Restore function with Prosthodontics

Restoring comfort, confidence and function through carefully planned treatment for damaged, worn or missing teeth.

At Dentique Dentistry, we provide specialist prosthodontic care for patients with complex restorative needs, including difficult denture problems, extensively damaged teeth, tooth wear and multiple missing teeth.

Led by Specialist Prosthodontist David Atrill, treatment is carefully planned around your individual circumstances. David brings 35 years of experience, predominantly in managing and treating complex restorative problems, particularly those related to dentures, which remain his clinical passion.

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Whether you are seeking a more comfortable denture, exploring ways to replace missing teeth or require a coordinated plan to rebuild your smile, we will take the time to understand what is important to you.

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David Attrill

BDS (Manchester 1991)

PhD (Manchester 1997)

FDS RCS Edinburgh (1998)

FDC RCS (Rest. Dent) 2003

Fellow of the Higher Education Academy

Specialist Prosthodontist

David is a highly experienced Specialist in Restorative Dentistry and Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics, registered with the General Dental Council.

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What is prosthodontics?

While many restorative treatments can be provided by a general dentist, a specialist prosthodontist has additional training and experience in managing more complex cases. This may be particularly valuable when several teeth are involved, previous treatment has been unsuccessful or there are multiple factors affecting the way your teeth meet and function.

Our aim is not simply to replace teeth. It is to create a solution that feels comfortable, looks natural and supports your long-term oral health.

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Who may benefit from seeing a prosthodontist?

Specialist prosthodontic care may be helpful if you:

  • Have dentures that feel loose, uncomfortable or difficult to use
  • Struggle to eat or speak confidently with your current dentures
  • Have several missing, broken or heavily restored teeth
  • Have experienced repeated problems with crowns, bridges or dentures
  • Are considering implant-supported teeth or dentures
  • Have severely worn teeth or changes to your bite
  • Require several treatments to restore your smile
  • Have been told that your restorative needs are particularly complex
  • Would like a second opinion before beginning extensive dental treatment

Every patient is different. Your consultation gives us the opportunity to explore the available options and determine whether specialist treatment would be beneficial.

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Specialist care for dentures

Dentures can make an enormous difference to your ability to eat, speak and smile, but they must be carefully designed to work comfortably within your mouth.

David has a particular clinical interest in dentures and extensive experience helping patients whose needs may be more challenging. This includes people who have struggled with loose or uncomfortable dentures, have significant bone or gum changes, experience difficulties with their bite or have been unable to achieve a satisfactory result with previous treatment.

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Your Prosthodontic Journey

Your initial assessment may take place over one or more visits, depending on the complexity of your needs.
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Step 1 - Understanding your concerns

David will begin by discussing the difficulties you have experienced, your dental history and what you hope treatment will help you achieve.

Step 2 - A detailed examination

Your teeth, gums, dentures, existing restorations and bite will be carefully assessed. Clinical photographs, digital scans, impressions or X-rays may also be recommended where appropriate.

Step 3 - Exploring your options

Once the necessary information has been gathered, David will explain his findings and discuss the treatment approaches that may be suitable.

Step 4 - Creating your treatment plan

For more complex cases, time may be required after the assessment to study your records and develop a coordinated plan. You will then receive a clear explanation of the proposed treatment, likely stages, alternatives, expected benefits and associated fees.

Finding the right solution for your smile

Missing teeth can affect much more than appearance. They may make it harder to chew certain foods, alter your speech and place additional strain on the remaining teeth.

Several treatment options may be available, and no single solution is right for everyone. David will assess the health and position of your remaining teeth, your gums, jawbone, bite and wider dental history before discussing the most appropriate choices with you.

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Options may include:

Dentures

A removable option that can replace a single tooth, several teeth or a complete set of teeth. Dentures can be particularly valuable when several teeth are missing or a fixed restoration is unsuitable.

Dental bridges

A dental bridge is a fixed restoration that fills a space by supporting one or more replacement teeth from neighbouring teeth or dental implants. Different bridge designs are available, and the condition of the supporting teeth must be carefully considered.

Implant-supported teeth

Dental implants can support a crown, bridge or certain types of denture. Where appropriate, they can provide additional stability and allow missing teeth to be replaced without relying entirely on adjacent natural teeth.

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We will clearly explain the advantages, limitations and maintenance requirements of each suitable option so that you can make an informed decision.

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Rebuilding Function & Confidence

Teeth can become worn through grinding, clenching, erosion from acids or a combination of different factors. Over time, this may change their shape, sensitivity and appearance, as well as the way your teeth meet.

Complex tooth wear often requires more than simply repairing one tooth at a time. David will assess the underlying causes, the amount of tooth tissue that has been lost and how the teeth work together.

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Treatment may involve a carefully coordinated combination of:

  • Preventative advice and protection from further wear
  • Composite restorations
  • Crowns or onlays
  • Replacement of failing dental work
  • Dentures, bridges or implant-supported restorations
  • Reorganisation or rebuilding of the bite
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