It can be difficult to complete daily tasks when you are missing several, most of, or all of your teeth. Things like eating, speaking clearly, and smiling with confidence become challenging. The good news is that you don’t need to go the rest of your life with limited teeth. At Stone Street Dental, we offer customized dentures to restore your smile without breaking the bank! To learn more about how dentures in Greenville can reestablish the appearance and function of your smile, contact our dental office!
Why Choose Stone Street Dental For Dentures?
Customized for natural appearance
Friendly, experienced dental team
We accept dental insurance
Who’s A Good Candidate For Dentures?
Dentures are a great option for people who are struggling with moderate to severe tooth loss. So, if you are missing a few teeth in a row or an entire arch, don’t hesitate to schedule a consultation with us to discuss this tried-and-true solution! In the meantime, you can read on to learn more about the topic of who is a good candidate, starting with the negative effects of tooth loss.
Types Of Dentures
There are several different types of dentures out there to cater to a variety of needs. During your consultation with us, we will determine which of the following is best suited for you:
Partial Dentures
This type of denture is excellent for patients who still have some remaining healthy teeth. A partial denture fits in with surrounding teeth like a puzzle piece and is secured with inconspicuous clasps or brackets. This way, missing teeth in different locations of the mouth can be replaced with a single restoration.
Full Dentures
This traditional option replaces an entire row of missing teeth on the upper or lower arch. Instead of being held in by clasps, traditional full dentures are held in by the shape and natural suction of the mouth. They are designed to meet your unique measurements, needs, and preferences, so they look very similar to natural teeth.
Implant Dentures
Implant dentures are held in place by strategically placed dental implants. This helps when it comes to eliminating slipping, clicking, and the need for adhesives or clasps. Implant dentures also stimulate the jawbone, reducing the amount of bone loss patients experience over time. The additional stability provided by these implants allow for patients to regain up to 70% or more of their natural chewing power. Implant dentures are designed to last for many decades, so you don't need to worry about having them repaired or replaced in just a few years.
How Dentures Are Made
Modern dentures aren’t like the ones that your grandparents used to wear. They are customized for each patient with the highest quality of materials available. To achieve a smile that suits you perfectly, getting dentures requires a multistep process. Read on to learn more about the dentures, what they are comprised of, and the process necessary for your unique smile.
Benefits Of Dentures
Missing teeth can create unnecessary challenges in life. Whether it’s eating, speaking clearly, or smiling with confidence, when there are gaps in your smile, daily tasks that many people take for granted can be extremely difficult, if not impossible. Dentures are a life-changing tooth replacement option for patients who are missing several, most, or all of their natural teeth. That’s because dentures have the ability to vastly improve your quality of life. If you’ve suffered from tooth loss, they can give your smile another chance by providing the following benefits.
Dentures Aftercare
Dentures have a long history of successfully restoring smiles after tooth loss, but caring for them properly is essential to continue enjoying their many benefits. Even if you have no natural teeth remaining, you should still visit our team in Greenville every six months for a routine checkup and cleaning. This allows us to monitor your dental condition and restorations to catch and address any areas of concern, like early gum disease, before they become problematic.
You should also clean your prosthetics consistently to avoid potential problems. Continue reading to learn more about how to maintain your dentures, and please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have additional questions.
At Stone Street Dental, Dr. Garrad provides dentures with the precision, quality materials, and personalized attention that deliver comfortable, natural-looking results.
Call our Greenville, TX office or book online to schedule your denture consultation.
Denture FAQs
Dentures are an excellent option for patients who are missing most or all of their teeth, but you may still have some unanswered questions, so we’re here to help. Here are the answers to some of the most common questions we receive about dentures in Greenville. If you don’t see the information that you’re looking for below, don’t worry. Give us a call, and we’d be happy to tell you more about the restoration and get you started with an initial consultation.
Should I Have All My Teeth Pulled To Get Dentures?
Repairing a damaged tooth is always preferable to replacing it when possible. Tooth extractions of any kind will only ever be recommended if deemed absolutely necessary, like when a tooth is too damaged to save, thanks to extensive decay, severe infection, or trauma that’s broken off most of the enamel. If all of the teeth in an arch are decayed or infected with gum disease, replacing them with dentures may be a viable option, but your dentist will always explore all of your options before recommending this.
Can I Sleep With My Dentures?
Dentists generally recommend that you take your dentures out at night when you go to bed. When you first get your dentures, you will typically be told to keep them in your mouth for 24 hours, including when you sleep. After that, you should be taking them out every evening. This is because wearing dentures restricts the circulation in your gums, therefore leading to soft tissue irritation and potentially speeding up ridge resorption. Taking dentures out gives the gums a chance to recover and get the nutrients they need during the night. Ultimately, it is better to take out your dentures while you catch some Z’s.
Will It Hurt To Get Dentures?
If you need to have teeth extracted before you can get dentures, you’re likely to experience some discomfort after the oral surgery. Take your prescribed pain relievers as directed. This discomfort should improve within 3 to 5 days afterwards. When you first receive new dentures, some minor irritation may occur as your mouth adjusts to the new appliance. The amount of time this will take varies from person to person. If discomfort persists, give us a call so we can take a look.
Can You Still Eat Steak With Dentures?
Tough meats, like steak, are often difficult to chew with dentures, but it’s still possible to do so if you take all the right precautions. Pick out tenderloin and other beef cuts with less connective tissue and muscle fibers. Make sure the meat is thoroughly tenderized beforehand. Cut it into very small pieces to make them easier to manage.