Dentures are removable plates holding one or more artificial teeth. Dentures can be taken out and put back into the mouth. Today’s dentures are now more natural looking and comfortable than ever before.
There are two main types of dentures: full and partial. Your dentist will help you choose the type of denture that’s best for you based on whether some or all of your teeth are going to be replaced.
The main benefit of dentures is that you have a set of fully functioning teeth that will look and feel natural.
Firstly, you will have an initial consultation with our dentist to discuss the procedure. With full dentures, a flesh coloured acrylic base fits over your gums. The base of the upper denture covers the palate, while the lower denture is shaped like a horseshoe in order to accommodate your tongue.
Dentures are then custom made in a dental laboratory from the impressions taken of your mouth.
New dentures can feel uncomfortable or awkward at first- eating and speaking may require some practice. A bulky or loose feeling is not uncommon, while the muscles of your cheeks and tongue learn to hold your dentures in place. As well as this, minor irritation or soreness is not unusual. If you are experiencing irritation, visit Advanced Dental Group for further advice and recommendations.
Over time, your denture will need to be relined/remade/rebased due to normal wear. As you age, your mouth naturally changes, which results in your dentures loosening. When your dentures loosen, chewing becomes difficult and irritates the gums.
We advise that you see your dentist annually for a check up.
It is important to maintain good oral hygiene after the procedure – it is important to brush your dentures daily to remove food deposits and plaque.
When handling your dentures, we recommend that you stand over a folded towel or basin of water. Dentures are delicate and may break if dropped.
After the procedure don’t let your dentures dry out. Place them in a denture cleanser soaking solution or water when you’re not wearing them – however do not use hot water as this can cause the denture to warp/
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