How Do I Know If Dentures Are the Perfect Fit for My Smile?

If you are missing one tooth or multiple teeth, then dentures are a terrific solution because they restore your smile. These dental appliances will replace your missing teeth by being placed in the gum and secured by the gum tissue and jawbone. With various types of false teeth available, you can have the dentures fitted by our dentists, Dr. Phil Nasralla and ensure that they match the shape, color, and size of your natural teeth. 

Types of dentures 

There are a few denture options that you can consider, which are: 

Partial dentures

These are utilized if you still have some healthy teeth in your mouth and they are generally clipped around those natural teeth. Although these clips might be visible when you are speaking, they can be developed with a material that matches the color of your natural teeth. 

Full dentures

When you have lost all your teeth, whether that was due to decay, injury, infection, periodontitis, or any other medical condition, full dentures are needed. Our dentists will install a plate that sits against your gums and the artificial teeth are attached to the plate. Your plates and gum fittings, which are made of metal or acrylic to match the color of your gums, usually will not be visible to others. 

Removable dentures

The traditional model, removable dentures are simpler to clean, but they can also slip out of place more easily than the alternative. This is why the dentist will recommend that you avoid hard, chewy, and sticky foods when wearing removable dentures. These generally last five years before they must be replaced. Any patient with sufficient gum tissue and jawbone can receive removable dentures if that is their preference. 

Flexible dentures

The alternative to removable dentures are made of flexible and more durable materials. As a result, they are highly comfortable to wear, lighter, and less awkward when placed in your mouth. They come with a translucent resin that is identical to the color of your gums, so there will be no need for visible clips like those that partial dentures have. Flexible dentures last in the range of five to eight years. While they are more expensive than the traditional model, all patients with enough gum tissue and jawbone can use them if that is their choice. 

Why choose dentures over implants or other types of dental care

Dentures offer a few distinct advantages that make them a better option than implants or various alternatives: 

• The material that is used to create the gum tissue for the dentures can be completely matched to your gums. This allows the dentures to appear naturally within your mouth. 
• Dentures are generally more affordable than dental implants. 
• When necessary, dentures are easy to adjust and modify, which will maintain your facial structure and make it simpler to adapt if any future tooth loss occurs. 

Benefits of dentures

There are several benefits to be gained by wearing dentures, including: 

• Dentures are designed with comfort as a priority, in addition to ensuring that they provide the same functions as your natural teeth. 
• You will not be prevented from eating any of the foods that you desire, as your dentures will provide a level of sturdiness that complements your natural teeth. To preserve your dentures, one of our dentists might suggest some foods that you should consume in moderation. 
• Dentures improve your smile and appearance, both of which will reduce any social anxiety that you might feel about your missing teeth. 
• Once you lose a few teeth, your facial muscles will experience sagging. With dentures, you re-establish that support within the face that your natural teeth previously provided, which will maintain your facial appearance. 
• Losing teeth leads to a diminishing oral bone structure. Dentures can slow down the process of bone disintegration. 
• For patients who have some natural teeth, partial dentures will prevent those teeth from losing their effectiveness. They would be exposed to excessive chewing, but partial dentures keep the biting evenly distributed among all the teeth. 
• Traditional dentures are generally removable, which makes them easier to clean.
• Dentures allow you to speak more freely and comfortably. 
• Dentures resemble your natural teeth because they are available in porcelain or plastic materials. 
• Dentures are a less costly treatment option compared to other methods, like dental implants, particularly if you still have natural teeth in your mouth. 

If you have experienced tooth loss in any form and are considering dentures, feel free to contact our group at Dr. Phil The Dentist. You can also visit our office in Comox, British Columbia, where we will answer any questions that you might have and help determine if dentures are suitable for you.

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