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When your teeth are severely damaged from tooth decay, or when you’re suffering from a gum disease or a facial injury, you may lose your teeth. In that case, dentures may be an option for you. Missing teeth cause the facial muscles to sag over time. Dentures can help improve your appearance. They also support speech, eating and chewing.
When you get dentures, they may feel a bit uncomfortable at first. Eating and speaking may feel strange. However, that sensation passes with time. It is important to be careful while using dentures. They may make it more difficult for you to distinguish between hot and cold foods and liquids. You may also bite on bone without ever noticing.
Your dentist will probably schedule visits more often to check on your new dentures and ensure a proper fit. Your mouth will change over time, and you may need your false teeth replaced or adjusted. If your dentures begin moving too much inside your mouth, a denture adhesive may be necessary. Whatever the case may be, your doctor will be there to help you.
Keeping your dentures clean is crucial, so steer clear of foods that can cause stains, swollen gums or bad breath. Clean your dentures daily with special denture-care products. At night, take them out, and keep them in a denture-cleansing liquid or water.
There are several different types of dentures. The best one for you depends on your oral health and needs, as well as your lifestyle. Here are some of the most popular options:
Complete (Full) Dentures
Complete dentures are an option for patients needing a whole set of teeth (for both upper and lower jaw). They restore the look and shape of your natural teeth, and they can be customized. They also help you eat and chew normally.
In some cases, however, complete dentures lead to a development of a speech impediment, like lisp. The reason behind it is the thick material that covers the palate. It is necessary and cannot be thinned. Some patients adapt to it over time; others do not. Another factor to consider is bone shrinkage. False teeth do not prevent it; only dental implants preserve the bone.
Full dentures are treated as the last option, after all other restorations and treatments have been regarded as ineffective.
Removable Partial Dentures
Removable partial dentures (RPD’s) are artificial teeth attached to a plastic base the color of your gum. They are an option for patients who only have some teeth missing, those, who want removable dentures or those who cannot get a dental bridge.
To make them stronger, RPD’s are built onto a cast metal framework. Just like complete dentures, RPD’s also restore the function, feel and look of your natural teeth. They can be removed and replaced easily.
Fixed Partial Dentures
Fixed partial dentures (FPD’s) are also called implant-supported bridges. They use existing teeth as anchors or abutments. They are recommended for patients who are missing only some teeth and to those, who want a fixed denture.
Since FPD’s use two dental implants to replace the missing teeth, they are not removable (unlike RPD’s and complete dentures). They can help restore one or more teeth in a row when healthy natural teeth are present on both sides of the gap. FPD’s are stronger than removable dentures and provide extended protection of your mouth. However, they make abutments more at risk for decay.
Implant Retained Dentures
Implant retained dentures, also known as overdentures, do not permanently attach to implants. They snap into place and latch onto the metal posts (abutments). They are a good option for patients, who suffer from bone loss and need more stability. They often support an entire set of teeth. Implant retained dentures are durable; they improve chewing and the overall function of teeth better than other false teeth. However, they need to be removed daily for cleaning and tissue rest.
Immediate Dentures
Immediate, or same-day, dentures are an option for patients who have their teeth extracted and then dentures installed the same day.
Traditionally, once a patient’s teeth are extracted, dentures are placed only after their jaw had time to heal. That can take anywhere from 6-8 weeks. Immediate dentures are used right after the extraction procedure. They are convenient, however less comfortable since they are not customized to fit your gums. Immediate dentures are meant to serve only as placeholders for the better-fitted, definitive false teeth.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dentures Cincinnati, Ohio [OH]: We Offer Dentures & Partials
Can I get dentures?
Patients with significant teeth loss are ideal candidates for dentures. The most important factor in determining who can get false teeth is the overall oral health of the patient, not their age, as is commonly believed. It is important to note that dentures need enough support from natural tissue to be stable and safe. Patients need to have enough healthy jawbone and gum tissues remaining for dentures to work properly.
Most patients, who wear dentures, are over the age of 65. However, it is not uncommon for younger patients to wear them as well, especially women over the age of 40.
How do I clean my dentures?
First, to clean your dentures and remove plaque, gently brush them with a soft brush. Hold the dentures over the sink with a washcloth. Be careful not to drop your false teeth because they can chip and break. Then, put them into a denture-cleansing liquid overnight (you can also use vinegar diluted with water to remove calculus). When you wake up, brush them once more before putting them in.
How much do dentures cost?
Many dental insurance plans cover up to 50 percent of the total cost of dentures. The cost depends on the type of denture you need and the benefits your carrier provided. It is also best to check in with your insurance plan holder as well as your dentist’s office.
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