Dentures

What are Dentures?

Dentures are prosthetic appliances that are constructed to replace missing teeth and are supported by surrounding tissues of the oral cavity. They are also known as false teeth. Dentures are used on patients who have lost their natural teeth. Dentures can be full dentures if the prosthetics cover the entire arch or partial dentures if the prosthetic cover only one, two or more missing teeth.

Signs that you Need Dentures

When you have lost three or more teeth, then you should seriously consider having dentures. The pressure on the remaining teeth will be too great, and therefore you will now be at risk of losing more teeth. It’s a domino effect. You should also have dentures when your teeth shift position, become loose, or when the gaps between them widen. Red, swollen, tender, or bleeding gums also call for dentures in a patient.

Key Benefits of Dentures

Dentures help restore your confident smile. When tooth loss occurs, many people experience embarrassment and self-consciousness about the condition of their smile. Dentures give individuals their confident smiles once again, and they will stop worrying about keeping their teeth hidden.
They enable you to eat the foods you enjoy. Missing several or all of your teeth comes with limitations on the types of foods you can enjoy. One of the chief benefits of dentures is that you can have the freedom to eat normally again.
Dentures help preserve your facial structure by providing support to your facial features. They prevent side effects of missing teeth, such as sagging cheeks. They can help you to restore the shape that was lost along with your teeth.

What to eat Before and After the Procedure

A normal diet will do before the dentures placement procedure. However, after dentures have been fitted, it is recommended that you begin with soft foods such as eggs, puddings, chopped meat, cooked vegetables, and fish. As you get used to them, you then gradually ease back into foods you love, starting with small quantities cut into smaller pieces.

Durability of Dentures

While dentures can last for as long as ten years, generally, it is recommended that they are replaced every 5-7 years for proper fit and maintenance. Dentures wear and stain more quickly than natural teeth hence the need for replacement. If you are looking for a dentist in Boston or Roslindale for getting a new full denture or a partial denture, please call Smiley Dental today.

After Procedure Care

As part of after procedure care, dentures should be removed, brushed, and rinsed after meals. You should also ensure that you clean your mouth after removing your dentures. It is also important that they are soaked in the denture-soaking solution overnight while you are in bed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I be without teeth during treatment?

No. We can provide temporary solutions so you can smile and eat while your final denture is made.

Will my dentures look natural?

Yes. We match tooth shape and shade to your face and smile. We adjust the look with you at the try-in visit.

Will they feel loose?

New dentures can feel different at first. Fit improves with adjustments and practice. Implant options provide extra stability if needed.

Can I sleep with dentures?

Take them out at night unless we give other instructions. This lets your gums rest and helps prevent sores.

Can I switch to implants later?

Often, yes. We can plan implants to improve hold and comfort when you’re ready.

Schedule your denture appointment

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