Dr. Finlay Sutton | Beautiful Dentures in an Implant World: Rediscovering the Art of Removable Prost

Dentures are often misunderstood, underappreciated, and even scorned in the modern implant era. Some colleagues visibly recoil when I say I work exclusively in removable prosthodontics—and yes, I’ve genuinely been asked, “Would you give your wife a denture?” My answer: If it’s the right option—yes.

Finlay Sutton is a specialist prosthodontist from the northwest of England who focuses entirely on removable prosthodontics—and loves it. Working side-by-side with master technician Rowan Garstang (in the room next door), Finlay provides patients with dentures that not only look incredibly natural but also function beautifully.

After qualifying in 1993 and spending six unpredictable years in general practice, Finlay realised he needed to go deeper. This led to seven years of specialist training in prosthodontics and restorative dentistry at Manchester and Liverpool dental hospitals. In 2007, he opened his own referral practice dedicated to removable prosthetics.

These days, his time is split between treating patients, teaching dentists how to make better dentures (and enjoy it), and developing new ideas to improve care. His mission? To help more people chew, smile, and live better—with dentures that actually work.