out our contact form or call our Clairemont Mesa dental office at (858) 541-1844.

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