TREATMENTS

Dentures

A denture or a complete denture as it is often called, is an appliance that is inserted in the mouth, replaces natural teeth and provides support for the cheeks and lips.

Most dentures are made of acrylic and can be fabricated two different ways.

  • A conventional denture is made after all teeth have been extracted and the tissues (gums) have healed.
  • An immediate denture is fabricated and inserted immediately after the teeth are extracted and the tissues are allowed to heal under the denture.
  • An upper denture has acrylic, usually flesh colored, that covers the palate (roof of the mouth).
  • A lower denture is shaped like a horseshoe to leave room for the tongue.

The teeth are made of plastic, porcelain or a combination thereof. Dentures can be fabricated to fit over endodontically treated teeth and a complete denture can be attached to dental implants to allow for a more secure fit of the appliance.

Dentures over a normal course of time will wear and need to be replaced or relined in order to keep the jaw alignment normal. The alignment will slowly change as the bone and gum ridges recede or shrink due to the extraction of the teeth. Regular dental examinations are still important for the denture wearer so that the oral tissues can be checked for disease or change.

Partials

Losing even one tooth can have a profound look on how you talk, eat, and look. Fortunately, we can repair your smile by replacing your missing teeth with acrylic or cast metal partials. Our office offers additional options, including implant dentistry. Please call our office today to learn more.

Acrylic Partials

Natural in appearance, acrylic partials come six shades and are backed by a 12 month warranty.
 

Cast Metal Partials

Even though they are made of stonger materials, cast metal partials are less bulky. They fit better and last longer, providing years of comfort. Available in a wide variety of shapes. sizes, and shades.
 

Flexible Partials

An innovative alternative to traditional partials, flexible partials use a lightweight, gum-colored plastic to create a more blended, natural appearance. As easy to put in as they are to take out, they fit securely into place using clasps that curl around the necks of the teeth. Since the clasps are similar in color to the surrounding gum tissue they rest upon, they are almost impossible to see. Biocompatible and non-allergenic, the FDA-approved plastic makes these partials virtually unbreakable.