Dentures
A denture is a removable dental appliance to replace missing teeth and surrounding tissue.
At Deall Dental we pride ourselves on our ability to fit patients with quality dentures that resemble the look and feel of natural teeth.
There are two types available – complete and partial.
Complete dentures are used when all teeth are missing, while partial dentures are used when some natural teeth remain. A Partial denture not only fills in the spaces created by missing teeth, it also prevents other teeth from shifting.
A Complete denture may be either “conventional” or “immediate.” A conventional type is made after the teeth have been removed and the gum tissue has healed, usually taking 4 to 6 weeks. During this time the patient will go without teeth.
Immediate dentures are made in advance and immediately placed after the teeth are removed, thus preventing the patient from having to be without teeth during the healing process. Once the tissues shrink and heal, adjustments will have to be made.
Dentures are very durable appliances and will last many years, but may have to be remade, repaired, or readjusted due to normal wear.
Frequently asked questions
Dentures usually feel quite foreign when first fitted, but over a few weeks of full time wear they usually settle in. Due to the nature of dentures and their ability to be removed, they will never feel like your natural teeth, but we will work with you to ensure we get the best possible fit for you.
Over time dentures can become loose for various reasons. Sometimes the dentist can adjust the clasps to tighten the fit, other times a reline is required. In cases of loose full dentures, implants can be placed to significantly increase retention.
Yes this is common. New dentures often create sore spots in the mouth and adjustments are required to make them comfortable.