If you're missing several teeth, dentures or partial dentures can restore your ability to eat, speak, and smile with confidence. At Calm Dental Studio in Delaware, Ohio, Dr. Alla and our team create custom dentures and partial dentures that fit comfortably, look natural, and function like teeth. Whether you need full dentures or a partial to replace missing teeth, we'll work with you to find the solution that best fits your needs and lifestyle.
Dentures are removable prosthetic teeth that replace all or most of the natural teeth in one or both arches. A complete denture replaces all teeth on an upper or lower arch. A partial denture replaces several missing teeth while using your remaining natural teeth as anchors and supports. Dentures are made of a plastic or acrylic base that sits on your gum tissue and artificial teeth that look like natural teeth. Partials may use clasps to attach to natural teeth or precision attachments for a more invisible fit.
Dentures require daily cleaning and maintenance, but they're removable and require no surgery. They can be adjusted and relined as your jaw shape changes over time. Modern dentures look much more natural than older dentures, and many patients report that after an adjustment period, dentures feel relatively comfortable and function well. Dentures allow people who've lost teeth to eat a wider variety of foods and speak more clearly than they could with missing teeth.
At Calm Dental Studio in Delaware, Dr. Alla and our lab partners create dentures and partials that are carefully crafted to fit your mouth perfectly and look like your natural teeth. We take time to ensure proper fit, bite, and appearance before you leave with your new dentures.
Dr. Alla works with skilled lab technicians to create dentures that look like your natural teeth. The teeth are tooth-colored and shaped to match your facial features and age. The gum-colored base blends with your natural gums. Unlike dentures from decades past, modern dentures created by skilled professionals look attractive and natural. People won't notice you're wearing dentures unless you tell them.
Proper fit is essential for comfort and function. Dr. Alla takes the time to carefully fit your dentures, making adjustments to ensure comfort and proper function. Ill-fitting dentures cause sore spots and prevent eating and speaking well. Our careful fitting process minimizes the need for adjustments after delivery. When your dentures fit well, you'll be able to eat and speak comfortably.
Each person is unique, and dentures should reflect that. Dr. Alla works with you to choose the shade and shape of the artificial teeth that best matches your natural features. If you're replacing natural teeth you've lost, we can try to recreate their appearance. If you want to improve upon your natural appearance, we can create dentures that make your smile even more beautiful.
We understand that dentures are a significant investment. We offer flexible payment plans to make dentures accessible. We accept most insurance plans, and we work with you to maximize your insurance benefits. We won't let cost alone prevent you from restoring your smile.
After you receive your dentures, your relationship with us doesn't end. If adjustments are needed, we make them. If you need relines as your jaw shape changes, we can arrange those. Our goal is for you to be completely satisfied with your dentures long-term.
The ability to eat a wide variety of foods and speak clearly improves your quality of life significantly. Dentures allow you to enjoy meals, engage in conversation without embarrassment, and smile without self-consciousness. For many patients who've struggled with missing teeth, dentures are life-changing.
Your comfort and the aesthetic outcome are Dr. Alla's top priorities. Here’s what you can expect during your Dentures & Partial Dentures:
During your first visit, Dr. Alla discusses your situation. Are you missing all teeth or several? Do you prefer a removable denture or would you be interested in implant-supported options? She shows you denture samples and discusses how dentures work, their benefits and limitations, and what to expect with the fitting process. She answers your questions and ensures you have realistic expectations.
Dr. Alla takes detailed impressions of your mouth using impression material or digital scanning. These impressions capture the exact shape of your mouth and are sent to our laboratory. She also records your bite, to see how your upper and lower jaws come together. This information guides the laboratory in fabricating dentures that will fit and function properly.
Dr. Alla works with you to select the shade and shape of artificial teeth. She holds shade guides next to your face to help you see what looks best. She discusses tooth shape like are you looking for a youthful smile with more pointed teeth, or a more mature smile? She helps you choose teeth that enhance your appearance and fit your preferences.
While your dentures are being made in the laboratory (usually 1-2 weeks), you may wear a temporary denture if needed. The lab technician creates your dentures using the impressions, bite recording, and tooth selections provided by Dr. Alla. The process involves creating a custom base that precisely fits your mouth and incorporating the artificial teeth at the correct positions for proper bite and appearance.
When your dentures are ready, you come in for delivery. Dr. Alla checks the fit, asking you to bite gently and evaluating the contact and stability of your dentures. She checks the appearance, ensuring the teeth and gums look natural and attractive. She may make adjustments to improve fit and comfort. She gives you instructions on insertion, removal, and care of your dentures.
We understand you might have questions about Dentures & Partial Dentures.
Here are some common inquiries we receive at Calm Dental Studio:
Most patients adjust within 1-2 weeks. Initially, dentures feel bulky or odd because they're new. Within days to a couple weeks, your mouth adapts and dentures feel more natural. Speaking may feel slightly different at first, but most patients adjust quickly. It usually takes a few weeks to become comfortable eating most foods with dentures, though soft foods are usually fine from day one.
Dentures can slightly affect speech because they change the shape of your mouth slightly. However, most patients adjust and their speech returns to normal within a few weeks. Some sounds may require retraining of your tongue position. We can work with you on speech if needed. Most patients find that improved speech from having teeth (even dentures) far outweighs any initial adjustment challenges.
Remove your dentures after eating and rinse them gently. At bedtime, soak them in denture cleaner overnight. In the morning, remove them from the cleaner and rinse thoroughly before inserting. Avoid very hot water, which can damage dentures. Brush your remaining natural teeth (if any) twice daily. You can also gently brush your dentures with a soft toothbrush to remove plaque. Never use bleach or harsh chemicals.
No. Many patients remove dentures at night, which gives their gums a break. Some patients prefer to wear dentures only during the day when they're seeing people or eating. The choice is yours based on comfort and preference. However, we recommend wearing dentures at least some of the time to maintain proper stimulation of your jawbone.
Contact Dr. Alla immediately. Ill-fitting dentures cause sore spots and prevent eating and speaking well. Minor adjustments by Dr. Alla can often solve the problem quickly. Don't wait and hope your mouth will adapt, please call us and we'll fix it.
Implant-supported dentures are an excellent option if you're interested. They provide more stability than traditional dentures and require fewer adjustments over time. However, they require dental implant placement, which involves surgery and is more expensive than traditional dentures. Dr. Alla can discuss whether implant-supported dentures might be right for you. For now, she can fit you with traditional dentures, and if you later want to explore implants, she can help with that transition.
You're a candidate for dentures if you're missing multiple teeth and are interested in a removable solution. The situations below indicate you should consider dentures:
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