Dentures
Dentures Vietnam from GBP 232 - full and partial plates | Picasso
Full and partial dentures at Picasso Dental Clinic Vietnam - dentures vs implants decision table, GBP pricing, immediate dentures, and when removable teeth make clinical and financial sense for UK patients.
Complete dentures at Picasso Dental Clinic cost GBP 232 (hard acrylic) or GBP 290 (Biosoft flexible) per arch - compared with GBP 1,210–GBP 2,419 at UK private labs - offering UK patients a removable full or partial tooth replacement when implants are outside budget or medically unsuitable.
Complete dentures at Picasso Dental Clinic cost GBP 232 per arch in hard acrylic and GBP 290 in Biosoft flexible material. UK private labs typically charge GBP 1,210–GBP 2,419 per arch for custom dentures. Dentures are the lower-cost solution when implants are outside budget, when surgery is medically contraindicated, or as a temporary measure while planning a fixed implant restoration.
This page covers the denture vs implant decision, all GBP prices at Picasso, what the fitting process involves, and who dentures suit best.
Dentures vs implants — the decision table
| Factor | Dentures | Implants (All-on-4 / single) |
|---|---|---|
| Surgery required | No | Yes |
| Bone volume needed | No | Yes — CBCT required |
| Medical clearance needed | Minimal | More — diabetics, smokers, bone health |
| Cost (full arch) | GBP 232 – GBP 290 | GBP 3,623 – GBP 8,696 |
| Fixed vs removable | Removable | Fixed |
| Chewing force | Reduced — 20–30% of natural | Near-normal with All-on-4 |
| Bone preservation under missing teeth | No — bone continues to resorb | Yes — implants stimulate bone |
| Ongoing fit | Needs relines as bone resorbs | Stable for years |
| Life expectancy | 5–10 years before reline or replacement | 15–25+ years for the fixture |
| Upgrade path | Can add implant locators later | No downgrade needed |
If budget and medical suitability allow implants, implants produce better long-term functional outcomes. Dentures are a legitimate, well-established solution when implants are not the right fit for a patient’s circumstances.
GBP price table — dentures
| Denture type | Per arch (GBP) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Complete denture — hard acrylic | GBP 232 | Standard full-arch replacement |
| Complete denture — Biosoft (flexible) | GBP 290 | Flexible nylon base; more comfortable |
| Temporary denture | GBP 145 | Immediate placement; replaced with final after healing |
| Titanium denture frame | GBP 87 | Metal internal structure for partial dentures |
| Acrylic false tooth (per tooth) | GBP 14 | Individual tooth addition |
| Denture reline | GBP 22 | Refitting to changed gum contour |
| Denture repair | GBP 29 | Fracture or clasp repair |
Prices correct as at May 2026.
Implant-retained denture (overdenture) pricing
Adding implant locators stabilises a removable denture without making it fixed. This hybrid approach suits patients who want more stability than a conventional denture but prefer not to have a fully fixed arch or cannot fund All-on-4.
| Component | GBP |
|---|---|
| Osstem implant fixture (overdenture use) | GBP 522 (fixture only) |
| Two Osstem implants for lower overdenture | GBP 1,044 (fixtures only) + abutment + locator hardware |
| Existing denture modified with locators | Additional — confirm with coordinator |
A two-implant lower overdenture dramatically reduces denture movement and is one of the most cost-effective implant applications. Ask your coordinator for a specific quote if this is your goal.
Types of dentures Picasso provides
| Type | Description | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Full conventional denture | Complete arch replacement, no remaining teeth | Edentulous patients |
| Immediate denture | Made before extractions; placed same day teeth are removed | Patients who want no period without teeth |
| Partial denture | Clips to remaining teeth; replaces one or more missing teeth | Patients with some remaining healthy teeth |
| Implant-retained overdenture | Removable denture stabilised by 2–4 implant locators | Patients wanting stability without full All-on-4 cost |
| Temporary denture | Worn during healing after extractions before final is made | Bridge between extractions and final restoration |
The denture fitting process at Picasso
Full conventional denture (new):
- Primary impressions — overview of arch shape
- Secondary impressions — detailed model
- Bite registration — jaw relationship recorded
- Try-in appointment — wax teeth tested for fit, bite, and aesthetics
- Final fitting — acrylic denture placed and adjusted
- Review appointment — pressure spots relieved; bite adjusted
This process typically takes 7–10 days across 4–6 visits. If you are having extractions on the same trip, allow 10–12 days.
Immediate denture:
- Impressions taken before extractions
- Denture fabricated to fit the jaw with teeth still present
- Extractions performed; denture placed immediately
- Reline required approximately 3–6 months later as gum heals
Partial denture:
- Examination of remaining teeth and gum
- Impressions and bite record
- Metal or acrylic framework designed around remaining teeth
- Try-in and fitting
Managing expectations
Dentures take adjustment. The learning curve is real:
| Common early experience | Timeline | Management |
|---|---|---|
| Speech adjustment — slight lisp or clicking | 1–4 weeks | Practice speaking; improves rapidly |
| Difficulty eating firm foods | 4–8 weeks | Start with soft diet; progress gradually |
| Soreness from pressure points | First 1–4 weeks | Reline or relief provided at review |
| Lower denture instability | Ongoing | Lower dentures are inherently less stable; implant locators help |
Upper dentures are more stable because suction holds them against the palate. Lower full dentures are less stable — the tongue and floor of the mouth displace them. If lower denture stability is a concern, discuss two lower implant locators, which can be placed in one surgical appointment and significantly improve retention.
Combining dentures with other treatment
Dentures are commonly part of a wider treatment plan:
- Denture + extractions: Immediate denture placed same day as tooth removal
- Denture + implants (staged): Denture worn while saving for All-on-4; implant locators added later
- Denture + crowns: Remaining teeth crowned while missing teeth replaced with partial denture
- Temporary denture + final All-on-4: Denture worn during the 3–6 month All-on-4 healing period
After returning to the UK
UK dentists can:
- Reline the denture when the fit loosens (expected at 3–6 months post-extraction, then every 2–5 years)
- Repair fractures (acrylic repairs are straightforward)
- Add or replace individual teeth
- Adjust clasp tension on partials
Bring documentation of material used (acrylic or Biosoft). Biosoft requires specific reline materials not all labs stock — your UK dentist should confirm availability before attempting.
Who dentures suit best
Dentures are the right choice if:
- You are medically unsuitable for implant surgery (uncontrolled systemic conditions, anticoagulants not manageable, radiation to the jaw)
- Budget does not allow implants now but may allow them later
- You prefer not to have surgery
- You need teeth immediately while implants heal
- You have Vietnamese family connections and are in Vietnam for an extended visit — practical timing
Dentures are a stepping stone, not a failure. Thousands of patients use them effectively and comfortably for years.
Who should choose implants over dentures
If budget allows and medical conditions permit, implants deliver better long-term outcomes. Choose implants over dentures if:
- You are medically fit for surgery
- Long-term bone preservation matters to you
- You want fixed, non-removable teeth
- You want near-normal chewing force
- You are willing to commit to two trips and the healing period
See All-on-4 for the fixed arch alternative.
Next step
Upload photographs and a note on how many teeth are missing and whether any extractions are planned at Free GBP quote. The response gives you a GBP total for dentures, and if appropriate, a comparison with implant-retained alternatives.
Related pages
- All-on-4 — fixed full arch on implants
- All-on-6 — six-implant full arch
- Dental implants — single tooth implants
- Full mouth reconstruction — complex mixed cases