Dentures

We have the technology to craft artificial replacements for a person’s natural teeth. Accidents, diseases, or poor oral health may leave very few healthy teeth in a person’s mouth, or none at all. So, what to do? Dentures might be the way you choose to replace the missing teeth.

Dentures come in two types: partial dentures and complete dentures. Because dentures are always custom-made, a mold of your teeth needs to be made by the dentist taking impressions. Partial dentures are also referred to as “removables” or “partials.” When teeth in the mouth are not strong enough to support a dental bridge, or when several teeth are missing, the partials are a good option. Partial dentures are made up of at least one fake tooth, held in its place by clasps that will fit onto nearby, still-existing natural teeth. The denture can be taken out for sleeping and for cleaning.

Complete dentures are also called “false teeth.” Complete dentures can be removed, and when they are in the mouth, suction holds them in place. And- there are two types of complete dentures! They are immediate dentures and conventional dentures. Immediate dentures are made before your natural teeth are removed. After your teeth are pulled, your dentist will insert your immediate dentures. Conventional dentures are made and inserted only after your teeth have been extracted- and the gums have totally healed.

Overdentures

If complete dentures are giving you a hard time, suggest overdentures, which is a removable denture that fits over the natural teeth still left in your mouth, or even over dental implants. If you have natural teeth left, they’ll be reshaped to fit inside the overdenture. If there are no natural teeth left, small implants will be needed in the mouth. The overdenture can be attached to those implants.

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If you have any questions about dentures, please feel free to visit your local Oakville Dentist or call (905) 465-0026. We will be happy to answer all your questions and concerns