DENTURES AND PARTIALS
If you’re missing multiple teeth or are otherwise unhappy with your smile, a full or partial set of dentures could turn things around for you. By replacing your missing, damaged, or decayed teeth with dentures in Lakeland, it’s possible to restore your bright smile and boost your confidence. You just need to work with your dentist to see if you’re a good candidate. Ready to get started? Here’s what you need to know.
Signs You Need Dentures
If you have many missing teeth, then the decision to get full or partial dentures might be an easy one, but that’s not always the case. Sometimes, you have to decide between saving your natural teeth and replacing them with dentures. If that’s the case, you’ll want to get your Lakeland, FL dentist’s opinion on the matter and weigh your preferences.
Oftentimes, dentists will recommend dentures if your:
- Natural teeth are far too damaged or unstable to save
- Gums regularly bleed, swell, and feel sensitive
- Ability to eat certain foods is compromised
- Often having toothaches that impact your quality of life
Beyond that, they may recommend dentures if you’re simply unhappy with your smile and want a cost-effective solution. While deciding if you want dentures, you’ll also have a chance to consider dental implants and see if that solution might work better.
What Are Partial and Full Dentures?
Like dental implants, partial and full dentures completely replace missing, damaged, or decayed teeth. The main difference is that dentures sit on top of your gums, while implants attach to posts that are surgically implanted in your jawbone.
Both full and partial dentures Lakeland attach to an acrylic or plastic base designed to blend into your gum line. The base attaches to your gums with a little bit of adhesive, so they stay in place all day.
Once set in place, the dentures act like your natural teeth, allowing you to comfortably talk and chew. At night, you take the dentures out to clean them and give your gums a rest while you sleep.
Complete Dentures
Complete dentures can be either “conventional” or “immediate.” Made after the teeth have been removed and the gum tissue has begun to heal, a conventional denture is ready for placement in the mouth about 4-6 months after the teeth have been removed.
Unlike conventional dentures, immediate dentures are made in advance and can be positioned as soon as the teeth are removed. As a result, the wearer does not have to be without teeth during the healing period. However, bones and gums shrink over time, especially during the healing period following tooth removal. Therefore a disadvantage of immediate dentures compared with conventional dentures is that they require more adjustments to fit properly during the healing process and generally should only be considered a temporary solution until conventional dentures can be made.
Partial Denture
A removable partial denture or bridge usually consists of replacement teeth attached to a pink or gum colored plastic base, which is sometimes connected by metal framework that holds the denture in place in the mouth. Partial dentures are used when one or more natural teeth remain in the upper or lower jaw. A fixed bridge replaces one or more teeth by placing crowns on the teeth on either side of the space and attaching artificial teeth to them. This “bridge” is then cemented into place. Not only does this denture fill in the spaces created by missing teeth, it prevents other teeth from changing position. A precision partial denture is removable and has internal attachments rather than clasps that attach to the adjacent crowns. This is a more natural-looking appliance.
Benefits of Getting Full or Partial Dentures in Lakeland
If you settle on getting partial or full dentures in Lakeland FL, you can expect to enjoy many excellent benefits. When compared to saving severely damaged teeth or getting implants, dentures are much more affordable overall.
Despite their lower cost, they are just as effective as natural teeth and implants in letting you chew and speak clearly. Furthermore, since dentures are custom made to fit your gum line, they are comfortable to wear all day. Compared to implants, dentures are also less invasive, often just requiring the removal of the remaining damaged teeth. If you already have a row of missing teeth, your dentist may just need to create your dentures without any additional work.
Once you have your dentures in place, you can flash your brilliant smile wherever you go, confident that your teeth look natural and suit your features. You can then move on with your day without worry about your appearance or ability to speak and eat.
Want to Improve Your Smile with Dentures in Lakeland, FL?
If you’re ready to perfect your smile with full or partial dentures in Lakeland, FL, call 863-648-5338 to schedule your visit. At your appointment, Dr. Kawveh Nofallah will perform a full exam to see how to improve your teeth, and then let you know if you’re eligible for dentures. You’ll also get a chance to discuss the other dental treatment options available to you, so you can make well-informed decisions about your care.
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