Looking for a permanent alternative to your dentures?

The Right Way to Get Permanent Dentures

“Permanent dentures" can mean a lot of things. At Nuvia, it only means one: teeth anchored to full mouth implants that are fixed in place for life. No snapping in, no taking out, no adhesive — just teeth that work like teeth.

Find Out If You May Be Eligible
Take the 60-sec Quiz

A set of permanent dentures fixed in place by all on 4 dental implants

What Are Permanent Dentures?

When people are looking for “permanent dentures,” they’re often just wanting a permanent solution to the drawbacks that can come from traditional dentures. Sliping, rubbing, gagging, breaking, bone loss, etc. But they may not know exactly what they’re looking for when searching for “permanent dentures”.

Some people might be thinking of dentures that snap onto implants. Others are just looking for a denture they don’t have to take out at night.

So, Can Dentures be Permanent?

The answer is yes — but it may not be how you’re thinking.

“Denture” often just refers to a false set of teeth, or prosthetic. Traditional dentures are made from acrylic plastic and rest of top of the gums. They need to be removed every night and aren’t designed to last forever.

However, a denture can be permanent when it’s made from durable, lasting materials and fixed in place permanently with full mouth dental implants.

At Nuvia patients get “permanent dentures”, or permanent teeth in 24 hours using this method. Nuvia teeth are much different from traditional dentures as

1. They are made from zirconia, not acrylic plastic.

2 They don’t cover the palate or rely on suction or adhesives to stay in place

3. They do not come in and out. They are anchored directly to the jawbone and designed to function like real teeth.

That’s a major difference from traditional dentures.

Traditional dentures sit on top of the gums and rely on suction, adhesive, or temporary stability to stay in place. Over time, this often becomes more difficult because the jawbone naturally shrinks after teeth are lost — a process called bone resorption or jawbone atrophy.

As the bone shrinks:

Dentures become loose
Adhesives become necessary
Eating becomes more difficult
Dentures may need relining or replacement
Facial structure can begin to change

This is one reason many people eventually start looking for a more permanent solution. Full mouth dental implants with a permanent set of teeth don’t come with these same drawbacks.

Permanent dentures supported by dental implants help prevent this process because the implants stimulate the jawbone similarly to natural tooth roots.

‍

How Much Are Permanent Dentures?

The cost of permanent dentures depends on several factors, including the number of implants needed, the materials used, bone loss, sedation, and the complexity of your case.

While traditional dentures may seem less expensive at first, many people spend years paying for relines, repairs, extractions, crowns, and replacement dentures — only to still end up looking for a more permanent solution.

At Nuvia, permanent dentures are fixed zirconia teeth supported by dental implants and designed to function more like natural teeth. Instead of removable dentures that loosen over time, patients receive permanent teeth in 24 hours that stay securely attached to the jawbone.

For many patients, the real question becomes: “How much have I already spent trying to avoid a permanent solution?”

And importantly, most patients don’t pay all at once. Financing and monthly payment options help make permanent teeth more accessible than many people expect.

No items found.

FAQs About Permanent Dentures

Cost Guide

Get the Guide

2026 Full Arch Dental Implant Cost Guide

This guide is designed to walk you step by step through the dental implant process and each dental implant type with their associated costs.

Different implant types and their average costs
4 little known factors that affect pricing
How much will dental & health insurance typically cover for dental implants?
What 1000’s of average Americans are doing to make this treatment affordable.
And more...

Get the Guide

Top Must-Read Articles: Answers to Your Dental Implant FAQs

All Resources

NUVIA HAS BEEN FEATURED ON:

over 60,000 5 star reviews

Nuvia Named 2024, 2025, & 2026 Top Dental Implant Company of the Year

After reviewing top dental implant companies in the country, the Healthcare Business Review names Nuvia 2024, 2025 & 2026 Dental Implant Restoration Company for three consecutive years for its innovative permanent teeth in 24 hour process. Find out what is shared by the best dental implant companies here.

