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Dentures in Belfast

By Dr Faiz Azizan · Last updated October 2026 · How we list clinics

Dentures are removable false teeth that replace missing teeth. Complete dentures replace all the upper or lower teeth, and partial dentures replace one or more missing teeth. A dentist takes a mould or scan of the mouth so the dentures are made to fit. They sit over the gums and some clip onto remaining teeth.

Reviewed by Dr Faiz Azizan, who is also the site author, so this is a self-review rather than an independent one. Last updated 2026-10-06. Editorial policy.

What it involves

Dentures are false teeth that replace missing teeth, according to the NHS. Complete dentures replace all the upper or lower teeth. Partial dentures replace one or more missing teeth, and some types clip onto remaining natural teeth.

The dentist measures the mouth and takes a mould using putty or a scan. The dentures are then made to fit, and the patient returns for a fitting appointment. Dentures are removable, unlike a bridge, which is fixed in the mouth. For a fixed option, see crowns and bridges.

Who it may suit

Dentures suit people who have lost some or all of their natural teeth and want a removable replacement. Gums and jawbone change shape over time, so a denture that fitted well at first can become loose. The NHS recommends seeking dental care when dentures slip, click or cause pain.

Questions to ask a practice

  • Which type of denture is proposed, and why?
  • Is this treatment offered through the Health Service or privately in Northern Ireland?
  • What is the exact cost before treatment starts? nidirect states that a dentist should give the exact cost before any private treatment begins.
  • Which materials are used, and how are adjustments handled afterwards?
  • How should the dentures be cleaned and stored?

Belfast-area practices that list dentures

30 practices show this on their own website or Google listing; 18 mores mention it only on a group website, so we do not count them. Whether a practice offers it for you, and at what cost, is for the practice to confirm.

AreaPractices
Dentists in Belfast BT154
Dentists in Belfast BT94
Dentists in Newtownabbey4
Dentists in Belfast BT53
Dentists in Belfast BT83
Dentists in Belfast BT112
Dentists in Lisburn2
Dentists in Newtownards2
Dentists in Belfast BT171
Dentists in Belfast BT41
Dentists in Belfast BT61

All 30 practices, A to Z

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to get dentures?

According to the NHS, checked 6 October 2026, dentures usually take a few weeks to make, and the dentist books a second appointment to fit them. The NHS also describes immediate dentures, which can be made more quickly but may need adjusting later. Ask the practice which option applies to your mouth.

How should I clean my dentures?

The NHS advises brushing your gums and any remaining teeth daily, cleaning dentures with soft soap or washing liquid rather than toothpaste, and rinsing them after meals. The NHS says to store them in water or a cleaning solution overnight unless your dentist recommends wearing them overnight.

What should I do if my dentures feel loose?

According to the NHS, gums and jawbone can shrink with age, so dentures may become loose over time. The NHS says to seek dental care if dentures click, slip, cause pain or show wear. Contact your dental practice to ask about adjustment or replacement.

How many Belfast-area practices list dentures?

30 listed practices show it on their own website or Google listing, most often in Belfast BT15 (4), Belfast BT9 (4), Newtownabbey (4). A practice may offer it without publishing it, so ask the practice.

Are the dentures practices ranked on this page?

No. The 30 practices that list dentures are shown A to Z, and each area page lists its own practices alphabetically. Ratings shown elsewhere on the site come from Google and are not a measure of clinical quality.

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