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Rediscover Your Smile and Confidence with Custom Dentures

Dentures are removable prosthetic teeth designed to restore your smile and improve oral function. Depending on your dental needs, you may be fitted with either full or partial dentures. Full dentures replace all natural teeth, while partial dentures are used when only some teeth are missing.

Types of Full Dentures

  • Conventional Full Dentures: All remaining natural teeth are removed, and your gums are given time to fully heal before dentures are placed. This process typically takes several months, during which you will be without teeth.
  • Immediate Full Dentures: These are prepared in advance and placed right after tooth extraction, so you won’t be left without teeth. However, as your gums and jawbone heal, adjustments will be needed to ensure a proper fit. Once healing is complete, your dentist may need to tighten or realign the dentures for long-term comfort and function.

Partial Dentures
Partial dentures are ideal when some natural teeth remain. Similar to a bridge, they fill the gaps left by missing teeth but are removable, offering flexibility and ease of cleaning.

Getting Used to Dentures
Adapting to new dentures takes time. Initially, the denture base may feel bulky, and your tongue might feel restricted. Some looseness is normal at first, which can affect your speech and ability to eat. However, as your mouth adjusts, dentures will begin to feel more natural. While they may never replicate the exact feel of natural teeth, they offer a much-improved alternative to living without teeth.

Denture Care Tips
Even though dentures aren’t natural teeth, they still need regular care. Brush them daily to remove plaque and food particles, and rinse them before and after wearing. When not in use, store them in room temperature water or a denture-cleaning solution—avoid hot water, which can cause warping. Handle your dentures carefully, and never attempt to make adjustments on your own. If they feel uncomfortable or become loose, visit your dentist for professional adjustments to avoid damage.

For personalized denture solutions and expert care, contact Dennis Dental Care in Hartville, OH. Our experienced dental team is committed to helping you maintain comfort, function, and confidence with your dentures and overall oral health.

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