Full and Partial Dentures
Full and partial dentures are removable replacements for missing teeth. There are various kinds of dentures available, but all dentures share a common goal: to replace teeth.
Complete Dentures
Complete dentures are a cost-effective, simple replacement option for patients who are missing all of their top and/or bottom teeth. These dentures are designed to fit over your gums, as the patient no longer has any teeth.
Partial Dentures
Partial dentures are a way to replace one or more missing teeth and restore your natural smile. Remaining teeth can act as anchors to help stabilize partial dentures. Therefore, some of the patient’s existing teeth may need to be prepared in order for a partial denture to fit properly.
Immediate Dentures
In some cases, teeth may need to be extracted and your mouth given a chance to heal before a new, permanent denture can be fabricated. Immediate dentures are perfect for patients that would like a set of dentures as an interim during the healing process. Immediate dentures can be partial or complete and can be inserted immediately after dental extractions.
Immediate dentures normally require adjustments as the healing process takes place, so achieving optimal comfort and fit normally takes several appointments.
Denture Care
After you receive your dentures, our doctors will instruct you on how to properly clean them in order to remove bacteria and buildup. Make sure to handle your dentures carefully and store them in a denture case whenever they are not being used. It is important to clean your mouth daily, brush your denture daily, and to soak your denture overnight with a denture cleaning solution.
Even with dentures, regular dental check ups with us are still necessary to have your dentures examined and professionally cleaned. Our doctors also perform oral cancer screenings during your regular checkups to make sure you are in good health.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Partial dentures are removable dental appliances used to replace one or more missing teeth, providing a natural-looking smile and restoring oral function.
Complete dentures replace all teeth in either the upper or lower jaw, while partial dentures are used when some natural teeth remain and act as anchors to support the denture.
Dentures should be cleaned daily using a denture-cleaning solution and a soft brush. They should be handled with care, and stored in a denture case when not in use, and regular dental check-ups are necessary for maintenance.
Yes, regular dental check-ups are essential for denture wearers. We can examine the fit and condition of the dentures, provide professional cleaning, and perform oral cancer screenings for overall oral health.