Healthcare Business Review Award Logos for 2024, 2025, and 2026 to dental implant restoration company of the year awards to Nuvia

Nuvia On New York Living

The New Year is the perfect time for new beginnings. If you've been hiding your smile, dental implants could be your solution. Achieving a beautiful smile not only boosts confidence, but it also enhances oral health. Joining us now from NUVIA Dental Implant Center is doctor Jordan Heimer, who's sharing more on new technology that can restore your smile in twenty four hours. Welcome, doctor Heimer. Yeah. Thanks for having me. So when some patients hear that they have to get an implant, I imagine they feel a little skittish. Can you briefly explain how dental implants have traditionally been done and the challenges patients face with that approach? Yeah. So, you know, traditionally, dental implants have been done in one or two ways, especially if a patient needs their whole mouth, you know, teeth replaced like we do. So, generally, the the patient walk into the dentist, you know, they'd have their their teeth removed and the implants placed, and they'd either be put into a set of removable dentures for four to six months or those, you know, a set of flexible acrylic temporaries would be attached to those implants. And once again, that patient would be left to heal for four to six months. And the challenges that that those that those kinda bring up is, one, is teeth weren't made to move. And so you put into a set of dentures and, you know, you're always afraid of, like, hey. Are my teeth gonna fall out? Right? You don't wanna you don't wanna be at work or in a family function and and have your teeth fall out of your your mouth or, you know, with the if they're in a you know, if they're already attached to the implants, those materials can can tend to break. And so they it just it just can lead to a lot of anxiety for for patients, in, you know, in the traditional manner that it's been done. Teeth were not meant to move. I'm gonna put that on a t shirt, sir. Thank you so much. I would have to bring levity to something like this because this could really change the life of someone. And I wonder if you could talk to us about how NUVIA is different than those traditional methods you just mentioned. Yeah. So, you know, at NUVIA Dental Implant Center, we focus and and our goal is is we place patients into a permanent, set of teeth the very next day. So we we skip those temporary phases. And so it takes that that worry of of of a patient's mind of, like, are my teeth gonna you know, are they gonna move and fall out at a family function? Mhmm. Or are they gonna break on me? You know, that that gets the those patients get to put those worries aside, and they you know, the minute that we deliver that that prosthetic for them, they get to go back to their normal life and just just get used to their their brand new smile that we delivered for them. I love that. So I understand each NUVIA patient is treated by three providers. Why is this team approach so important? So I've been doing this this type of dental implant treatment myself for a while now, and I, you know, I did it at one point in time where I did all three. I did the sedation. I did the surgery, and I did the restorative. And that's a lot on a on a provider, and and it can also you know, and so that doesn't always lead to the best outcome. So at Nuvia Dental Implant Center, we are using a CRNA or an anesthesiologist, that person is focusing on that patient's safety while you're having your surgery done. They're, you know, they're solely focused on, okay, keeping that patient safe and comfortable. That allows the surgeon then to to focus on providing the best surgical outcome for that patient. And, you know, the restore this is really a restorative process. So you want a a doc that knows where to put teeth for both function and aesthetics. And so when you combine all three of those that they're re they really get to optimize their skill set, and it really does lead for the best outcome for for each patient. I love that. And let's see this because we have some before and after shots. And I have to say everyone looks fantastic. I mean, look at this. I'm sure there's quite a few viewers who wanna know if in fact this is a painful procedure, what can you tell us? Yes. So, you know, just like we were talking about, you know, we do utilize, you know, CRNA or an anesthesiologist. That way, you know, when a patient comes in for their day of surgery, the only thing they're probably gonna remember is having the IV placed. After that, they're gonna drift off to sleep, and they're not gonna remember a thing. You know, in fact, many of our patients come back the next day, and they're like, man, that was the best nap I've had in a long time and, you know, I I don't remember anything. I like that. That is that is good. So if someone is considering dental implants, how do they get started with NUVIA? So they're just gonna go to our website. It's NUVIA smiles forward slash news TV and take a sixty second quiz, and that may tell a patient if they're a candidate or not. If so, we'll reach out and have you come in for a scan or a consult and discuss your options. It is that simple. Well, thank you so much, doctor Heimer. This technology can really transform people's lives. And if you're like if you would like more information on NUVIA, head to the website on your screen, nuviasmiles.com/newstv.

Nuvia’s Chief Clinical Officer Speaks at TEDx

Nuvia's Dr. Preston Hansen was invited to the TEDx stage to share how a new approach to dental implants – permanent teeth in 24 hours – is changing lives.

On TEDx

Advancements With Ted Danson Spotlights Nuvia's 24-Hour Smile

The award-winning Advancements TV series from DMG Productions visits Nuvia Dental Implant Center to explore how permanent teeth in just 24 hours is reshaping the future of restorative dentistry.

