Denture Reline and Repair near Taepyeong Station, Seongnam
A reline refits the underside of a loose denture to your gums, and a repair fixes a crack, a fracture or a broken-off tooth.
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A reline refits the underside of a loose denture to your gums, and a repair fixes a crack, a fracture or a broken-off tooth. The clinic's published fees are ₩150,000 for a denture reline and ₩200,000 for a denture repair. If the denture is worn out or no longer suits your mouth, your dentist can compare those with a new denture or an implant-retained option.
Why Dentures Loosen Over Time
A denture is made to fit your gums and jaw as they are on the day it is fitted. After teeth are lost, the bone beneath the gums slowly changes shape, and the change is usually fastest in the months after extractions. The denture stays the same, so a small gap opens between the plastic base and the gum.
That gap is what makes a denture rock, collect food or rub. A reline closes it by adding new material to the fitting surface so the denture follows the current shape of your mouth again. The teeth and the outer part of the denture stay the same.
A repair is different. It deals with damage, such as a crack across the base, a snapped clasp on a partial denture, or a tooth that has come away. Often a denture needs both: a crack can be a sign that the denture was flexing because it no longer fitted well.
Signs Your Denture Needs a Reline
Book a check if you notice any of the following. Putting up with a poor fit can make the gums sore and, over time, can make the problem harder to correct.
- The denture moves or lifts when you talk, laugh or eat.
- You need more adhesive than you used to, or adhesive no longer helps.
- Food gets trapped under the denture more often.
- Sore spots, redness or ulcers appear where the denture rests.
- Your bite feels different, or your face looks more sunken at the mouth.
- A partial denture no longer clicks firmly into place.
- An immediate denture was fitted after extractions and the gums have since healed and shrunk.
A sore spot that does not heal should always be examined, whether or not the denture seems loose.
Published Prices
These are the clinic's published non-covered fees for dentures and related items. A reline or repair is often the economical first step; a new denture is considered when the old one is worn, damaged beyond sensible repair, or no longer suits your mouth.
Extractions are not on the published list and are quoted after examination.
| Item | Published fee (KRW) |
|---|---|
| Denture reline | ₩150,000 |
| Denture repair | ₩200,000 |
| Immediate denture | ₩300,000 per arch |
| Partial denture | ₩1,400,000 |
| Complete denture | ₩1,800,000 per arch |
| Magnetic attachment (implant overdenture) | ₩500,000 |
Prices as published; confirm at consultation. Your written quote lists the items your case needs.
What Happens at a Reline or Repair Visit
Bring the denture with you, clean and in its case. If it has broken, bring every piece, even small ones.
Examination
Your dentist checks the gums for sore areas, looks at the remaining teeth if you wear a partial, and examines the denture for cracks and wear.
Recommendation
You hear whether a reline, a repair, both, or a new denture makes more sense, and why. The fee is confirmed before work starts.
Reline or repair
For a reline, the fitting surface is renewed to match your gums. For a repair, the broken area is rebuilt or the tooth or clasp reattached. Your dentist tells you how long you may be without the denture.
Fit and bite check
The denture is tried in, pressure points are adjusted, and the bite is checked so the teeth meet evenly.
Follow-up
A short review visit lets the dentist ease any new sore spot once you have worn the denture for a while.
Reline, New Denture or Implant-Retained Option
A reline restores fit but does not renew worn teeth or a tired base. If the teeth are flattened, the base has been repaired several times, or your bite has changed a lot, a new denture may serve you better.
If the main problem is that a lower denture will not stay down, even when it fits well, an implant-retained overdenture is worth discussing. A small number of implants hold the denture with magnetic attachments; it still comes out for cleaning but sits more firmly. The attachments are published at ₩500,000, and the implants themselves are separate items quoted at consultation.
| Option | Often considered when | Published fee |
|---|---|---|
| Reline | The denture is in good condition but has become loose | ₩150,000 |
| Repair | There is a crack, fracture, broken clasp or lost tooth | ₩200,000 |
| New complete denture | The denture is worn, repeatedly broken or the bite has changed | ₩1,800,000 per arch |
| New partial denture | Remaining teeth have changed or more teeth have been lost | ₩1,400,000 |
| Implant-retained overdenture | A well-made denture still will not stay in place | ₩500,000 magnetic attachment, plus implants |
Which option suits you depends on your gums, bone and remaining teeth. Your dentist explains after examination.
What Not to Do at Home
Home repair kits and household glues can seem like a quick fix, but they often leave the denture slightly out of shape, and some glues are not safe in the mouth. A poor home repair can also make a proper professional repair harder.
Do not file or trim the denture yourself to relieve a sore spot. Removing material in the wrong place can make the fit worse and is difficult to undo. If something rubs, take the denture out for a while if you can, and book a visit.
To avoid damage, handle the denture over a basin of water or a folded towel, clean it after meals with a soft brush, and keep it in water or a soaking solution when it is out, as your dentist advises. Hot water can warp some denture materials.
- No superglue or home relining kits.
- No filing or trimming at home.
- Keep all broken pieces and bring them in.
- Bring the denture to every check-up.
