The cheapest denture repair is a small one, fixed early, by someone who tells you the price first. At Total Denture Repair one crack costs $150, two cost $179 and three cost $269, so waiting can move you up the list. Glue, home kits and surprise fees are what usually make a repair cost more.
Here are nine ways to keep the cost down, with real prices.
1. Fix a crack while it’s small
A small crack tends to grow. A hairline crack today can be a denture in two pieces next week, or a crack plus a lost tooth.
| Repair | Price at Total Denture Repair |
|---|---|
| 1 crack or fracture | $150 |
| 2 cracks | $179 |
| 3 cracks | $269 |
| 1 tooth reattached (you bring the tooth) | $120 |
| 2 teeth reattached | $175 |
| 3 teeth reattached | $235 |
| New tooth or clasp | Free quote |
2. Don’t glue it
Super glue and household glues don’t bond well to denture acrylic. A glued piece usually sits slightly out of place, and the glue has to be removed before a proper repair. Here’s more on why super glue and dentures don’t mix.
3. Keep every piece, and the tooth
If a tooth came off in one piece, bring it. Reattaching your own tooth costs $120. If it’s lost, it has to be replaced with a new one. Keep broken pieces of the base too, in a clean, dry bag.
4. Get the price before any work starts
A good repair service tells you the price before it touches your denture. We check the denture, confirm the repair and the price with you, and then repair it. Ask other providers whether there’s an exam fee, a rush fee or a shipping charge on top. Our denture repair cost guide lists the fees to ask about.
5. Compare a repair service with a dental office
Many dental offices send repairs out, which can take days and add to the bill. A denture repair service often does the work the same day. Here’s a side-by-side look at a denture repair service vs a dental office. See your dentist if you also have pain, sore spots or a loose fit.
6. Mail it in if you’re not nearby
Driving across the state costs time and gas. Our mail-in denture repair includes a free USPS shipping label and free return by USPS Priority Mail. USPS Express is $30 extra, only if you need it back faster. Here’s how to pack your dentures safely.
7. Use a home kit only as a stopgap
A drugstore kit can hold you over for a day or two, but it isn’t a lasting fix, and its material has to be removed later. Here’s what denture repair kits can and can’t do.
8. Check your dental plan
Original Medicare generally doesn’t cover dentures or routine dental care, according to Medicare.gov. Some Medicare Advantage plans and private dental plans include denture benefits, so check what yours covers before you pay.
9. Prevent the next break
- Handle your dentures over a towel or a sink filled with water.
- Never use hot water.
- Store them in a covered container, away from pets.
- Get the fit checked regularly. A loose denture flexes and cracks more easily.
Here’s more on what causes dentures to crack or break.
When is a new denture the better deal?
If your denture is very loose, the teeth are worn flat and it has cracked several times, paying for repairs may not make sense. We’ll tell you honestly if we think a repair won’t hold up, so you can talk to your dentist about a new one.
Frequently asked questions
What’s the cheapest way to fix a broken denture?
A professional repair, done early. One crack is $150 at Total Denture Repair. Glue or a home kit can make the final repair harder or the damage worse.
Does Medicare pay for denture repair?
Original Medicare generally doesn’t cover dentures or routine dental care. Some Medicare Advantage and dental plans do, so check your plan.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace dentures?
Repair, in almost every case, if the denture fit well before it broke. A crack repair takes a day; a new denture takes weeks and costs much more.
Do you charge for a quote?
No. Quotes for new teeth and clasps are free, and we confirm the price with you before we start.