Our dentist may recommend dentures if you have lost multiple teeth. This tooth replacement option can help you regain your smile as well as your ability to eat and speak normally, offering you an improved quality of life.
What Are Dentures?
Dentures are custom-made replacements for missing teeth and can be taken out and put back into your mouth. While dentures take some getting used to, and will never feel exactly the same as one’s natural teeth, today’s dentures are natural looking and more comfortable than ever. If you have lost all or some of your natural teeth, whether from gum disease, tooth decay or injury, replacing missing teeth will benefit your appearance and your health.
Types of Dentures
There are two main types of dentures: full and partial. Dr. Duane Marshall will discuss both these options with you and will help you choose the type of denture that is best for you based on whether some or all of your teeth are going to be replaced and the cost involved.
Full dentures, also known as complete dentures, are used when all your teeth are missing. They can be fitted for your top or bottom gum line and are held in place by suction or with the help of an oral adhesive.
Partial dentures are used when you still have some of your natural teeth. These dentures are anchored to your existing teeth via metal clasps or precision attachments to hold them in place.
Traditionally, dentures have been a removable appliance. However, we are also able to offer implant-supported denture options, which involve the placement of dental implants to anchor your dentures and provide you with a more stable solution.
Benefits of Dentures
Dentures provide a range of benefits. Firstly, they help restore your smile and are much more than a cosmetic solution. By supporting the structure of your face, they enhance your appearance and prevent the facial muscles from sagging, which can make you look older. Additionally, dentures improve your ability to chew foods that you might have had to avoid when you had missing teeth, thereby improving your digestion and overall health.
Moreover, dentures can improve your speech, as missing teeth can cause slurring or mumbling of words. With dentures, you can speak confidently without worrying about potential embarrassments caused by missing teeth. Lastly, today’s dentures are crafted to provide a comfortable fit and a natural appearance, giving you more reasons to smile with confidence.
Schedule An Appointment
To learn more about dentures in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, and schedule your consultation with our dentist, please call Mountain View Dentistry at 505-867-1442. We are dedicated to helping you regain a full, confident and functional smile.
505-867-1442