(559) 875-7980When you struggle to eat or speak due to missing teeth, it is time for dentures. Dentures are removable prosthetic dental appliances used to replace missing teeth. You may lose your teeth due to disease or an accident. In either case, the solution is the same.
Dentures have improved immensely from the ones your grandparents had. Many patients with missing teeth do not consider dentures because they are worried dentures will be high maintenance and uncomfortable. There is no doubt that dentures in Sanger take some getting used to, but the long-term benefits far outweigh the problem of getting used to them.
The Benefits of Dentures
Modern dentures are built for comfort and performance. They will be able to perform the functions of natural teeth. Sometimes, it takes a few visits to your dentist to get the fit just right, but dentures should not cause sores on your gums or other chronic discomfort. Dentures are made of natural-looking materials so that your smile will look normal. While dentures may require some adjustment time, they are worth the effort.
The days of food restrictions due to wearing dentures are gone. You may limit some foods to help your dentures last longer, but there is no list of foods you must always avoid.
Dentures replace the support of your face provided by your original teeth. Your appearance will return to normal, and you will no longer have the sunken cheeks of a toothless person. Your smile will be restored and any worries about your appearance due to missing teeth will be gone. Getting dentures can help you speak more clearly by fixing problems pronouncing certain words.
If you have some good teeth left, partial dentures can fill in the spaces of the missing teeth to prevent excessive wear and tear on your natural teeth. Dentures will also stop your natural teeth from shifting into abnormal positions.
Modern dentures are much easier to clean than in the past. You will not need to worry about having bad breath or other problems due to unclean dentures.
Getting dentures in Sanger can be a more affordable way to replace your teeth.
The Process of Getting Dentures
You will start with a consultation with Dr. Mann as a separate visit or as part of your routine dental care. Getting dentures can be the culmination of many visits and even years of care.
Severely damaged and decayed teeth will need to be removed. When only one or two need extracting, this can be done with local anesthesia. You may want more substantial anesthesia if many teeth must be extracted before you can get dentures. Having only a few teeth removed at a time can take many months, so you should consider having all teeth extracted at once.
Once your gums have healed, Dr. Mann will make impressions of your upper and lower gums. This mold will help guide the construction of your dentures so they will fit perfectly. Dr. Mann will also take some measurements to assist with fitting your dentures. The relationship between your upper and lower jaws is calculated so your dentures will come together properly when chewing. You will choose the denture tooth’s color, shape, and quality.
A wax version of your dentures is then created so you can decide if you like their appearance. You will be evaluated as to how well the dentures are fitting. Once everyone is happy, your permanent dentures will be made.
When your finished dentures arrive in our Sanger office, a denture fitting appointment will be set.
Once you are successfully wearing your dentures, it is important to remember good oral and denture hygiene. Attend regularly scheduled appointments with Dr. Mann to ensure your dentures are in perfect working order.
Dentures in Sanger May Be the Right Choice for You
Dentures may seem like an old-fashioned solution, but modern dentures in Sanger are an excellent choice when your original teeth can no longer serve you. They will fit well and function perfectly so that you can return to eating and smiling like you used to.
Call today to schedule an appointment.