Dr. Drew's Executive Producer Gets a Nuvia Smile

Dr. Drew's executive producer, struggled with his teeth for years. It wasn't until Nuvia came on the show as a guest that he felt there was hope for his smile. Now, having experienced the 24-hr process, he is telling his story.

"It feels like my teeth in my mouth- They're spectacular"

Nuvia Partners with Beast Philanthropy to Give Away $1 Million in Smiles

In partnership with Beast Philanthropy, Nuvia restored smiles for patients in need providing permanent teeth for each patient in 24 hours.

On Beast Philanthropy

Dr. Drew Spotlights Nuvia's Revolutionary 24-Hour Smile Transformation process

Dr. Preston Hansen joins Dr. Drew to discuss Nuvia’s cutting-edge method for providing permanent dental implants in just 24 hours, revolutionizing patient care.

On Dr. Drew

The Wellness Hour Interviews Nuvia's Dr. Preston Hansen

Dr. Preston Hansen explains how Nuvia Dental Implant Centers provide patients with permanent, natural-looking teeth in just 24 hours, eliminating the need for temporary solutions and improving long-term oral health.

Dr. Preston Hansen

Nuvia Awarded Placement in Biztech's 10 Best Companies to Watch in 2026 List

Biztech Outlook has awarded Nuvia Dental Implant Center placement on their 2026 list of the top 10 best companies to watch for their innovative approach to restoring smiles. Check out the full article here.

The NUVIA Difference

Why Wait Up To 10 Months Or More For Full Mouth Dental Implants?

The traditional dental implant process can be outdated, inconvenient and long. Nuvia’s 24hr permanent teeth process is safe, convenient and fast.

Nuvia's 24HR Permanent Teeth

Traditional dental implants

Permanent Teeth Delivered in 24hrs

Up to 10+ months wait for permanent teeth

Eat Soft Foods* Immediately

May be on liquid diet for up to 6 weeks, then soft foods for up to 8+ months

Only 1 Appointment to Get Permanent Teeth

Up to 9+ visits required

Zirconia* Material

Delivered in 24hrs

Varies; delivered up to 10+ months after surgery

Digitally Mapped for Precise Fit

Multiple, manual wax mold adjustments. Dependent on skill of provider

Slim Design for a Natural Feel

Temporary denture can be bulky and feel less natural

Teeth Created By In-House Lab

Saves you time and cost

Back and forth with 3rd party labs can cause delays & added expense

Comfortably Asleep During Procedure

Sedation included at no extra cost

Varies; may not be offered or can be an extra fee

Team of Surgeons, CRNA’s & Restorative Doctors for Every Procedure

Included at no extra cost

Varies; single dentist may handle multiple roles

Nuvia's 24HR Permanent Teeth

Traditional "TEETH IN A DAY"

Permanent Teeth Delivered in 24hrs

Up to 10+ months wait for permanent teeth

Eat Soft Foods* Immediately

May be on liquid diet for up to 6 weeks, then soft foods for up to 8+ months

Only 1 Appointment to Get Permanent Teeth

Up to 9+ visits required

Zirconia* Material

Delivered in 24hrs

Varies; delivered up to 10+ months after surgery

Digitally Mapped for Precise Fit the First Time

Multiple, manual wax mold adjustments. Dependent on skill of provider

Slim Design for a More Natural Feel

Temporary denture can be bulky and feel less natural

Teeth Created By In-House Lab

Saves you time and cost

Back and forth with 3rd party labs can cause delays & added expense

Comfortably Asleep During Procedure

Sedation included at no extra cost

Varies; may not be offered or can be an extra fee

Team of Surgeons, CRNA’s & Restorative Doctors for Every Procedure

Included at no extra cost

Varies; single dentist may handle multiple roles

*Not all those who come in for a consultation are eligible for this treatment. Results may vary in individual cases.

How Do Permanent Teeth in 24 Hours Actually Work?

