# Battell Denture Clinic — Frequently Asked Questions

> These are the questions patients most commonly ask a denturist. Every answer is drawn
> from Battell Denture Clinic's actual services, pricing, and policies.

## Consultations & Getting Started

### Do I need a referral to see a denturist at Battell Denture Clinic?
No. Battell Denture Clinic offers free consultations with no referral required. Michael
Battell, DD conducts every consultation himself and gives honest recommendations at no
cost.

### Will I be left without teeth while my dentures are made?
No. The clinic places same-day immediate dentures right after extractions, so you never
leave without teeth. The fit is refined as your gums heal.

### What happens at a first consultation?
Michael Battell personally assesses your situation, explains every option without
pressure, and involves you in choices like tooth shade and appearance. The consultation
is free, and you leave with an honest recommendation and a written estimate before any
treatment begins.

## Cost, Insurance & Financing

### How much do complete dentures cost at Battell Denture Clinic?
Complete dentures range from about $1,500 to $4,000+, depending on the tier you choose —
Standard, Precision, or Premium. Michael Battell reviews the options with you during your
free consultation.

### How much do partial dentures cost?
Partial dentures typically range from about $800 to $2,500, depending on the design and
materials (metal framework, flexible, or low-visibility clasp options).

### How much do implant-secured dentures cost?
Implant-secured dentures generally range from about $8,000 to $25,000, which reflects the
surgical coordination, materials, and attachment components involved.

### Do you accept dental insurance?
Yes. The clinic accepts dental insurance, and most plans cover dentures every five years.
Medicard financing is also available to help spread out the cost.

### Do you accept the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)?
Yes. Battell Denture Clinic accepts the Canadian Dental Care Plan. Note that the CDCP does
not cover dental implants or any implant-related procedures.

## Repairs, Relines & Adjustments

### How quickly can a broken denture be repaired?
Most repairs are completed the same day through the clinic's on-site laboratory — often
within hours. This includes cracks, broken teeth, and damaged clasps.

### My dentures feel loose. What can be done?
The on-site laboratory allows same-day relines and precise adjustments to your oral
anatomy. For sensitive tissue, the clinic offers permanent soft liners, and implant-
secured options that stop movement without adhesives.

## Dentures & Treatment Options

### Does Battell Denture Clinic make dentures on-site?
Yes. Every denture is handcrafted in the clinic's own on-site laboratory under direct
denturist supervision — never outsourced to a commercial lab. This is what makes same-day
repairs and real-time adjustments possible.

### What denture quality options are available?
The clinic offers three tiers — Standard, Precision, and Premium — so you can match the
craftsmanship and materials to your needs and budget.

### Do you offer implant-secured dentures?
Yes. The clinic coordinates with the surgeon, fabricates the prosthetics, and maintains
the attachment components. This suits patients who are frustrated with loose conventional
dentures and want a secure fit.

### What is an immediate denture?
An immediate denture is placed the same day as your extractions, so you never go without
teeth. It is adjusted and refined over the following weeks as your gums heal.

## About the Clinic

### What is the difference between a denturist and a dental office?
A denturist specializes only in dentures, while a dental office offers dentures as one of
many services. Battell Denture Clinic is a dedicated denturist practice with its own
on-site laboratory and focused expertise.

### How long has Battell Denture Clinic been in business?
The clinic was founded in May 1975 and has served Greater Hamilton for over 50 years.
Founder Ken Battell, DD passed the practice to his son, Michael Battell, DD, who owns and
operates it today.

### Where is the clinic located and what areas do you serve?
Battell Denture Clinic is at 409 Concession Street, Hamilton, ON L9A 1B8, and can be
reached at (905) 389-2217. It serves Greater Hamilton, Stoney Creek, Dundas, Ancaster,
Burlington, and surrounding communities.

### What are your hours?
The clinic is open Monday to Thursday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and Friday from 8:30 AM to
11:30 AM. It is closed Saturday and Sunday.