Meet Our Staff
Leduc Denture Clinic is run by a team of dental professionals to ensure that all clients who visit us are satisfied and happy with our services. Meet our staff and discover the various options that are available for you, through our years of experience in providing quality dentures.
Get to know our hardworking team.
Kevin Grover:
I have done my entire denturist career in Leduc. After graduating from NAIT in 1984, I worked as a student denturist until I got my license in 1986 and bought the clinic from my employer. Since that time, I have served my profession in various capacities on both association and regulatory boards. I have had the pleasure of mentoring several student denturists, including my daughter, who have all gone on to successful careers. I have always taken pride in my work and enjoyed working with the public. I still find success and happiness in helping people and making a difference in people’s health, appearance and confidence. In 2018 I had the honour of being presented the Alberta Denturist “Award of Merit” for outstanding service and contribution to the profession. My wife and I raised our three daughters and some furry friends in Leduc and have enjoyed the community involved and friendships we established over this time.
I have done my entire denturist career in Leduc. After graduating from NAIT in 1984, I worked as a student denturist until I got my license in 1986 and bought the clinic from my employer. Since that time, I have served my profession in various capacities on both association and regulatory boards. I have had the pleasure of mentoring several student denturists, including my daughter, who have all gone on to successful careers. I have always taken pride in my work and enjoyed working with the public. I still find success and happiness in helping people and making a difference in people’s health, appearance and confidence. In 2018 I had the honour of being presented the Alberta Denturist “Award of Merit” for outstanding service and contribution to the profession. My wife and I raised our three daughters and some furry friends in Leduc and have enjoyed the community involved and friendships we established over this time.
Shayna Grover:
I received my Diploma in Denturist Technology in June 2018 and became a licensed denturist August of 2018. I completed my practicum here as a student denturist throughout the year of 2017 and then carried on my career here in this clinic once I became licensed. I am passionate about helping others and I know how much a smile can change a person's life. I love how rewarding it is to see an individual's confidence and health increase after receiving treatment here at Leduc Denture Clinic. I strive to be as personable as possible and love listening to each patient, making sure each and every person I treat is happy and satisfied under my care. I love to learn and I’m always finding new and improved ways to benefit my patients through continued education. Come say hello and I’m sure you’ll leave with a smile!
Brin:
My name is Brin. I am a licensed denturist who is an active member of the College of Alberta Denturists. I graduated from NAIT in 2022. I live in Fort Saskatchewan with my fiancée and two fur children. I enjoy playing various sports on my time off, such as volleyball and softball. I find a lot of pride in my profession and enjoy making an impact on my patients’ self-confidence. I can’t wait to expand my skill set and dive into the digital aspect of the industry. I can’t wait to meet you!
Samantha Weech:
I am Samantha Weech. After lots of hard work and pushback due to the pandemic, I finished up dental technology studies and NAIT in August of 2020. I am committed to making sure the finest work is put into every project I handle at the clinic. I love the creative aspect of my job, seeing how happy our patients are with their new smiles.
Veronica Hayden:
I started talking to patients at Leduc Denture Clinic 17 years ago and thoroughly enjoy getting to know the person behind the smiles we create. My background as a certified dental assistant has given me the knowledge to inform our patients about what is involved with their treatment. I have been part of Leduc’s community since 1988 as I have raised my three children here. I also recently became a grandma.
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Q: What are immediate dentures?A: Immediate dentures are dentures that are placed in your mouth as soon as your teeth are extracted. The dentures are made prior to your extraction date so that you don’t have to go without teeth. By inserting them immediately, you start to get used to having them in your mouth right away which can make the transition to dentures easier. It also helps protect the tissues by acting as a “Band-Aid”, helping control bleeding and swelling. They also help keep food particles from getting in the extraction sites, reducing irritation and possible infection. There are plenty of follow up appointments to do with immediate dentures, as your tissues are shrinking as they heal. In order to combat the shrinkage, we place temporary linings in the denture. These fill the areas in the denture where your gums have shrunk, improve the fit and your comfort level. These liners are placed in the denture every 4-6 weeks as necessary for at least 6 months before we do a “permanent reline”.
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Q: Are my teeth going to look fake?A: They shouldn’t! We can add some minor twists or slight spaces if you wish to achieve a very natural smile. However, they can be very straight if you desire!
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Q: Can my dentures be sharpened?A: No. The teeth begin to fill over time due to normal wear from chewing. If you are a “grinder” it can be worse. The only way to correct this is to replace them.
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Q: How long will my dentures last?A: You can expect your denture to last 5-7 years or more depending on extrinsic factors.
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Q: How much do my dentures cost?A: Denture cost can vary with complexities and whether they are complete or partial dentures. We can let you know the cost of your treatment after we have discussed treatment plans with you, with no obligation of course.
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Q: If I have a partial and I lose another natural tooth, do I have to get a whole new partial?A: No. Your partial can be added onto in most cases.
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Q: Why doesn’t my lower denture fit as well as my upper one?A: The lower denture does not have a suction to it like the upper denture. Because of the movement of the tongue and the floor of the mouth, this cannot be accomplished.
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Q: Why are my dentures getting loose?A: Your gums and bone in your mouth will shrink over time and this causes them to loosen up. Weight loss can also cause this issue. A reline or a new denture will help snug up the fit.
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Q: What is a reline?A: A reline is where we take an impression, using your denture as a tray, to take an imprint of how your gums are now versus how they were when the dentures were originally made. This allows us to fill up the space where your gums have shrunk and tighten back up the fit to prevent movement of the dentures.
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Q: How long does it take my gums to heal after my teeth are pulled?A: This will vary from person to person and depends on how many teeth are extracted. Your gums will continue to shrink throughout your lifetime but the majority of the healing will take place in 6-12 months.
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Q: Does the roof of my mouth have to be covered by the denture?A: It does for a normal denture. With implants placed to support the denture, it is then possible to eliminate the palate coverage.
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Q: What are implants?A: Implants are a screw-like post that is surgically placed into the bone to support an implant-retained denture. The denture has attachments on the inside that click on to the implants, allowing the denture to have additional retention. The implant will also help maintain bone height.
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Q: If I’ve had my teeth out for a long time, can I still get implants?A: In most cases, yes! We will refer you to the proper professional to make sure this option is available to you if you desire it.
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Q: Does it hurt to get implants?A: There will be some minor discomfort as expected with any procedure. Most patients tell us it is less painful than having a tooth pulled.
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Q: How many implants do I need?A: Depending on the treatment desired, you would need at least two.
