Broken Dentures Fairfield
Cracked, chipped, or broken dentures need professional repair to fit and function properly again. Call (707) 422-3500 for same-day denture service in Fairfield, CA.
What to Do When Your Dentures Break
Dentures break for many reasons: dropping them, biting something hard, age-related material fatigue, or a poor fit causing uneven pressure. A small crack often grows quickly into a complete fracture, and ill-fitting denture pieces can irritate the gums or change your bite. Resist the urge to glue them yourself, household adhesives are toxic and ruin the chance of a clean professional repair.
Save all the broken pieces and call Fairfield Dentistry & Implants at (707) 422-3500.
Caring for Broken Dentures Until Your Visit
Collect every piece:
Even small chips matter for a clean repair. Place all pieces in a sealed bag with a damp paper towel.
Skip the super glue
Household glues damage denture material and contain toxins. Most repairs require an unaltered surface.
Eat soft foods
Switch to soup, smoothies, scrambled eggs, and yogurt while waiting for repair.
Don't wear damaged dentures
Sharp edges can cut your gums or tongue. If you must wear them briefly, smooth jagged edges with a clean nail file.
Keep your mouth clean
Brush remaining teeth and rinse with warm salt water to keep gums healthy.
Call our office
Reach Fairfield Dentistry & Implants at (707) 422-3500 to schedule prompt repair, often same-day.
How We Repair Broken Dentures
After examining the dentures and your bite, our team determines the best fix. Options include same-day in-office repair for simple cracks, lab-based repair for complex fractures (typically 1 to 3 days), relining if the dentures no longer fit your gums properly, or a brand-new denture if the existing one is beyond repair. If you’ve lost teeth and want a permanent solution, dental implants can support implant-retained dentures that don’t slip or break easily.
For ongoing denture maintenance, regular check-ups, and broader family dental care, our sister practice fairfielddentistry.com is here to help.
Get Your Smile Back Today
Broken dentures can often be repaired same-day. Call now to find out.
Broken Dentures FAQs
Often, yes. Simple cracks, chipped teeth, or broken clasps can usually be repaired in our office in 1 to 2 hours. More complex fractures may require sending the dentures to a lab, which takes 1 to 3 days. We assess at your visit and tell you exactly what's possible.
Super glue contains chemicals that aren't safe for your mouth and can leach into your saliva. It also damages the acrylic and weakens it, making professional repair more difficult and the long-term fix less reliable. Always wait for professional repair.
Simple repairs (small crack, chipped tooth, broken clasp) typically run $100 to $300. Complex repairs or relines cost $300 to $600. A new full denture ranges from $1,000 to $3,000 depending on material. We provide upfront estimates and accept most insurance plans.
Repair makes sense for newer dentures with isolated damage. Replacement is usually the better choice if your dentures are over 7 to 10 years old, fit poorly, have broken multiple times, or have stained acrylic. We help you decide based on cost, fit, and longevity.
Drugstore denture repair kits are okay for very brief, short-term fixes (a few hours), but they don't hold up under chewing and the resin doesn't bond well to professional dental acrylic. Use one only as a stopgap until your appointment.
Always handle them over a folded towel or basin of water in case you drop them. Clean them with a dedicated denture brush, not regular toothpaste (too abrasive). Keep them moist when not in use. And get a professional check-up yearly to catch fit problems early.
Quick Denture Repair for Fairfield Patients
A broken denture doesn't mean weeks without a smile. Our Fairfield team handles same-day and next-day denture repairs and replacements. Open Monday through Friday.
