DENTURES THAT FIT

Dentures

Did you know that the average adult between the ages of 20 to 65 is on an average missing three or more teeth? If you are missing three or more teeth, there are plenty of reasons to correct the problem. Some of your replacement option include: bridges, dental implants, or dentures.  A denture is a removable replacement for missing teeth and surrounding tissues.

Partial Dentures

A removable partial denture is a prosthesis that replaces one or more missing teeth in the upper or lower jaw. There are a variety of removable partial dentures available to patients and each one comes with its own set of benefits and disadvantages. Flexible partial dentures (Duraflex, Valvplast) are becoming more popular due to their nice aesthetic look and the comfort they provide. They are clinically unbreakable, easy to polish and even adjust. Thin and transparent these partials virtually disappear in the mouth.

Complete dentures

A complete denture is a prosthesis that replaces all the missing teeth in a jaw (upper or lower). A complete denture can either be “conventional” which is placed 8 to 12 weeks after all the teeth have been extracted and healing has taken place or “ immediate” which are fabricated in advance and placed at the time of extraction of teeth.

Are there any alternative to dentures?

Yes, implants supported overdentures. Overdentures are a newer alternative to dentures, combining traditional denture technology with modern advancements in dental implants. The use of dental implants to stabilize dentures has proven to be successful for many people. By placing two implanted attachments to the lower jaw, an overdenture is able to sit securely in place to instantly increase retention, stability, and comfort. This is especially important in lower-jaw full-denture situations where traditional dentures tend to have less adhesion due to a limited foundation and the tongue muscle dislodging the prosthetic teeth.

Benefits of Overdentures

• Stabilizes the denture thus solving the problem of loose dentures
• Improves speech and confidence
• Ends the inconvenience of denture adhesives
• Limits the amount of bone loss thus preserving facial structural integrity.