Dentures- Smile With Confidence
At Chinook Mall Family Dental Clinic we know how important your teeth are. Though many advances have been made in the field of dentistry, loss of teeth is still an ongoing problem. If you have lost your natural teeth due to damage, decay or injury, dentures can replace your missing teeth and restore your smile. Dentures offer a natural looking solution, enhancing your appearance and benefiting your health.
What Are Dentures?
Dentures are removable false teeth that are worn to replace missing teeth. These artificial teeth are generally made of acrylic and designed to best match your natural teeth. The base of a denture is called a plate and is usually made of either acrylic or metal. Dentures can be taken out and put back into the mouth, and they are available as either full or partial dentures, depending on how many teeth need to be restored. Today’s dentures are natural looking and more comfortable than ever.
There are two main types of dentures: full and partial. Dr. Stewart Charchuk; Calgary dentist, will help you choose the type of denture that’s best for you based on whether some or all of your teeth are going to be replaced and the cost involved.
Standard Full Dentures
Standard full dentures are dentures that comprise a full set of upper and lower teeth. This type of denture uses suction to stay in place. They are made of a pliable material which makes suction easy. However, it is for this reason that standard full dentures require routine visits to the dentist. Being pliable, the dentures are susceptible to shrinkage, thus creating an ill-fitting prosthetic that can result in the atrophy of the jawbone.
Partial Dentures
Partial dentures are dentures that replace only a limited number of teeth, not an entire set. Partial dentures are a single piece fitting that is supported by the remaining teeth and gums. They are much more secure than standard full dentures and are more comfortable.
Who is a Candidate For Dentures?
If you are missing just a few of your teeth due to oral disease, a misfortune, or malnutrition, you will be in a situation requiring the application of a set of partial dentures. Depending on the exact circumstances of your mouth, partial dentures will typically be designed to fit in between the remaining teeth and integrate with them to form visual cohesiveness, the end result being the appearance of a full set of teeth. However, depending on the severity of the problem regarding missing teeth, you might require oral surgery prior to being given a set of partial dentures. Although this is not usually the case for most people, our team will be able to provide you all the information necessary to help you understand your special needs and arrive at a optimal conclusion to your oral situation.
In the event that all your teeth are missing, possibly due to several issues regarding your oral health such as bone loss, periodontal disease, or tooth decay, you’ll most likely be in need of complete dentures to fulfill the requirements of replacing an entire set of teeth. Complete dentures are entirely customizable, offering you the ability to recreate an authentic oral image and empowering you once again to do the things you used to enjoy such as chewing, eating, speaking clearly and looking fresh and young. This choice is definitely one to consider in the event you have lost all your teeth.
Loss of teeth and expensive treatment options don’t have to prevent you from continuing to lead a healthy and happy life. Removable dentures are a suitable course of treatment for many people. You deserve to give yourself the best treatment possible! Please visit us in the Chinook Mall Professional Tower to discuss options for your best smile.
