Dentures – Reno, NV
A Reliable Solution for Multiple Missing Teeth
For centuries, people have been using dentures to replace their missing teeth. Thanks to advancements in modern dentistry, today’s dentures are made out of materials that are highly comfortable to wear and closely resemble your natural teeth. When you have extensive tooth loss to deal with, give Village Dental a call to schedule a consultation with Dr. Cercek or Dr. Rodriguez and find out whether dentures are the best tooth replacement solution in your case.
Why Choose Village Dental for Dentures?
- Partnered with Local Dental Implant Specialists
- Long-Lasting, Realistic-Looking Restorations
- In-Network with Most PPO Dental Insurance Plans
Who’s a Good Candidate for Dentures?
Dentures can be a suitable option for anyone who is missing either several teeth in one arch or an entire row of teeth. However, if only one or two teeth are missing, a dental bridge might be a better choice. Additionally, dentures require a sufficient amount of healthy gum tissue to support them. If you schedule a consultation at our office, we’ll examine your mouth and carefully consider your situation before we help you determine whether dentures are truly right for you.
Effects of Missing Teeth
Missing teeth can be a cosmetic annoyance, but did you know that they can also impact your oral health? If you don’t replace smile gaps quickly, any remaining pearly whites will start to shift in an effort to compensate. They could become crooked or even throw off your bite alignment and trigger jaw complications.
Another problem that can happen is jawbone shrinkage. Without a dental root to pass along important stimulation and encourage circulation, your jawbone will gradually deteriorate. This can lead to further tooth loss and tends to make facial features appear hollow.
Whether you need a full or partial replacement, dentures can help prevent dental shifting and slow the rate of jawbone shrinkage!
What Qualifies You for Dentures?
Most healthy adults are good candidates for dentures – as long as they have extensive tooth loss, that is.
You should know that existing conditions like tooth decay and gum disease could present challenges for dentures. Since your teeth and gums are likely to change shape in these situations, it’s better to treat the underlying problem first, then get fitted for your dentures. That way, you only have to get sized for them once, and you won’t run the risk of irritating sore teeth or gums.
It can be difficult to tell whether you have a compromising oral condition, but don’t worry. Our team will take care to thoroughly examine your mouth during your consultation so you can avoid troublesome issues.
Alternative Tooth-Replacement Options
If dentures aren’t right for you and your smile, there are other options that could be just as or more effective. Dental bridges, for example, are a great solution for patients missing one or more teeth in a row. Dental implants are even more versatile – you can replace a singular gap with one implant, fill one or both arches, or receive a combined prosthetic with all-on-4 implants or implant dentures.
Basically, if you need to replace missing teeth, we can personalize your restorative treatment so you end up with the best, most seamless replacement for your smile!
Types of Dentures
“Getting dentures” doesn’t mean exactly the same thing for everyone; there are multiple kinds of dentures to choose from. Our team can review the available options with you and make a recommendation based on your needs; we can also give you an estimate of how much your new teeth will cost.
Partial Dentures
Partial dentures are used when only some of your teeth are missing. They are designed to fit snugly into the gaps in your smile, and they are attached to your remaining teeth using clasps. The base of your partial dentures will be colored to match your gums, and the teeth they support will be shaded to blend in with the rest of your smile.
Full Dentures
A full denture is necessary when you have either lost all of your teeth or if you don’t have enough healthy natural teeth remaining in the arch. Full dentures are made out of the same lifelike materials as partial dentures, but instead of using clasps, they are designed to stay on your teeth via natural suction; you can also use denture adhesive to help them stay in place.
Implant Dentures
Dental implants are surgically placed in your jawbone so that they can mimic the roots of your natural teeth. When dentures are anchored to implant posts, they will not slip, and they’ll be able to handle most foods. While traditional partial dentures and full dentures are removable, implant dentures can be made to stay in your mouth at all times.
The Benefits of Dentures
Dentures remain a trusted tooth-replacement solution due to the many advantages they offer. Obviously, there are aesthetic benefits to filling in the empty space in your mouth with natural-looking new teeth. However, dentures can also help you improve your overall health by making it easier to enjoy a variety of nutritious foods. Furthermore, they are very easy to clean, and they can last for a decade or longer with the right care. And of course, there’s the financial aspect to bear in mind; dentures are considered a very cost-effective way to replace several teeth at once.
Dentures Aftercare
Your new dentures were designed to transform the appearance and function of your smile, but even if you have only a few or no remaining natural teeth, you should continue attending your regular dental checkups.
At these appointments, your dentist will continue to keep a close eye on any remaining teeth and your gum tissue, as well as any abnormalities that could indicate oral cancer. It can be very difficult to notice these changes if you have dentures, so visiting Village Dental regularly is essential for early detection.
Removeable Dentures
Remove After Eating
After each meal, be sure to remove and rinse off your dentures. This will help prevent the buildup of food and debris on the prosthetics. Never use hot water to clean your dentures, as this can warp them and cause them to stop fitting properly.
Clean Your Restoration
Be sure to remove your dentures from your mouth to clean them. Using a soft-bristled toothbrush and a small amount of unscented hand soap, mild dish soap, or denture cleanser, gently brush the entire surface of your prosthetic.
Never clean your dentures with regular toothpaste, as they are not meant to stand up to abrasive products. If you are done wearing them for a while, place your dentures in a container of water or denture-cleansing solution so they don’t dry out and lose their shape.
Always rinse your dentures well before returning them to your mouth, as these cleansers are not meant to be ingested.
Keep Your Dentures Safe
When you clean your dentures, be sure to line the sink or countertop with a towel in case you accidentally drop them. This will cushion the impact and reduce the probability of damaging them.
Be sure to keep your dentures out of reach of small children and pets.
Remove When You Sleep
Remove your dentures each night before you go to bed. Wearing dentures restricts the circulation in your gums, which can cause soft-tissue irritation. Sleeping with dentures has been associated with an increased risk of pneumonia, as well as higher levels of gum and tongue plaque.
Be sure to store your dentures in a denture soaking solution or water overnight, as allowing them to dry out can cause them to permanently lose their shape.
Notice Changes
Regularly monitor your mouth for changes, including mouth sores, gum irritation, or signs of infection. If your dentures become damaged, do not attempt to repair them yourself. Instead, call Village Dental for assistance.
If your dentures begin shifting, clicking, or showing any other signs of improper fit, let us know, as they could need to be relined or replaced.