Dentures:
The Truth about "False Teeth"

Many people do not take their natural teeth seriously enough, and wind up paying a heavy price. Poor eating habits, lack of proper brushing and flossing, not getting proper treatment for gum disease, and not consulting your dentist regularly all may result in the loss of natural teeth.

Conventional Full vs. Immediate Dentures

As you can see, dentures come in many shapes and sizes.

Some examples include full, partial, over, immediate, precision partial, and implant retained.

Complete dentures can be fitted in two ways – conventional full and immediate. Under the conventional full method, the remaining teeth of the patient are removed and the patient has to spend some time without teeth. During this period of 2 to 3 months, the patient's teeth tissues heal and only then does your dentist make a set of dentures to fit you. This is an outdated practice.

In contrast, immediate dentures are very convenient and you get your set the very day you decide to them done. However, the adjustment may take some time as you attain real stability only once your teeth tissues have fully healed. The big advantage of the immediate type is that you are never without your teeth.

Partial or Overdentures

If you do not want to part with your remaining natural teeth, you may go for a partial fitting. However, your dentist will have the last word on this. A proper examination of your remaining natural teeth regarding their position, condition and number will decide whether you need to go for a partial or an overdenture.

An overdenture uses precision dental attachments to hold the piece down. The overdenture attachment can be placed in tooth roots that have been saved or inserted into dental implants, which have been placed specifically to receive them. An overdenture can be a fairly expensive affair, but it has many advantages.

Color Your Smile

The color of your false teeth may be a bit different. Natural teeth are likely to get yellowed and lose their shine because of tobacco use or teeth disease. But don't worry, you can pick a shade to perfectly match with your remaining natural teeth.

For a complimentary examination appointment to see if dentures might be right for you, please contact us online or call 650-965-1234.

We'll answer any questions you may have, and give you a free written estimate regarding costs and insurance benefits before you leave.

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Dr. Burch