Dentures in Los Angeles
Tooth loss rarely stays limited to appearance alone. Patients often notice small changes at first: avoiding certain foods, chewing more on one side, changes in speech, or a bite that no longer feels as stable as it once did. Over time, missing teeth can place uneven pressure on the remaining teeth and gradually affect the balance of the entire smile.
At A to Z Dental, we create custom dentures that prioritize real-life comfort as much as aesthetics.
Our goal is simple: dentures that feel natural and easy to live with.
What Dentures Actually Help Restore
Dentures do far more than replace missing teeth. A well-designed denture helps patients return to routines that often become frustrating after tooth loss. Dentures can help restore:
- comfortable chewing
- clearer speech
- facial support and smile structure
- bite strength
- confidence in social settings
Modern dentures are also far more refined than older traditional designs. Today’s materials and fabrication methods allow for better fit, more natural aesthetics, and improved day-to-day comfort.
Why Patients Choose A to Z Dental
for Dentures
We believe restorative dental care should remain accessible. Our office offers flexible treatment solutions and competitive pricing for dentures and full-mouth restoration.
A good denture should not feel bulky, unstable, or artificial. Our focus stays on comfort, functionality, and natural-looking results patients can comfortably live with every day.
Digital imaging, detailed impressions, and careful bite analysis help create dentures that fit more naturally and function more predictably.
Every patient arrives with different concerns, goals, and comfort levels. Treatment plans are built around individual needs rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Types of Dentures We Offer
Types of Dentures We Offer
Partial dentures replace some missing teeth when you still have healthy natural teeth remaining in your upper or lower jaw.
- How they work: They consist of replacement teeth attached to a pink, gum-colored plastic base, which is often reinforced by a metal framework.
- Retention: They use metal or tooth-colored resin clasps that anchor onto your remaining natural teeth to stay in place.
- Key benefit: They prevent your remaining natural teeth from shifting out of alignment.
Also known as complete dentures, these replace an entire arch of missing teeth (all top teeth, all bottom teeth, or both).
- How they work: A complete acrylic base sits directly on top of your gums, holding a full set of prosthetic teeth.
- Retention: The upper denture relies on natural suction against the roof of your mouth, while the lower denture rests freely on the gum ridge and typically requires dental adhesive to prevent slipping.
- Key benefit: This is the most affordable, traditional method to restore a full smile without surgery.
Overdentures are a hybrid solution where a full denture snaps onto dental implants but can still be removed at night.
- How they work: A surgeon places 4-6 dental implants into your jawbone. The underside of the denture is fitted with locators that click securely onto these implants.
- Retention: It relies entirely on the mechanical snap connection to the implants, eliminating the need for messy adhesives.
- Key benefit: It provides significantly higher stability than a regular denture, preventing the lower plate from floating or shifting while eating and speaking.
Hybrid dentures are permanently fixed prosthetics that replace a full arch of teeth.
- How they work: This option combines a metal-reinforced acrylic framework with a series of 6 dental implants.
- Retention: The denture is bolted or screwed directly into the implants by a dentist. Only a professional can remove it.
- Key benefit: Because it does not cover the roof of your mouth and cannot slip, it offers the highest chewing power and feels the most like natural teeth.
Full-Mouth Implant-Supported Overdentures
Total cost is $16,000–$18,000
At A to Z Dental, we believe advanced restorative care should feel more accessible, which is why we offer complete full-mouth treatment at a fraction of what similar procedures often cost in Los Angeles. What’s included:
- Consultation
- Advanced diagnostics including CT Scan
- Full set of temporary dentures
- 10 implants, bilateral sinus lift
- 1 set of permanent dentures
- Full treatments lasting 6-8 months
- 5-8 visits
Predictable Payments Without Large Upfront Costs
- Initial Milestone: $10,000 which includes 10 implants, bilateral sinus lift and a set of temporary dentures if needed.
- Midway Milestone: The remaining balance ($6,000 to $8,000) is paid at the beginning of the restoration phase. Which includes locator abutments and final overdentures.
Are Dentures the Right Option for You?
- Missing multiple teeth Gaps in the smile can affect chewing ability, speech, and overall bite balance
- Loose or shifting teeth Advanced dental issues may weaken support and create instability throughout the mouth
- Difficulty chewing comfortably Missing or damaged teeth can make eating certain foods uncomfortable or inefficient
- Severe tooth wear or damage Teeth that are heavily worn down or structurally compromised may no longer function properly
- Changes in facial support Tooth loss can gradually affect the shape and support of the face over time
- Declining confidence in your smile Many patients pursue dentures to restore aesthetics and feel more comfortable socially
- Active gum disease or oral infection The mouth needs to be healthy before dentures or implant-supported restorations are placed
- Significant jawbone loss Bone structure may need additional support before certain restorative options are recommended
- Medical conditions affecting healing Certain health conditions can influence treatment timing and recovery
- Sensitivity to dental materials or anesthetics Some patients may require modified treatment approaches
- Uncontrolled oral health issues Existing dental problems should be stabilized before long-term restorative work begins
Meet the Doctors Who Will Take Care of Your Dentures
Dr Susanna Gukasov is a General Dentist and is a member of American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Fernando Valley Dental Society, and USC Dental Alumni. Her favorite part about practicing dentistry is having the opportunity to provide a caring and comfortable experience for all of her patients. She looks forward to providing you with compassionate and excellent care
Dr Kar (Karen Saakyan) graduated from the International Dentistry Program from VCU in 2024. Prior to this, he received a dental degree and also obtained his Masters degree in oral surgery from First Moscow State Medical University. Dr Kar does restorative work, root canals, crowns, dentures, impacted wisdom teeth and much more. He loves teeth more than anything else in this world. During his free time Dr Kar enjoys outdoors, slow cars and reading (mostly about teeth). Dr Kar believes that dental appointments don’t have to be stressful and that he is a tooth fairy.
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