subject: Dentures- What You Should Know [print this page] Replacing missing teeth immediately is vital because the effects of missing teeth can lead to a shift in your remaining teeth, an inability to chew and bite properly as well as a sagging facial appearance. Dentures can help. Today, dentures are designed to be functional and comfortable, offering a very natural appearance of your teeth. Dentures can improve your smile and re-establish your ability to chew and speak. Talk to your Naples dentist about dentures if you think you are in need of them.
How Dentures Work
If you are facing the possibility of replacing your teeth with dentures, it is important for you to understand how they will impact your lifestyle. Whether you are missing all or just some of your natural teeth, dentures can provide you with many benefits. Replacement teeth will help to fill out your smile by giving support to your cheeks and lips. Thanks to advances in modern dental technology, dentures will fit you comfortably and will look just like your natural teeth.
Made when all of your natural teeth are missing, complete dentures can be used to replace your upper or lower teeth, or both. Complete dentures are often call "conventional" or "immediate" depending on when they are made and inserted into the mouth. Immediate dentures are inserted immediately after the removal of your remaining teeth. In order for this to happen, your dentist will take measurements of your mouth and makes the models of your jaw during a preliminary visit.
An advantage of immediate dentures is that you do not have to be without teeth for the healing period. Your bones and gums can shrink and move over time, so immediate dentures may require rebasing or relining to allow for a proper fit later on. A conventional denture can be made once the tissues in the mouth have healed, which can take six to eight weeks.
Tips For Proper Denture Care
It is very important to practice proper dental hygiene when you are wearing your dentures. Brush your denture with a denture brush daily to remove food deposits, which will help make sure your dentist does not become permanently stained. Avoid using a brush with hard bristles, as these can damage your dentures over time. When purchasing a cleanser for your dentures, look for the American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance.
When you first start wearing them, speaking and eating may be difficult. Begin by eating soft foods that are cut into small pieces and gradually work your way up into eating normal foods. Your dentist can work with you to tailor a self-care plan that will ensure optimal use of your dentures.
To learn more about dentures or to schedule an appointment, contact your dentist in Naples today.
