Dentures are removable oral appliances that mimic the appearance and function of natural teeth.
After significant tooth loss, one of our Grand Rapids dentists may recommend dentures so you can continue to eat and speak normally.
Many of our patients who have experienced tooth loss report improved self-esteem after getting dentures.
Full vs. Partial Dentures
Full dentures replace all the teeth in your smile while partial dentures replace only a few teeth. If the majority of the teeth left in your mouth are affected by tooth decay or other oral health issues, you might be better off asking our restorative dentists about full dentures.
Immediate vs. Conventional Dentures
Like the name suggests, immediate dentures can be worn immediately after your teeth are extracted. If you think you would feel self-conscious about missing teeth, you may want to ask one of our dentists about immediate dentures. Keep in mind that as your gums heal after teeth extraction, you’ll need to visit our dentists to have your dentures adjusted to maintain a comfortable fit.
Patients report improved self esteem after getting dentures!
If you choose conventional dentures, you’ll need to wait several weeks for your gums to heal before you can start wearing your false teeth. The benefit of wearing conventional dentures is that you don’t have to have them adjusted once your gums heal. However, you will be without teeth while recovering from teeth extraction.
How to Care for Dentures
Your dentures will crack and warp if you let them dry out, which is why it’s important to always submerge them in a glass of water or denture cleaning solution when you aren’t wearing them. You’ll also need to care for them the same way you would care for your natural teeth by brushing them twice a day. Brushing your dentures will prevent plaque and odor-causing bacteria from building up.
Schedule an Appointment
Our Grand Rapids, MI, dentures dentists are dedicated to helping patients restore their smiles after tooth loss. Our in-office lab also allows us to offer same-day repairs. Call GR Family Dental today at (616) 455-3020, or contact us online to request an appointment.