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New Solutions to an Old Problem – Dentures
So… you have a missing tooth and you’ve decided you’re ready to do something about it! A dental bridge is certainly one option to consider, but there are other alternatives as well.
Today’s dentures are comfortable and natural looking. No one will even be able to tell that they’re not your “real” teeth!
A visit to our practice, Jeffrey B Thorne, DDS will help you to evaluate the solution that works best for your situation… and your budget! Give us a call and we’ll arrange a consultation to discuss solutions to your “open space” problem!
Traditional Dentures Can Replace Full or Partial Tooth Loss
Although they’ve been around for ages, today’s dentures are more comfortable and natural looking. Today’s dentures are definitely not your grandmother’s dentures!
There are basically two types of dentures.
- Full Dentures that replaces all your teeth
- Partial Dentures that replaces several missing teeth
Both types may require that some teeth be pulled or that some surgery be performed on the bony ridges beneath the gums to better accommodate your new dentures so they have a perfect feel and “fit.”
We begin by taking an impression of your teeth which is used to custom make your dentures. If your dentures are full, and any extractions are necessary, a temporary denture is placed to assist with the healing and to provide “teeth” while your gums heal. A final denture is prepared after all healing has taken place, usually within six – twelve months.
Partial dentures replace missing teeth and are attached to existing teeth with anchors made of plastic or metal.
Both full and partial dentures are removed at night when you go to sleep, so that saliva can “wash” over your gums to maintain a healthy mouth.
Ready to Discuss Dentures?
If you’re ready to discuss dentures, then so are we. Of course there may be other options available as well, but we won’t know for sure until we see you! So give Jeffrey B Thorne, DDS a call to schedule an examination and consultation. Don’t you agree it’s about time?