Dentures
Restore the function of your jaw and improve the appearance of your smile.
What are dentures?
Dentures, also called false teeth, offer an effective solution to bring back your smile and ensure fully functional teeth, allowing you to eat, talk, and live normally again.
Dentures replace missing teeth, restoring your smile while maintaining your facial structure. They’re an ideal option if you’ve lost teeth due to decay, gum disease, or injury. Without proper treatment, missing teeth can cause your facial muscles to sag, making dentures a great way to maintain a youthful appearance.
At 818 Dental, we’ll work closely with you to determine the best denture option for your needs, whether you’re missing some or all of your teeth.
How do dentures work?
Getting dentures takes careful planning, but the benefits are worth it. If you’re missing multiple teeth or need extractions due to decay, dentures might be the right solution.
There are two main types of dentures:
- Conventional Dentures – Custom-made and fitted after your teeth have been removed, these provide a snug fit from the start.
- Immediate Dentures – Fitted right after your teeth are extracted, so you never go without teeth. These will need to be adjusted as your gums heal.
Dentures are crafted from metal or acrylic plates that fit over your jaw, with ceramic or acrylic false teeth attached. These are designed to match your natural teeth for a seamless look.
Benefits of dentures
Choosing dentures offers many advantages for your dental health and overall confidence:
Restored smile: Dentures give you a natural-looking smile, so you can feel proud of your appearance.
Full functionality: With dentures, you can enjoy eating, drinking, and speaking just as you would with natural teeth.
Support for facial structure: Dentures help keep your facial muscles in place, avoiding the sagging that can happen after tooth loss.
Are dentures the right treatment for me?
Dentures are a great treatment for many people who have lost several, or all of their teeth.
They will replace your natural smile and confidence, and maintain your cheek muscles and facial structure (which can be affected by missing teeth over time).
If you’re concerned about whether dentures are right for you, or would like to learn about other options, speak to your dentist. They are best equipped to assess your oral health and offer treatment plans that will help you rediscover your health, smile, and confidence.
What to expect from your dentures appointment
Your journey to getting dentures involves a few steps:
Ready to start your dental journey?
If you’re ready to restore your smile with dentures or want to learn more about the process, contact our friendly team at 818 Dental today!
Frequently asked questions
The cost of dentures depends on several factors. Apart from insurance coverage and the level of customisation, this price varies greatly depending on how it's made.
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Yes, absolutely! Partial dentures will restore full functionality to your mouth, so you will be able to eat and drink normally. There will be an adjustment period where you get used to your dentures, but they will soon become the norm.
The best dentures to get depend on your specific situation. If you have lost all of your teeth, you will likely be best getting a full set of dentures, and your dentist may recommend having an immediate set placed, followed by a conventional set.
If you have lost several teeth but still have some healthy teeth, your dentist may recommend a partial set of dentures. However if you have lost your teeth to periodontal disease or another issue that may affect the rest of your teeth, your dentist may suggest extracting your remaining teeth that are unlikely to last, and getting a full set of dentures.
It all depends on your current and likely future oral health, so your dentist will be the best person to guide you through the options.
Yes, it is possible to get immediate dentures in one day. However, immediate dentures are not custom-made for your mouth, which means that they won’t typically fit as well and will need multiple adjustments.
Immediate dentures are typically used as a short-term solution while you wait to get conventional dentures, which are custom-made for your mouth.
Partial dentures typically last between 10 and 15 years with good care. This means cleaning them, looking after your gums, eating a healthy diet, and attending regular dental visits.
However over time, dentures can wear down, and the shape of your mouth and gums can change enough that you will need to have your partial denture replaced.
Regular appointments with your dentist will help you keep an eye on the situation and keep you informed about how well the denture is lasting.