The Truth About Dentures: Busting Common Myths

At Able Denture & Implant Clinic in Camberley, Surrey, we often meet patients who have outdated or inaccurate ideas about dentures. Whether you’re considering partial dentures, full dentures, or dental implants, it’s important to know the facts so you can make confident, informed decisions.

Today, we’re busting six of the most common myths about dentures — and setting the record straight!

Stuart Caris, Clinical Dental Technician.

Myth 1: Dentures Always Look Fake

Truth: Thanks to advances in materials, design, and technology, today’s dentures are incredibly natural-looking. Every set of dentures we create at Able Denture and Implant Clinic is individually crafted to suit your face shape, age, and preferences. Using the latest techniques, we carefully customise tooth shapes, shades, and even the gum appearance — creating a beautiful, authentic-looking smile.

Myth 2: Dentures Are Only for the Elderly

Truth: Tooth loss can affect people of all ages — whether through accident, gum disease, or medical conditions. We regularly help patients in Camberley, Surrey, and surrounding areas who are looking to regain their smiles with partial dentures, full dentures, or implant-supported solutions. Dentures are about restoring function, health, and confidence — not about age.

Myth 3: You’ll Struggle to Eat with Dentures

Truth: After a short adjustment period, well-fitted dentures allow you to eat comfortably and enjoy a wide range of foods again. Poorly made dentures can cause issues, but high-quality dentures — like those created at our on-site laboratory — are designed for comfort, fit, and performance. For even greater stability when eating, dental implants can be used to secure dentures firmly in place.

Myth 4: Once You Have Dentures, You Don’t Need to See a Dentist

Truth: Regular dental check-ups are still essential. Even if you wear full or partial dentures, your gums and oral tissues continue to change over time. Visiting our team in Camberley ensures your oral health is maintained, your dentures continue to fit properly, and any small issues are caught early — protecting your overall health.

Myth 5: Dentures Last Forever Without Needing Changes

Truth: Dentures are very durable but not permanent. Over time, your gums and jawbone naturally change shape, which can affect denture fit. Dentures typically need replacing, relining, or adjusting every 5 to 7 years. Our team ensures your dentures continue to look good, feel good, and function well throughout their lifespan.

Myth 6: Only Dentists Can Make Dentures

Truth: Dentures can also be expertly made by Clinical Dental Technicians (CDTs) — highly trained professionals who specialise in the design, creation, and fitting of dentures. At Able Denture & Implant Clinic, Stuart Caris, the owner and an experienced Clinical Dental Technician, leads the creation of our precision-made dentures.

Thanks to our on-site dental laboratory, we combine expert craftsmanship with the latest technology to deliver outstanding results. Plus, with an experienced dentist also on-site, we ensure that your mouth is healthy and your foundations are strong before we fit new dentures — giving you the very best in comfort, function, and confidence.

Did You Know?

If you already have full dentures, they can often be converted into implant-assisted dentures for even greater stability and confidence. Dental implants can help secure your dentures in place, allowing you to eat, speak, and smile without worry.

At Able Denture and Implant Clinic, we proudly serve Camberley, Surrey, and the surrounding areas with a full range of denture and dental implant solutions to suit every need.

Thinking about new dentures or exploring dental implants?

Stuart offers a FREE no obligation consultation service to discuss missing teeth solutions and denture problems. Contact our friendly team today — we’re here to help you achieve a healthy mouth, a confident smile, and the comfort you deserve.

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Able Denture & Implant Clinic has been proudly serving patients across Hampshire, Berkshire, and Surrey for over 15 years. With our onsite dental laboratory, we offer a unique patient focused service where clinicians and technicians work closely together to provide tailored treatment plans. From custom dentures and dental implants to comprehensive dental care, we are committed to restoring smiles with precision, comfort and trust.

With our clinic conveniently located in the heart of Camberley, we welcome patients from: Camberley, Fleet, Farnborough, Aldershot, Blackwater, Yateley, Lightwater, Bagshot, Bracknell, Hartley Wintney, Hook, Woking, Wokingham, Farnham and surrounding areas.