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With
so many advances in modern dentistry, fewer people need to wear full dentures.
However, if you may need dentures, denture technology has never been better.
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As people age, dentures can cause wearers to look older than they really are and
can cause pain when chewing. We can replace worn out dentures with custom
made, state-of-the-art dentures that blend with your skin, hair and even eye
color. Your dentures will look and feel as natural as possible.Before going
to the plastic surgeon, get a "face lift" with comfortable, attractive
dentures.
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more
about dentures...
Approximately 40%
of older Americans wear full or partial dentures. Most have adapted quite
nicely.
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This is
a removable appliance that is custom fabricated for the patient to replace
missing teeth. The materials used are made of acrylic
resins alone or in conjunction with various metals.
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A partial
denture replaces some teeth where the patient has some remaining
permanent teeth. A complete or full denture
replaces all teeth
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An immediate
denture, whether complete or partial, involves placing the
appliance the same day the teeth are removed.
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Some frequently asked
questions are:
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What is the best way to get used
to my new dentures?
As with any new appliance, dentures may feel
quite odd. They may cause increased saliva flow or they may alter speech. One
should start by cutting food into small pieces, avoid hot foods, and avoid
hard foods until the tissue, where the denture rests, becomes used to the new
teeth. As time goes by, one will become accustomed to them.
Do I brush them like real teeth?
No, dentures should be cleaned, if possible,
after each meal. The best way is to remove them and rinse them. If one is able
to, brushing the dentures is advised, as well as rinsing the mouth to clean it
of any debris. If some natural teeth do remain, brushing them is suggested.
Always soak dentures at night after brushing them. Over the counter cleaning
agents are available. Keeping the dentures soaked prolongs them from warping.
It is also much healthier to keep the teeth out overnight to avoid excessive
pressure on the soft tissue and bone. Always remember to brush your tongue and
lightly brush the gums with a soft toothbrush. Special denture brushes should
be used on the dentures.
When is it time for a new
denture?
As the years pass, the tissue and bone may
shrink slightly. The dentures will then loosen. Also, as one loses or gains
weight, one may notice that the denture may loosen. Dentures, if Dr.
Neuhaus advises, can be relined to help tighten them. However, if
their bases are too far gone, a new one may need to be fabricated.
As always, even a full denture wearer should
visit the dentist on a regular basis to get an evaluation of the palate,
tongue, and surrounding tissue for any problems. Sore spots should not be
ignored. See Dr. Neuhaus if adjustments
are needed.
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