Are you cutting corners? You know, is there some steps that you're you're cutting out? It's not that at all. It's we're using the the updated technology, the advanced surgical skills to make sure that the procedure is well planned out and delivered in the most predictable fashion. How does permanent teeth in twenty four hours actually work? We work closely with a lab that's literally in the same building that our surgery centers are. Our offices, talk to the lab and they're able to take your surgery, do your surgery, and then present it the next day with your final, permanent, beautiful, strong, healthy teeth twenty four hours later. It says you don't have to wait four to six months to get your permanence. So that's how it works. You can have that quality from day one, twenty four hours later, and heal with your permanent final teeth that way. So if because it's faster, are we sacrificing quality? Not at all. In fact, we're improving the quality from day one. Are we cutting corners? Absolutely not. We're just delivering high quality permanent smiles in less time. Think about you break your bone. K? There's nothing on earth that's going to speed up your body's natural process to heal your bones, and we're not doing that either. However, when you get a broken bone, you have to set it correctly for it to heal in the right position and so it functions normally. We don't, at the cellular level, speed that process up. But what we do is you are actually healing with your final permanent, high strength, high quality, good looking teeth from day one. The absence of delivering a temporary prosthesis is not cutting corners, it's actually improving the method. You're not wearing a flimsy prosthetic while you're healing so you have some flex and it can delay healing, it can inadvertently cause implants to fail. So, we don't speed up the body's process. We just make sure that everything is healing in the right positions. You are actually healing with your final permanent, high strength, high quality teeth from day one, and that's how we do it without sacrificing quality. How does the failure rate compare to other surgical procedures? Industry standards for all on x procedures tends to stay in the two to five percent range across the network. And at Nuvia, we're actually happy to report that our failure rate is actually less than two percent. And that has to do with the surgeon training, the prosthodontic training, the lab training, all these specialties coming together to make sure we accomplish the same goal, and we intend to continue to improve that. Think about the advanced technologies that have come into the field of medicine over the last few decades. Right? Other companies are using outdated, slower analog traditional methods. You know, they do work, but why sacrifice your time and efficiency for proven methods that improve your quality of life in a much more advanced and reliable way, and that's what Nubia does. I use advanced technology, we gather materials ahead of time that are gonna be permanently fixated into your mouth. Things that other companies would delay for several months. That's how we do it faster and with high quality, is that we prepare using current advanced technologies to accomplish what would take you before six months, we can do it next day. Is what we do dangerous? You know, from a surgical perspective, which is what I am, I love that we have in house CRNAs with our patients. And what does that do for patients? It gives them peace of mind that there's another provider, a very well qualified provider that is providing anesthesia to our patients that can be there to monitor them throughout the entire procedure while they're sedated. So we have our prosthodontists in house that are communicating with us. We have our surgeons that are highly trained. We We have our CRNAs that are highly trained. And we also have the lab that this is what they do twenty four hours a day. This is all they do. So the communication of having everybody in house makes this actually way less dangerous because everybody knows what each other's doing. If I were somebody that was referring my own parents to this, you know, I wouldn't go anywhere else because of exactly what I've been speaking to. There's no need to go through a prolonged phase of temporary healing when it's been proven that this works. Why put somebody through something you don't need to do? Why why do this twice basically, essentially? With a highly skilled team of experts, surgery, prosthodontics, anesthesia, lab. We want people to know that this is an experience that's gonna be life changing and we want them to know that this is a safe procedure. It's not cutting corners. In fact, you are reducing complications by doing it this way. So hopefully that helps you understand better.

See if you may be eligible for Nuvia’s 24hr Smile

Take the 60-Sec Quiz

Are you ready to start living your best life?

Take the 60-Sec Eligibility Quiz

See Them Before & After
Dental Implants

-->

Looking for a permanent alternative to your dentures?

The Right Way to Get Permanent Dentures

Table of Contents

What Are Permanent Dentures?

So, Can Dentures be Permanent?

How Much Are Permanent Dentures?

Get the FREE Dental Implant Cost Guide

FAQs About Permanent Dentures

Can you get dentures that stay in permanently?

Can immediate dentures be permanent?

Are permanent dentures thinner than temporary dentures?

What are the disadvantages of zygomatic implants?

How long do zygomatic implants last?

How painful are zygomatic implants?

What is the success rate of zygomatic implants?

Do Zirconia Teeth Look Good?

How long do zirconia teeth last?

Are zirconia teeth expensive?

Does zirconia feel like real teeth?

What are the 3 types of dental implants?

Which type of dental implants are best?

What is the healthiest dental implant?

What is the downside of all on four dental implants?

How many teeth are on All-on-4®?

How long do all on four implants last?

Who is not a candidate for all on 4 dental implants?

Are full mouth dental implants a good idea?

How painful are full mouth dental implants?

How long does it take to recover from full mouth dental implants?

How many implants are needed for full mouth?