Dentures and Partials
At Mid Cities Dental, we have years of experience in making dentures and partials. One of our greatest referral sources are our denture wearing patients due to the joy and success that they have had with their new teeth.
Learn about Dentures and Partials
Dentures are replacement teeth that can be removed. Many people who are missing one tooth, several teeth or all their teeth benefit greatly from dentures.
Dentures improve your chewing and speech, and support your facial muscles. They make a big difference in your appearance and your smile, and can boost your self-confidence.
Made from acrylic resin, most dentures are very natural-looking and can be matched in color and appearance to your other teeth. It normally takes about 4 visits to make a proper denture with normally a few follow up visits. These multiple appointments with our office are necessary for you to receive all the benefits you’ll gain from them — your increased ability to chew, a great-looking smile, and confidence when speaking.
Complete Dentures
A complete denture is for people who have no teeth in their lower jaw or upper jaw, or both jaws. In addition to the other suggestions for denture care listed below, complete dentures should be removed and cleaned two or three times daily to keep your gums healthy and to allow your tissues to relax.
Interim Dentures and Partials
If a tooth is damaged and cannot be restored, together, we may decide to create a temporary partial denture. That way, if you need the tooth removed, you can wear the temporary partial denture until a permanent solution is designed for you.
This temporary solution allows you to continue with your professional and social commitments without showing a gap in your smile. Sometimes an immediate denture is used to replace a number of hopeless teeth at one time. Generally, the prosthesis will require relining, rebasing, or being completely remade three to six months later.
Getting Used to Your Dentures and Partials
Even dentures that fit beautifully require an adjustment time. At first, you may experience minor speech changes and some eating difficulties. You may also notice an increased flow of saliva during this period.
While you’re getting used to your replacement teeth, you may want to keep high-profile events to a minimum and give yourself time to adjust. You may also want to start with soft food that is easy to chew, while your comfort level increases.
Some denture wearers notice a slight change in their facial appearance. Knowing what to expect helps to anticipate normal adjustments for denture wearers and to effectively manage them.
While we may advise you to wear your false teeth initially at night, normally you will remove your dentures while you sleep. Taking a break for eight hours gives your tongue and saliva a chance to do its natural job of cleaning and stimulating your gums.
Caring for Your Dentures and Partials
- Handle with care
- Remove and brush daily
- Use a brush and cleansers designed for dentures
- Don’t use abrasive cleaners or toothpaste which can leave scratches
- Don’t sterilize them in boiling water or in the dishwasher – the hot water will warp them
- If you wear a partial denture, remove it before you brush your natural teeth and clean it carefully with a brush and cleaner
- If your dentures are not in your mouth, soak them in a glass of water or denture cleaner. Dry dentures can become brittle and crack or break
- Keep your dentures in the same place and away from pets and children – this will also help you from losing or misplacing them
- Have your mouth and dentures checked at least once a year by your dentist
If you are looking for something more permanent then dentures or partials, talk to us about dental implants.
Dental Services We Offer
DENTAL EMERGENCY SERVICES
Alleviate the pain and address the problem!
RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
Giving you the smile you lost!
PREVENTATIVE DENTISTRY
Fixing your smile in advance!
COSMETIC DENTISTRY
Improving the smile you have!
Complete Dentures
A complete denture is for people who have no teeth in their lower jaw or upper jaw, or both jaws. In addition to the other suggestions for denture care listed below, complete dentures should be removed and cleaned two or three times daily to keep your gums healthy and to allow your tissues to relax.
Partial Dentures
Partial dentures are for people who have some natural teeth remaining, or who only need to replace a few teeth. The benefits are the same as for full denture wearers: your facial muscles will be supported, your smile improved and your ability to chew and speak will be enhanced. Partial dentures can be made with metal or non metal materials depending on the situation and the aesthetics involved.
Interim Partial Dentures or Flipper
If a tooth is damaged and cannot be restored, together, we may decide to create a temporary partial denture. That way, if you need the tooth removed, you can wear the temporary partial denture until a permanent solution is designed for you.
This temporary solution allows you to continue with your professional and social commitments without showing a gap in your smile. Sometimes an immediate denture is used to replace a number of hopeless teeth at one time. Generally, the prosthesis will require relining, rebasing, or being completely remade three to six months later.
Getting Used to Your False Teeth
Even dentures that fit beautifully require an adjustment time. At first, you may experience minor speech changes and some eating difficulties. You may also notice an increased flow of saliva during this period.
While you’re getting used to your replacement teeth, you may want to keep high-profile events to a minimum and give yourself time to adjust. You may also want to start with soft food that is easy to chew, while your comfort level increases.
Some denture wearers notice a slight change in their facial appearance. Knowing what to expect helps to anticipate normal adjustments for denture wearers and to effectively manage them.
While we may advise you to wear your false teeth initially at night, normally you will remove your dentures while you sleep. Taking a break for eight hours gives your tongue and saliva a chance to do its natural job of cleaning and stimulating your gums.
Caring for Your Dentures
- Handle with care.
- Remove and brush daily.
- Use a brush and cleansers designed for dentures.
- Don’t use abrasive cleaners or abrasive toothpastes, which will leave scratches.
- Don’t sterilize them in boiling water or in the dishwasher — the hot water will warp them.
- If you wear a partial denture, remove it before you brush your natural teeth and clean it carefully with a brush and cleanser.
- When the false teeth are not in your mouth, soak them in a glass of water or cleanser. Dry dentures can become brittle and crack or break.
- Keep your dentures in the same place and away from children and pets — keep them safe and reduce the chances of losing or misplacing them.
- Have your mouth and the dentures checked at least once yearly by your dentist.
If you are looking for something more permanent then dentures or partials, talk to us about dental implants.