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There’s nothing more rewarding than having a winning smile. However, most people will lose one or more teeth at some point, and many people will choose to replace their teeth with dentures. Today’s dentures look natural and are an excellent solution for tooth replacement. When you’re ready to move forward with dentures, Drs. Schroyer and Duarte have options for you.
The most natural-looking dentures are a blend of art and science. An experienced dentist employs both of these components to create dentures that look good and fit comfortably.
Partial dentures are designed to replace missing teeth in a dental arch. These dentures slide into place over the arch, using artificial teeth if needed to fill in the gaps. You can remove partials and have them adjusted when needed.
A complete set of dentures will replace all your teeth in both the upper and lower arches. They’re very natural-looking and made using acrylic. Full dentures are held in place with natural suction or dental adhesives. In some cases, dental implants can be used to anchor full dentures.
To adjust more quickly to your new dentures, dentists advise that you wear them most of the time. Just make sure you remove them when you go to bed. This will help your gums have time to rest, and you can also soak your dentures for cleaning.
With proper care, a set of dentures can last for five years or more. Dentures must be evaluated every five years to ensure they’re still strong and fully functional. At that visit, your dentist will make sure you don’t need adjustments or replacement dentures.
When you first start eating while wearing dentures, there’s a learning curve. It takes time for you to adjust to the changes. However, you can start slowly by taking small bites of food. Chewing on both sides of your mouth also helps keep your dentures from rocking or loosening.
During your initial consultation, we will go over all of your options, including whether or not you want full dentures, partials, or implant-supported dentures. The type of dentures you get will be determined by how many remaining natural teeth you have.
Are you ready to regain your beautiful smile? Drs. Schroyer and Duarte and the team at Westwyn Dental LLC can guide you through the denture services process with natural-looking dentures in Berwyn, Illinois. Call us today at (708) 797-9377 or use our online form to request an appointment.