Dentures Frequently Asked Questions

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If you are missing some or all of your teeth, dentures may be an option for you.

Full dentures are used when there are no remaining teeth in your mouth. If you have one or more of your natural teeth remaining, a partial denture may be a suitable option. Partial’s are used to fill in the spaces created by missing teeth and keep your remaining teeth from changing positions.

Implant dentures are similar to a fixed bridge. Generally, your dentist will place four to six implants on your upper and lower arch. The denture will then be fixed to the implants. These offer more stability then typical dentures and they are not removed every night.

The process varies with different types of dentures. For a step-by-step guide to getting our Premium Plus and Standard Premium dentures, visit our Dentures 101 page and scroll down to the treatment process.

Our Premium Plus dentures are made of durable, long-lasting porcelain that can last up to 20 years. Our Standard Premium dentures are made out of a plastic material that generally lasts about 7-10 years. Both types of dentures we offer are made from a higher quality of material then those found at denture clinics.

It’s important to take care of your dentures just as you would your natural teeth.  Follow these simple tips to properly care for your dentures:

  1. Rinse dentures after eating.  Remove your dentures and rinse water over them to get rid of food particles.
  2. Brush and soak daily. Use a nonabrasive denture cleanser to soak and brush your dentures every day.  Make sure to rinse them before putting back in your mouth.
  3. Soak overnight.  Store your dentures in water or a mild denture soaking solution overnight.  If you use a denture solution, make sure to rinse before putting your denture back in your mouth.

When cleaning your dentures, it is best to avoid using the following:

  1. Hot water
  2. Bleaching products
  3. Whitening toothpastes
  4. Abrasive toothbrushes, cleansers or toothpastes.

It’s also important to continue to care for remaining teeth, your gums and in the inside of your mouth by daily brushing.

For more information on different types of dentures and how to care for them, visit the American Dental Association.

Yes! There’s more to your mouth than teeth! Continue checkups to make sure your dentures are fitting properly, for oral cancer screenings, and to checkup on the overall health and condition of your mouth.

The most popular alternative to dentures are implants. To learn more about implant dentures, visit our sister site at Newnan Dentistry

Call (770) 251 6868 or schedule an appointment online.

Dentures are made to closely resemble your natural teeth so there should be only a small noticeable change in appearance. In fact, dentures may even improve your smile and fill out your facial appearance.

Eating with new dentures will take a little practice and may be uncomfortable for some wearers for a few weeks. To get used to the new denture, start with soft foods cut into small pieces. Chew slowly using both sides of your mouth. As you get used to new dentures, add other foods until you return to a normal diet. Be cautious with hot or hard foods and sharp-edged bones or shells. And, avoid foods that are extremely sticky or hard. You should also avoid chewing gum while you wear the denture. Also, don’t use toothpicks while wearing dentures.

After getting dentures, you may have difficulty pronouncing certain words. If so, practice by saying the difficult words out loud. With practice and with time you will become accustomed to speaking properly with dentures. If dentures “click” while you’re talking, contact your dentist. Dentures may occasionally slip when you laugh, cough, or smile. Reposition the dentures by gently biting down and swallowing. If any speaking problem persists, consult your dentist or prosthodontist.

Fees vary based on service and product. Please feel free to book a free consult with us to discuss more about your specific dental care needs and potential costs. You can also visit our “payment options” page to learn more about Financing options available through / in our office. 

Dental implants are titanium posts that can be inserted into your jawbone. They act much like the roots of your natural teeth and can secure and stabilize a single crown, a bridge or a full arch denture or higher-end restoration. 

 

Here are five reasons why you should still make regular visits to the dentist when you have dentures:

People with partial dentures have the rest of their teeth to worry about

The teeth of people with partial dentures are susceptible to cavities because food tends to get caught between the partials and the teeth. Regular appointments with the dentist are a good way to keep an eye of those remaining teeth. If the teeth develop a problem, the problem can be caught early on and corrected before a larger course of treatment is needed to fix the problem.

Dentures need adjustment from time to time

With time, dentures can become loose. The shape of the mouth or teeth can change or the dentures may wear out with use. Loose dentures are not okay nor are they completely functional. The truth is that dentures that fit badly increase the risk of dental issues like gum disease and sores caused by injuries to the gums. Ill-fitting dentures could also lead to decreased nutrition, especially in situations where a patient finds it easier to remain hungry than to struggle with uncomfortable dentures. Regular visits allow the dentist to adjust the dentures as needed.

Regular visits guarantee the long life of dentures

Just like teeth, dentures need regular checkups to confirm that they are in good condition. Dentures, especially those made of acrylic, are permeable. The microscopic pores in dentures are capable of harboring lots of bacteria. The dentist will give feedback on the care given to the dentures and suggest course of action to improve the condition of the dentures to make sure they last. The dentist also comes in handy for doing a deep cleaning of the dentures in case they are found to have a buildup of plaque. If properly taken care of, dentures can last for more than seven years.

The gums also need care

Medication causes dry mouth which causes bacteria to thrive. Also, older people may have low immunity and may have higher than usual levels of bacteria. The bacteria can cause gum disease, even when the patient has no teeth. Dental visits are an important way to prevent gum disease from happening or progressing. 

Something could happen

Sometimes even people with dentures feel pain or discomfort in the gum or jaw. If there is a problem in the gum or the jaw, visit the dentist immediately. Pain that is not caused by a bad tooth can have a serious underlying cause. 

Oral health is more than just the teeth. The dentist’s job is to care for the entire mouth. That means the teeth, tongue, inner mouth, gum and jawbone. Having dentures does not eliminate the need for a dentist. So visit your dentist once every six months at the very least. Good things will come of it.

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