When you're living with the loss of multiple teeth, it impacts your daily life in several ways. Chewing and eating the food you used to enjoy can become challenging, while smiling, talking, and interacting with others may make you feel self-conscious about the gaps in your smile. This is where complete and partial dentures in Durham, NC comes in.
Dentures 101: Understanding Complete and Partial Dentures in Durham, NC
The good news is that dentures are an excellent solution for replacing multiple missing teeth and restoring your function and confidence. Here's what you should know.
Partial Dentures
A partial denture fills in the gaps left by missing teeth, much like a puzzle piece. It's a removable appliance with strategically placed prosthetic teeth, secured with plastic or metal clasps to anchor to healthy teeth.
This is a great solution for someone who is missing multiple teeth but still has several healthy teeth remaining.
Complete Dentures
A full, or complete denture, is an appliance designed to replace an entire upper or lower arch of missing teeth. The denture is made of acrylic and designed to support your facial structure while restoring your smile and chewing function.
Our dentists design the denture with your skin tone and facial features in mind to create a natural, appealing look. In other words, today's dentures are not your grandma's dentures!
A full denture relies on a snug fit with your gums and jawbone to stay in place, and it may need relining from time to time to maintain that fit.
Implant-Supported Dentures
Our dentists can also use dental implants to support a full or partial denture. Two to six dental implants can support a denture, providing stability and locking it securely in place. Implants also provide the added benefit of keeping your jawbone healthy, so you avoid the deterioration that often accompanies traditional denture wear.
If you'd like to learn more about tooth replacement and how we can help, contact The Smile Shop at (919) 941-5549.