Full Dentures Near Cave Spring, VA
A denture that fit perfectly years ago may not fit the same today. Full dentures near Cave Spring are made to fit your gums, but your mouth keeps changing after teeth are lost. Understanding why dentures loosen, and what can be done about it, helps you stay comfortable for the long run.
Dr. Abdel Kader Felo, our prosthodontist, helps Cave Spring neighbors keep their full dentures fitting well, and explains when it is time for a reline, a new denture, or implant support.
Book a full denture fit check close to home.
Why Full Dentures Loosen Over Time
When teeth are removed, the jawbone that held them begins to shrink. This process continues slowly for years, and the gums change along with it. A denture that once fit snugly gradually develops gaps underneath, leading to movement, sore spots, and trapped food.
Signs Your Full Denture No Longer Fits
- Needing more adhesive than before
- Clicking or movement when you talk
- Sore spots or redness on the gums
- Difficulty chewing foods that were once easy
- Changes in your facial appearance
Options to Restore Full Denture Fit
Relines
A reline adds new material to the inside of the denture so it matches the current shape of your gums. Many patients benefit from one every one to two years, depending on how the mouth changes.
Rebasing
Rebasing replaces the entire pink base while keeping the existing teeth, which can help when the base is worn but the teeth are in good shape.
A New Denture
When teeth are worn, the base is damaged, or the bite has changed significantly, a new denture may be the most effective solution. A new conventional denture typically costs about $1,000 to $3,000 per arch in the Roanoke area.
Implant Stabilization
Adding implants gives a denture something solid to hold onto and helps slow bone loss where they are placed. Many patients choose this after struggling with a loose lower denture.
How Long Do Full Dentures Last?
Many full dentures need replacing every five to ten years as teeth wear and the mouth changes. Regular checkups and relines help them serve as long as possible.
Annual Denture Checkups Near Cave Spring
Even without natural teeth, regular visits matter. At a denture checkup, we examine your gums and soft tissues, check the fit and bite of your denture, and look for wear. Being close by makes these visits easy to keep.
More Help With Full Dentures
For the full denture process, read about full dentures in Roanoke. If your denture has cracked or broken, find out what to do with denture repair near Cave Spring. Considering implants? Learn about converting your denture with implant dentures near Cave Spring, or compare types with dentures near Cave Spring.
Last updated: October 21, 2026
Full Denture Fit FAQs
Full Denture Care in Cave Spring
Our office sits in the heart of Cave Spring at the Electric Road (VA-419) and Brambleton Avenue junction, close to Cave Spring Corners. Neighbors can come in for fit checks and adjustments without a long drive.
Mill Mountain Dentistry By Opulent Dental
5000 Brambleton Ave, Roanoke, VA 24018, United States
Hours of Operation
- Mon–Thu07:30 AM–05:30 PM
- Fri07:30 AM–02:30 PM
- Sat & SunClosed
Meet Your Prosthodontist
Dr. Abdel Kader Felo, DDS, MS
Prosthodontist & Implant Specialist
Dr. Felo is a Consultant Prosthodontist and Implantologist with more than 35 years of experience across Syria, Kuwait, and the United States. He earned his DDS from the University of Damascus and an M.S. in Oral Science from the State University of New York at Buffalo, and he is a Fellow and Diplomate of the American Academy of Implant Prosthodontics (AAIP) and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI). He leads denture, implant, and restorative treatment planning at Mill Mountain Dentistry By Opulent Dental in Roanoke, VA.
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Dental Insurances and Finances
At Mill Mountain Dentistry By Opulent Dental, we understand that patient finances are important, so we accept and are able to file most commercial and private dental insurances.
Plans we accept and file include Anthem Blue Cross, Guardian, Cigna, Lincoln Financial Group, Delta Dental, Aetna, MetLife, GEHA, Ameritas, Principal and UnitedHealthcare. Coverage depends on your plan, so call +1 540-769-6370 with your insurance information if you have questions about your benefits.
- CareCredit accepted
- In-house payment plans
- VIP Membership savings plan
- No dental insurance? No problem