Dentures in Pittsburgh, PA

If you’re dealing with significant tooth loss in Pittsburgh, Atlas Dental Specialists provides prosthodontic-level denture care at our Downtown Pittsburgh and Shadyside offices. Drs. Nicholas and Mara Mangini are prosthodontists — dental specialists trained beyond general dentistry to handle complex tooth replacement, including full dentures, partial dentures, and implant-supported options. Every phase of your care stays in-house.

Are You a Candidate for Dentures?

Dentures are designed for patients who have lost multiple teeth — or all teeth in one or both arches. Whether you’re a good fit depends on more than the number of missing teeth. During your consultation, we evaluate gum health, bone density, and the condition of any remaining natural teeth to determine which option best matches your situation.

Patients who may be candidates for dentures typically experience one or more of the following:

• Loss of multiple teeth due to decay, gum disease, or injury
• Difficulty chewing or eating a full range of foods
• Changes in speech or difficulty with certain sounds
• Facial changes — sunken cheeks or a shifting jaw line from bone loss
• Self-consciousness about a smile with visible gaps

If active gum disease or decay is present, those issues are addressed before denture fabrication — that healthy foundation is what makes the final result last.

Types of Dentures We Offer in Pittsburgh

Complete dentures

Complete dentures replace all teeth in the upper or lower arch. Conventional complete dentures are made after the gums have healed following extractions — typically 8 to 12 weeks. Immediate dentures can be placed the same day as extractions, so you are never without teeth during healing, but they usually require relining once the gum tissue settles.

Partial dentures

Partial dentures are designed for patients who still have some natural teeth remaining. The prosthetic fills in the gaps, anchors to remaining teeth using a metal framework or precision attachments, and prevents neighboring teeth from drifting. Partials restore chewing function and keep your existing teeth stable at the same time.

Implant-supported dentures

Implant-supported dentures attach to dental implants placed in the jawbone — eliminating the instability that comes with traditional removable dentures. The implants act as artificial roots, holding the arch securely in place and stimulating the jawbone to prevent the bone loss that typically occurs after tooth removal. For those wanting a fixed, non-removable solution, all-on-4 dental implants offer a same-day arch alternative.

The Denture Process at Atlas Dental Specialists

Here is how the process typically flows at our Pittsburgh offices:

Caring for Your Dentures

• Daily cleaning: Use a soft-bristled denture brush and gentle denture cleanser — not regular toothpaste, which is too abrasive.
• Overnight soaking: Remove dentures before bed and soak in solution or plain water. Dentures can warp if they dry out completely.
• Adjustment period: New dentures often feel slightly bulky for the first few weeks. Soreness and increased saliva flow is normal — adjustments are a standard part of the process.
• Relining: Gum tissue changes over years. We can reline the base to restore a proper fit rather than replace the entire prosthetic.

Cost and Insurance Coverage for Dentures in Pittsburgh

Denture costs vary based on the type of denture selected, the materials used, whether extractions are needed, and whether implants are part of the plan.

We accept MetLife, Cigna, Principal, and Ameritas, and work with most PPO plans. For patients with partial or no insurance coverage, we offer financing through CareCredit, Cherry, or SunBit, as well as HSA/FSA-eligible payments and our dental membership plan.

Common Questions About Dentures in Pittsburgh