Dentures Hawthorn Melbourne
Who Wears Dentures?
Dentures are not just for our mature or elderly patients. They are an affordable option for anyone who needs to replace missing teeth. They can restore one’s ability to eat and speak comfortably and have the added benefit of warding off the aging, sunken looks that can sometimes take place due to missing teeth.
Who Wears Dentures?
What are Dentures?
Dentures are prosthetics used to replace multiple missing teeth in a row and in some cases, may replace an entire set of teeth. They may be temporary, removable, or attached to dental implants. The dentures we offer at Elevate Dental may be made with chrome, acrylic, or Valplast, a thermoplastic nylon material for those with allergies or sensitivities to traditional materials. Dentures come in a few different styles that are customised to the patient.
Immediate Dentures are temporary fixtures that are often created and placed on the day that damaged teeth are extracted. Mainly used to replace front teeth, they can quickly restore your smile while providing protection to your gums, so they heal quickly and comfortably. We know that gums may change shape during healing and that patients comfort levels may change, so we offer follow-up visits that allow us to adjust them as needed.
Partial Dentures are removable appliances often used to replace multiple teeth, but not an entire set of teeth. These prosthetics are fitted onto a chrome base which offers enhanced comfort or an acrylic base, which is affordable and easy to use.
Implant-Supported Dentures are the most permanent solution to replace a row of missing teeth, and can even replace all of your teeth. These dentures are created to fit on titanium implants that are placed in the jawbone to work like tooth roots. As they heal, the body builds up the bone around the implant, which stabilises it. The dentures are then fitted onto the implants and will function and feel like real teeth. These are a popular patient option because the implants maintain jawbone integrity and facial structure, which makes them anti-aging, too.
Each patient is unique, and some patients may be candidates for dentures, while other situations may require a different solution, such as a dental bridge. Our experienced dentists at Elevate Dental will work with you, and together we will find the best solution for your needs.
The Benefits of Dentures
The obvious benefit of dentures is to replace your teeth for full function and for aesthetics. But replacing missing or severely damaged teeth can have many other benefits, including:
The Process for Dentures
Getting dentures has never been easier, and we take pride in helping our patients restore the full function of their teeth with a variety of options.
Immediate Dentures may be completed in just one day, in two visits. In the morning, we will create a mould of your mouth which we use to create the prosthetic. Then we will place them in the afternoon. If you require extractions of any teeth, we will do this in the afternoon visit.
Removable Dentures may take three or more visits, as it takes time to build the frame, customise the dentures, and then fit them, so they are comfortable and functional. We will be here for you if you change your preferences about the fit, and will adjust them as needed.
Dental implants will take the longest as the implant posts must be placed in the jaw and allowed to heal. As they heal, we will customise your dentures and then place them when the implants are nice and solid.
The Process for Dentures
Immediate Dentures may be completed in just one day, in two visits. In the morning, we will create a mould of your mouth which we use to create the prosthetic. Then we will place them in the afternoon. If you require extractions of any teeth, we will do this in the afternoon visit.
Removable Dentures may take three or more visits, as it takes time to build the frame, customise the dentures, and then fit them, so they are comfortable and functional. We will be here for you if you change your preferences about the fit, and will adjust them as needed.
Dental implants will take the longest as the implant posts must be placed in the jaw and allowed to heal. As they heal, we will customise your dentures and then place them when the implants are nice and solid.
Am I a Candidate for Dentures?
Dentures are no longer a solution for only mature patients, as they are viable options for anyone who needs to replace some or all of their teeth.
Partial dentures may be used to replace a series of missing teeth, and maybe more affordable for some patients than dental implants.
Caring for Your New Dentures
Maintaining and caring for your dentures will depend on which type you get. In any case, they must be cleaned daily, just like your natural teeth. This will ensure they last a long time while your oral health remains intact. The following are some basic guidelines so you know what to expect.
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Are you Ready for Dentures?
If you are ready to replace damaged or missing teeth, we are ready to help. Call today and schedule your visit for a dental checkup with us, and together we will create a treatment plan for your specific needs.
Are you Ready for Dentures?
If you are ready to replace damaged or missing teeth, we are ready to help. Call today and schedule your visit for a dental checkup with us, and together we will create a treatment plan for your specific needs.
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