Losing a single tooth can be extremely inconvenient, but if all or most of
your teeth are missing, it’ll be extremely difficult at best to speak,
smile, and enjoy a nutritious diet. Let Dr. Craig help you live a full life
again with full and partial dentures in Moses Lake; these prosthetics are as
beautiful as they are functional, and each one is specially designed to meet
your specific needs.
Contact us today
to schedule a dentures consultation and get started building your new grin.
What are Dentures?
Dentures are probably the most well-known form of tooth replacement;
they’ve been used for centuries, but thanks to modern technology and
materials, they’re more comfortable and durable than ever. Depending
on your needs, you may get:
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Full Dentures: An entire arch of false teeth rests on an
acrylic gum-colored base that’s held in place by natural suction or
an adhesive.
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Partials: Specially designed prosthetics designed to fit
in your smile like a puzzle piece to replace your teeth in specific areas.
They’re usually secured by a metal clasp.
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Implant-Retained Dentures: Full or partial dentures that
have been attached to titanium posts fused with your jawbone. These
dentures won’t slip, and they’ll let you safely chew even
tough foods such as steak.
The Process of Getting Dentures
After any necessary tooth extractions, we’ll use our digital
impression system to design a set of dentures that fit as comfortably as
possible in your mouth. A dental lab will create your new dentures, and
you’ll return to our office to have them fitted.
If you’re getting dental implants, the procedure is somewhat
different. The implant posts need to be surgically attached to the jawbone,
at which point your mouth will need about 3 to 6 months to heal. Once it
has, the implants should be stable enough to support the load of full
dentures.
Maintenance for Dentures
Dentures don’t last forever, but if you want to get the most out of
them, it’s important to keep them clean by rinsing them with water
after every meal. (Be very careful handling your prosthetic whenever you
take it out for cleanings.) Ideally, you should also clean your tongue,
cheeks, and the roof of your mouth while your dentures have been removed.
You can also brush your dentures daily with a soft-bristled brush and
denture cleaner (not toothpaste). If you have traditional dentures or
removeable implant dentures, don’t forget to take them out at night to
give your gums a rest while you sleep.
Benefits of Dentures
- Increase your self-esteem and improve your appearance
- Give your facial muscles necessary support
- Improve your speech
- Eat foods that you wouldn’t be able to enjoy without teeth
- Can be secured by long-lasting dental implants
- Can be cleaned quickly and thoroughly after being removed
