What are dentures?
Dentures are oral prosthetics that replace missing permanent teeth. They’re made from durable materials like acrylic, plastic, or nylon, and rest comfortably on your gums.
Dentures mimic the strength and appearance of your natural teeth. Their unique design and custom fit allow you to bite and chew confidently.
What are the types of false teeth?
At Sargon Dental, Dr. Dansie offers several types of dentures, including:
Partial dentures
If you’re missing a single tooth or only a few teeth, consider partial dentures. Partial dentures snap comfortably into place around your existing permanent teeth. Some are flexible and made of rubbery materials; others are stiff and inflexible.
Complete dentures
Complete dentures replace an entire arch of teeth. They feature a metallic base plate, pink nylon or plastic gums, and full row of artificial teeth. You apply a denture adhesive to the base plate, which prevents them from moving around.
Overdentures
Overdentures attach to dental implants — metal posts that Dr. Dansie places beneath your gum line. Of all the denture types, overdentures are the toughest and most durable. With good oral hygiene and routine checkups, overdentures can last a lifetime.
What does getting dentures involve?
At Sargon Dental, getting dentures begins with an in-office consultation. During your appointment, Dr. Dansie conducts an oral exam and takes a series of oral X-rays. If you have decaying or severely damaged teeth, he might also recommend extractions before moving forward.
If Dr. Dansie determines you’re a good candidate for dentures, he takes digital impressions of your mouth with an intraoral scanner. He sends your impressions to the on-site dental laboratory that creates a custom prosthetic that fits your mouth perfectly.
About a week later, you return to Sargon Dental. Dr. Dansie has you try on your dentures and makes adjustments as necessary. Then, he tells you how to clean and care for them.
How do I care for my dentures?
It’s important to care for your dentures like you would your natural teeth. Dentures collect food particles, tartar, and harmful bacteria so you need to regularly brush them.
To extend their lifespan, be careful when holding them. Avoid exposing them to extremely hot beverages like tea or coffee as they might bend or warp. At night, remove your dentures and soak them in an approved cleaning solution.
If you’re interested in learning more about dentures, make an appointment at Sargon Dental. Call the nearest office to speak with a member of the support team or click the online booking tool.
