TOKYO HIGH DENTAL CLINIC
Dentures
In brief
Dentures are a prosthesis the patient can remove and refit; national health insurance applies from age 65.
Prosthetic treatment is planned by Dr. Ahn Jin-gyu, a specialist in integrated dentistry, after checking the remaining teeth and the bite. The same dentist stays with you from consultation to the end of treatment.
A prosthesis patients can take out and put in themselves
It supplements the areas without teeth, improving chewing force and aesthetics.
Under the Ministry of Health and Welfare's health insurance policy, people aged 65 and over are eligible for insurance coverage,
so denture treatment can be received at a low cost.
Types
Full dentures
Partial dentures
Implant dentures
We recommend this for the following
Cases where the amount or health of the jawbone is not good
Cases where a large number of implant surgeries feels burdensome
Cases where you want to restore your teeth at a reasonable cost
How to care for them
Discomfort in the early days of wearing dentures should be adjusted in consultation with the staff.- Pronunciation may feel awkward at first, but this is temporary and improves naturally.
- During the adjustment period (6–9 weeks), please eat mainly soft food.
- Always take the dentures out and clean them after meals.
- Use a cleaning product made for dentures, and never disinfect them with hot water.
- Take care with sticky, hard or tough food, as the dentures may come loose.
- Always remove the dentures when sleeping to let the gums rest.
- Regular check-ups are needed for healthy, correct use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is denture treatment covered by insurance?
For those aged 65 and over, national health insurance applies, greatly reducing the out-of-pocket cost.
Do dentures have to be worn every day?
Please wear them daily if possible, but it is better to take them out while sleeping to let the gums rest.
How many years can a bridge be used?
It can generally be used for about five to seven years, and longer depending on how well it is maintained.
This treatment information was reviewed by our dental team on 2026-07-29.