We’ve talked about dental bridges to address a single gap in your smile, but what if you have lost most of your teeth or all of them? If so, then you may need more than a bridge. With a set of custom dentures, we can tackle your advanced tooth loss! In today’s blog, your Bellaire, TX, dentist discusses the benefits of our full and partial dentures.
The Risks of Severe Tooth Loss
When you lose the majority of your natural teeth, then you could have trouble eating a variety of foods. You not only miss out on your favorite dishes, but this can deprive you of essential nutrients. In addition, you could have issues speaking clearly, which harms your overall quality of life. You could also have a higher risk of misalignment, and the body will stop sending doses of calcium and phosphorus to the jaw. Without them, the bone tissue will break down to create an aged appearance. But we can help you with a custom set of full or partial dentures.
Creating Your Custom Prosthetics
Every smile is unique, and to ensure optimal tooth replacement and a balanced bite, we need to custom-make your dentures. Our team will start by examining your smile thoroughly, so we can assess the cause of your tooth loss and if necessary, discuss treating underlying issues. We will also see if you need teeth extracted, as many could be decayed or loosened by gum disease. Our team will then take detailed digital images of your smile from multiple angles, which we use in a lab setting to design and craft your finished prosthetic. Each one will contain lifelike ceramic teeth that can handle daily bite forces and pressures. They may also be attached to a base that mimics the appearance of gum tissues.
Securing Your New Smile
Removable options can be secured with a clasp for partials, or suction/adhesives for full dentures. They will last about 5 to 10 years and need replacement as the jaw rigged changes shape. We could also discuss implant dentures, in which we insert dental implants and attach the new teeth to them, which protects jawbone stability and allows your new prosthetic to stay in place for decades to come, possibly a lifetime. We can help decide which option is best for you, and help you regain a full and balanced smile, one that looks natural too! If you have any questions about our dentures, then contact our team today to learn more.
Talk To Our Team About Tooth Replacement
If you have large gaps or total tooth loss and want to obtain a set of prosthetics, then call Contemporary Dental in Bellaire, TX, today at (713) 668-9119.