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Dentures – Spring House, PA
Rebuilding Smiles When Multiple Teeth Are Missing
The way you chew your food, the way you pronounce words, the way you show off your grin when meeting someone new – all of these things rely on your teeth. How can you get the most out of life when multiple teeth are missing? Fortunately, oftentimes the answer isn’t too complicated; all you have to do is call our office in Spring House. Dr. Patel and Dr. Gandhi can complete your grin again with a beautiful, durable denture.
Why Choose NeoSmile Dental Care for Dentures?
- Fully Customized Tooth Replacement Solutions
- Dental Implants Placed In-Office
- State-of-the-Art Treatment Planning Technology
Who's a Good Candidate for Dentures?
If you’re struggling with moderate to severe tooth loss and are ready to reclaim your smile, then you shouldn’t hesitate to schedule an appointment with our team at Neosmile Dental Care. Once we understand your dental history, needs, and goals, we can determine if you’re a good candidate for dentures. You can also read on if you would like to learn more on the topic, including the qualities that we look for during the initial exam.
Effects of Missing Teeth
Tooth loss can have a negative impact on your:
- Self-Esteem – Without a full arch of teeth, it can be very difficult to look and feel your best, even around people you’ve known for years.
- Bite Alignment – Following tooth loss, the surrounding teeth can gradually move, increasing your risk of everything from chronic jaw pain to premature wear.
- Speaking Patterns – Without a full arch of teeth, your speaking patterns can change significantly and make it difficult to enunciate clearly.
- Bite Strength – Oftentimes, patients who are struggling with tooth loss are left with one choice: to eat applesauce, plain yogurt, and other extremely soft foods on repeat.
If this sounds all too familiar, then take the next step: schedule an appointment at our office so we can determine if you’re a good candidate for dentures.
What Qualifies You for Dentures?
You may qualify for dentures if:
- You have lost an entire row of teeth, or there are several gaps in one or both arches.
- Your jawbone is healthy enough to keep dentures supported and stable.
- You are able to practice excellent oral hygiene in order to maintain your dentures.
- You are willing to break harmful habits, like smoking.
You don’t need to figure out whether dentures are right for you by yourself. We can determine your best option for tooth replacement by completing an examination of your mouth and jaw. So, don’t hesitate to schedule a consultation with us; we’re here to help!
Alternative Tooth-Replacement Options
There are a few instances where we don’t recommend dentures, including if you are only missing one tooth. If that’s the case for you, then we can restore your complete and confident smile with:
- A Dental Bridge – A dental bridge replaces one tooth or up to four missing teeth consecutively by placing a dental crown on the teeth surrounding the gap. Then, the replacement tooth or teeth connect the two, literally “bridging” the gap.
- A Dental Implant – Dental implants are unique because they can replace any number of missing teeth. If you are only missing one, then we can secure the post to the jawbone and place a custom dental crown on top, effectively replacing both the root and crown.
Types of Dentures
There are three main categories of dentures, each of which has various pros and cons to consider. Once we understand your situation a bit better, we can give you a more detailed overview of each type of denture and point you toward the one that best fits the needs of your smile.
Partial Dentures
Whether you’ve lost many teeth or just a few, a partial denture can be designed to fill in all the gaps. Usually, partial dentures come with clasps that let them stay attached to the healthy teeth that you still have. Most people won’t be able to tell which teeth are part of the denture thanks to the natural appearance of the prosthesis.
Full Dentures
A full denture is used when an entire arch of teeth is missing. Suction naturally occurs between the gums and the base of the denture, which is what keeps your new teeth in their proper place. Like partial dentures, full dentures are made to resemble the natural teeth as closely as possible.
Implant Dentures
Implant dentures tend to feel more lifelike than traditional dentures because the implant posts that hold them in place act similarly to real tooth roots. Generally, a denture attached to dental implants is more secure, and oftentimes you can even leave it in your mouth 24/7. (Meanwhile, traditional dentures need to be removed at night.)
The Benefits of Dentures
If you qualify for dentures, there are plenty of benefits that can make them a worthwhile investment, including:
- A diet that contains a wider range of nutritious foods.
- Improved speaking ability.
- Easy maintenance.
- Durability that often allows them to last 10 years or more.
- Preservation of the shape of your face (which can help you look younger).
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