Dentures

Dentures are removable appliances which are used as a replacement of missing teeth and tissues. They are the artificial teeth which enable normal functioning of human mouth.

Dentures are of two types – Complete & Partial.
Complete dentures are advised when all the teeth are missing, and
partial dentures are applied when some natural teeth are missing. They are custom made especially for a set of teeth and gum line.

TYPES OF DENTURES

Complete Dentures fit over the upper teeth and roof and on the lower teeth placed like a horseshoe. They are conventional dentures and are removed during the night for cleaning.

Partial Dentures consists of replaced missing teeth attached to artificial gum connected by a metal framework which helps to hold the denture in place. Missing teeth can change the position of other teeth hence partial denture help to overcome this problem and keep the teeth intact.

How Denture is made?

01

The doctor will first take the impressions of your jaw to analyze how well they relate to one another and whether they have spaces in between them.

02

A final detailed impression is made for the accurate base of denture.

03

The upper and lower jaw position is recorded which helps in chewing and speaking from dentures.

04

The patient is made to try the trial set of dentures and if necessary adjustments will be made.

05

Final fabricated denture is given to the patient.

7 Tips to Taking Care of Your Dentures

Brush your dentures inside and outside daily, using a soft, large nylon denture tooth brush with round-ended bristles.
Use denture creams instead of toothpaste. Toothpaste is too abrasive and will scratch your denture. Remember to always rinse immediately after with cold water.
Keep dentures out of placed in hot water, where they are susceptible to warping. Instead, place them in cold water and denture cleaning solution to prevent them from drying out.
Inspect your dentures weekly for signs of worn teeth.
Inform your dentist and doctor about medications that you may be taking. These may have an impact on your denture health.
Have loose dentures checked immediately. If left unattended, they can cause friction and pressure on the gum tissues and bones.
Schedule a semi-annual examinations with your prosthodontist and remember that most dental insurance policies provide coverage for new dentures every 5 years.