Dentures Having an incomplete smile as the result of missing or damaged teeth can not only drain your confidence, but it can also affect your overall quality of life. Your teeth play a vital role in speaking and eating, which becomes more difficult if you are missing multiple teeth. Thankfully, our professionals at Osborne Dentistry provide many services that can be used to complete and restore your smile. One way that we can accomplish this goal is through the use of complete or partial dentures. They are a comfortable and easy-to-use restorative option that does not require surgery. Dentures are made from a variety of materials, but the primary materials used to create them are acrylic and porcelain, which yields a natural and durable final product. What Are Partial Dentures?Partial dentures are similar in design to complete dentures, but only replace a small section of your teeth. Generally, a patient will only receive partial dentures on either their upper or lower set of teeth. While this restoration can be used to replace parallel missing teeth on your upper and lower jaw, other restorative options are often better suited for this particular scenario. Partial dentures are necessary if you have a set of four or five teeth that have become decayed or knocked loose in a traumatic accident. When this happens, our professionals can make a mold of the gum line and create a removable set of replacements. Partial dentures are most successful when replacing the prominent front teeth and are more difficult to place on the sides of the mouth. Do Dentures Function as Good as Normal Teeth?Dentures are a good restorative option when teeth are lost or need to be removed. By replacing these missing teeth, you can provide needed support to your facial structure and also regain the ability to communicate clearly. They can also improve your ability to chew and enjoy the foods you love. However, dentures do not provide the same level of bite strength as natural teeth or dental implants. This is because they are not firmly attached to your jawbone like real teeth. Since you will not have as high of bite strength with dentures, you will need to avoid excessively hard or grisly foods to avoid damaging your dentures. How Do I Get Dentures?Getting dentures starts with a visit to our office. During the initial consultation, our professionals will conduct an oral exam and take digital X-rays of your oral cavity. Once we have determined that you are a good candidate for dentures, we will take a mold of your mouth. The mold is sent to a lab and used to create your custom set of dentures. If you are receiving partial dentures, they will be color-matched to your adjacent teeth so that they blend in with your smile. Complete dentures will be made in one uniform shade for a natural look. Do not suffer through another day with an incomplete smile. Come see our professionals at Osborne Dentistry and let our team help you regain your smile. If you are ready to schedule your appointment, call our office at 541-451-4300 today. |