Visiting from Taepyeong, Sujin, Moran or Bundang
The clinic is at 2–3F, 1225 Seongnam-daero, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam, by Taepyeong Station Exit 5, close to Sujin, Sinheung and Moran and reachable from Bundang on the Suin-Bundang Line. There is a parking garage in the building, with parking benefits for treated patients, which helps if you are bringing an older family member.
Hours are Monday to Wednesday 09:30–20:30, Thursday 09:30–19:00, Friday 09:30–18:30 and Saturday 09:30–13:00, with no lunch break. The clinic is closed on Sundays and open on public holidays. English-language consultation is available; please call ahead so the visit can be planned around how long you may be without your denture.
English-speaking dentists in Seongnam
The clinic was founded by two brothers trained at Seoul National University who direct it together. Three further dentists hold Ministry of Health and Welfare specialist certifications. Full credentials →
Dr. Hyun Sung Park
Clinic Director
- Co-founder and joint clinic director
- DDS, Seoul National University School of Dentistry
- Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
- Former staff, Dept. of General Dentistry, SNU Dental Hospital
- Microendodontics Programme, SNU
- Course completion, UCLA, USA
- Member, UPenn Endodontics Study Club, USA
- Certified Invisalign Provider
- Osstem Implant AIC Programme
- Member, International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI)
Dr. Min Ji Choi
Dentist
- Board-certified specialist, Conservative Dentistry
- Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry
- Internship and residency, Jeonbuk National University Dental Hospital
- Master’s degree in Conservative Dentistry, Jeonbuk National University
Dr. Jin Young Choi
Dentist
- Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry
- Clinical training, Faculty of Dentistry, University of British Columbia, Canada
- Master’s degree, Kyungpook National University Graduate School of Dentistry
- BA in English Language and Literature, Korea University
Dr. Hyeonjoon Park
Clinic Director
- Co-founder and joint clinic director
- DDS, Seoul National University School of Dentistry
- Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
- Former staff, Dept. of General Dentistry, SNU Dental Hospital
- Affiliate Associate Fellow, American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID)
- Certified Invisalign Provider; leads orthodontic treatment
- Course completion, UCLA, USA
- Member, UPenn Endodontics Study Club, USA
- Member, International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI)
- Member, Seoul Prime Orthodontic Study Club
Dr. Yu Jin Kim
Dentist
- Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry (Ministry of Health and Welfare)
- Johns Hopkins University, USA
- Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
- Former staff, Osaka University Dental Hospital, Japan
Video: our dentists explain
In Korean. On YouTube, turn on subtitles and choose Settings → Subtitles → Auto-translate → English.
What this video covers
The dentists explain that denture pain often comes from pressure concentrating on one area of the gums, which can happen as the gums and jawbone change shape and the denture loosens, or when food gets trapped underneath. They describe signs to check in a mirror, such as red or sore spots and a denture that rocks or feels loose. As temporary measures until you can see a dentist, they suggest taking the denture out to rest the gums, keeping both the mouth and the denture clean (including gentle rinsing with mild lukewarm salt water), and cleaning the denture with a soft brush and mild soap or denture cleaner rather than toothpaste, then storing it in water or a soaking solution overnight. They caution against grinding or gluing the denture yourself and advise stopping use of a cracked denture and bringing any broken pieces to the clinic.
- Remove the denture to rest sore gums, and unless told otherwise, take it out at night
- Clean dentures with a soft brush and mild soap or cleanser, not toothpaste, and keep them moist
- See a dentist if pain lasts several days, sores recur, or the denture is loose or damaged
Denture Reline & Repair: frequently asked questions
How much does a denture reline cost?
The published fee for a denture reline is ₩150,000. Your dentist confirms the fee after examining the denture.
How much is a denture repair?
The published denture repair fee is ₩200,000. If the denture also needs a reline, your quote shows both items.
How do I know if I need a reline or a new denture?
A reline suits a denture that is in good condition but loose. If the teeth are worn, the base has broken repeatedly or your bite has changed, a new denture may make more sense.
Will I be without my denture?
Possibly, for part of a day or longer, depending on the work. Ask when you book so you can plan around it.
Can a denture made at another clinic be relined or repaired?
Usually it can be assessed. Bring the denture and any records; your dentist explains what is possible after examining it.
My immediate denture is loose. Is that normal?
Yes, gums shrink as they heal after extractions, so an immediate denture commonly needs adjusting or relining. Book a check rather than relying on extra adhesive.
Can implants stop my denture from moving?
An implant-retained overdenture uses magnetic attachments, published at ₩500,000, to hold the denture more firmly. The implants are separate items, and suitability depends on your bone.
Is the consultation free?
The clinic offers a free consultation before treatment, and English-language consultation is available.
Related treatments and guides
Get your denture checked
Tell us whether your denture is loose, cracked or uncomfortable, and how old it is. We will arrange a visit and confirm the fee before any work starts.
Visit us: Taepyeong Station Exit 5, Seongnam
2–3F, 1225 Seongnam-daero, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do (Taepyeong Station Exit 5)
| Monday – Wednesday | 09:30 – 20:30 |
|---|---|
| Thursday | 09:30 – 19:00 |
| Friday | 09:30 – 18:30 |
| Saturday | 09:30 – 13:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Public holidays | Open |
| Lunch break | None — continuous hours |
Parking garage in the building; parking benefits for patients receiving treatment.
