When comparing dentures, the price is influenced by the type of denture, materials used, laboratory work, design, number of teeth being replaced, and the complexity of the case.

The following guide explains the main differences between common denture options and provides an estimated price range.

1. Full Acrylic Denture

Estimated price: €375–€450 per arch

A full acrylic denture replaces all the teeth in either the upper or lower arch.

Materials commonly used:

• Acrylic resin denture base

• Acrylic or composite denture teeth

• Denture-processing materials

Why it costs this amount:
Full dentures require a complete denture base, a full set of replacement teeth, impressions, bite registration, laboratory processing, finishing and adjustments.

Best suited for:
Patients who have lost all or most teeth in one dental arch and need a removable full denture.

2. Partial Acrylic Denture

Estimated price: €200–€220+

A partial acrylic denture replaces several missing teeth while some natural teeth remain.

Materials commonly used:

• Acrylic resin base

• Acrylic or composite replacement teeth

• Acrylic clasps or other retention components, depending on the design

Why it is generally less expensive:
It usually covers a smaller area and replaces fewer teeth than a full denture. The final price can increase depending on the number and position of missing teeth and the complexity of the design.

Best suited for:
Patients who still have some healthy natural teeth but need several missing teeth replaced.

3. Flexible / Valplast Denture

Estimated price: €450–€525

Flexible dentures are made from a flexible thermoplastic resin rather than conventional rigid acrylic.

Materials commonly used:

• Flexible thermoplastic resin

• Tooth-colored or acrylic denture teeth

Key characteristics:

• Flexible and lightweight

• Can provide a more discreet appearance

• Often uses flexible tooth-colored clasps

• Does not have the same rigid acrylic structure as a conventional acrylic denture

Why it can cost more:
The material and laboratory processing are different from conventional acrylic dentures, and fabrication requires specialized techniques.

4. Metal-Frame + Acrylic Denture

Estimated price: €450–€700

A metal-frame partial denture combines a rigid metal framework with acrylic sections and replacement teeth.

Materials commonly used:

• Cast metal framework, commonly a dental alloy such as cobalt-chromium

• Acrylic resin

• Acrylic or composite replacement teeth

• Metal clasps and other framework components

Why it costs more:
The framework requires detailed design and laboratory fabrication. The metal structure can provide greater rigidity and support than a conventional acrylic partial denture.

Best suited for:
Patients who need a more structured and durable removable partial denture design.

5. Denture Reline

Estimated price: approximately €90–€100

A denture reline is not a new denture. Instead, material is added or replaced on the fitting surface of an existing denture to improve its adaptation to the gums.

Materials commonly used:

• Acrylic-based denture reline material

• Laboratory or chairside reline materials, depending on the procedure

Why the price is lower:
A reline modifies an existing denture rather than creating an entirely new denture.

Best suited for:
Existing denture wearers whose gums and supporting tissues have changed over time, causing the denture to become loose or uncomfortable.

Quick Comparison

Why Prices Differ

Two dentures may look similar but have very different laboratory requirements. The final cost can depend on:

1. The material used — acrylic, flexible thermoplastic, or metal framework.

2. The number of teeth being replaced.

3. The complexity of the denture design.

4. Laboratory fabrication and processing.

5. Impressions, bite registration and fitting appointments.

6. Adjustments or additional procedures required.

7. Whether you need a completely new denture or simply a reline.

Important Note

These figures are estimated price ranges and may vary by clinic, laboratory, materials, case complexity and location. A dental examination is necessary to determine which option is appropriate for each patient and what the final treatment cost will be.

The cheapest option is not always the best option. The right denture should balance fit, function, appearance, durability and patient comfort.