Dentures

Dentures are replacements for missing teeth that can be taken out and put back into your mouth. While dentures take some getting used to, and will never feel exactly the same as one's natural teeth, today's dentures are natural looking and more comfortable than ever.

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 need to be replaced.

How Long Before I Get Used to My Dentures?

New dentures may feel awkward or uncomfortable for the first few weeks or even months. Eating and speaking with dentures might take a little practice. A bulky or loose feeling is not uncommon, while the muscles of your cheeks and tongue learn to hold your dentures in place. Excessive saliva flow, a feeling that the tongue does not have adequate room, and minor irritation or soreness are also not unusual. Please tell our dentist if you experience any irritations.

How Long do Dentures Last?

Over a period of time, your denture will need to be relined, remade, or rebased due to normal wear. Rebasing means making a new base while keeping the existing denture teeth. Also, as you age, your mouth naturally changes. These changes will make your dentures loosen, making chewing difficult, as well as irritating your gum. It is advised that you should see your dentist at least once a year for dental check-up.

Here are Some Tips for Caring your Dentures:

• When handling your dentures, stand over a folded towel or basin of water. This is because dentures are delicate and may break if dropped.
• Don't let your dentures dry out. Place them in a denture cleanser soaking solution or in plain water when you're not wearing them.
  Never use hot water, which can cause them to warp.
• Brushing your dentures daily will remove food deposits and plaque, and help prevent them from becoming stained.
  An ultrasonic cleaner may be used to care for your dentures, but it does not replace a thorough daily brushing.
  Brush your gums, tongue and palate every morning with a soft-bristled brush before you insert your dentures.
  This stimulates circulation in your tissues and helps remove plaque.
• See your dentist if your dentures break, chip, crack or become loose.
  Don't be tempted to adjust them yourself this can damage them beyond repair.