How long your denture will last is dependent on a number of factors. For some patients, a well-maintained denture can last 10-15 years. For others, it may require more frequent maintenance in order to prolong the life of the denture.
Generally speaking, your denture should continue to maintain a good, comfortable fit for as long as your supporting teeth and tissue/gums stay unchanged. Things like weight loss, tooth grinding, lost/extracted teeth, and gum or bone loss can all impact the fit of your denture.
If you begin to notice a change in how your denture feels/fits, it’s important to come in and see us to address the issue. Although often the cause of the change to your denture cannot be helped, there are a number of ways we can alter the denture in order to re-establish a proper and comfortable fit (without needing a whole new denture).