The process of getting dentures requires several appointments in our Grand Prairie, TX office, usually over several weeks. Highly accurate impressions and measurements are taken and used to create your custom dental denture. Several “try-in” appointments may be necessary to ensure proper shape, color, and fit. At the final appointment, your dentist will precisely adjust and place the completed denture, ensuring a natural and comfortable fit. It is normal to experience increased saliva flow, some soreness, and possible speech and chewing difficulty, however this will subside as your muscles and tissues get used to the new dentures. Proper cleaning of your new dental appliance, good oral hygiene, and regular dental visits will aid in the life of your new dentures.
Options for Affordable Denture Solutions in Grand Prairie, TX:
- Full Dentures: If you lost all your natural teeth from periodontal disease, tooth decay or injury, complete dentures can replace your smile and allow you to chew and enjoy your food better.
- Removable Partial Dentures: Used for people who have lost several teeth, these dentures fit snugly between your natural teeth to give your mouth a full and beautiful smile and restore chewing ability.
- Implant Supported Dentures and Partials: Implant Supported Dentures are a great option for securing your dentures permanently or removable to restore your dental health, smile and chewing ability.
What are dentures made of?
Dentures can be made from a couple different materials depending on the type of denture. Dentures are commonly made from the following 3 materials. Acrylic: Acrylic is a stiff resin material. For dentures, it is typically pink at the base and gum area, and a more natural tooth color for the replacement teeth. Metal: Metal is often used for the base of your dentures and typically contains cobalt or chrome. Plastic: Flexible partial dentures can be made from a flexible plastic that fits tightly into your mouth called thermoplast.
How do you clean dentures?
Your dentures need regular care to help ensure they don’t have food particles or bacteria on them. When they do, that increases your risk of decay and gum disease of any remaining teeth. You can clean your partial or complete dentures with a denture brush , denture paste and a cleaner made for dentures. They can be stored in a denture bath while they are not being used. Don’t use anything abrasive like toothpastes on your dentures, though, or you could damage them.
How long do dentures last?
Dentures are meant to last years with proper routine checks of supporting gums and teeth, relines and minor adjustments.
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