Can Dentures Be Repaired or Replaced While in Hospital? – A Birmingham Guide
Families often ask us: “Can dentures be repaired or replaced while my loved one is still in hospital?” The answer is yes. Our Hospital Denture Service in Birmingham provides bedside repairs and replacements, ensuring patients don’t go without dentures during admission. This guide explains how it works.
Common denture problems in hospital
- Lost dentures: misplaced during transfers or cleaning
- Broken dentures: dropped and fractured
- Loose dentures: poor fit causing sore spots
- Stained or unhygienic dentures: inadequate cleaning on the ward
What can be done at the bedside
- Repairs: small cracks and chips fixed immediately
- Relines: to improve fit if gums have changed
- Replacements: impressions taken for new dentures while still in hospital
- Hygiene advice: our hygienist can guide staff on denture cleaning and storage
How long does it take?
Emergency denture repairs can often be completed within hours to days. Full replacement dentures usually take longer, but we work with trusted Birmingham dental labs to prioritise hospital cases and reduce delays.
Why use our hospital denture service?
- Experienced in working with medically complex patients
- Rapid response across Birmingham hospitals
- Full documentation for wards and finance departments
- Continuity of care after discharge with home visit follow-ups
👉 Learn more on our Lost Dentures in Birmingham Hospitals page.
FAQs – Denture Repairs in Hospital Birmingham
Can dentures really be replaced in hospital?
Yes. We take impressions at the bedside and arrange new dentures via our lab partners.
What if my dentures are only cracked?
Minor cracks can often be repaired immediately. Larger fractures may need lab repair but are still returned quickly.
How quickly can replacements be made?
Emergency dentures may be ready within days. Permanent sets take longer but are prioritised for in-patients.
Do hospitals cover the cost?
Yes, if dentures are lost during admission, hospitals are usually responsible for the replacement cost.