A denture is a removable dental appliance, also known as false teeth, that replaces missing natural teeth.
Understanding Dentures
Dentures are designed to improve both the aesthetics and functionality of your mouth, allowing you to speak and eat more comfortably. They come in two main types:
- Complete Dentures: These are used when all of your natural teeth are missing in either the upper or lower jaw. They cover the entire gum line of the jaw.
- Partial Dentures: These are used when you are missing only some of your natural teeth. They attach to your remaining teeth to stay in place.
Why Choose Dentures?
Dentures offer several benefits:
- They help restore a natural smile and improve confidence.
- They allow you to chew food properly and maintain a balanced diet.
- They help support facial muscles and prevent sagging.
- They can improve speech clarity.
Key Components of Dentures
While the specific components can vary, most dentures typically include:
- A base made of acrylic or metal that fits over the gums.
- Artificial teeth made from porcelain or acrylic, attached to the base.
Getting Dentures
The process of getting dentures typically involves:
- Consultation: An examination and discussion with a dentist to determine your specific needs.
- Impressions: Taking precise molds of your mouth to create custom-fitted dentures.
- Trial Fittings: Trying on temporary dentures to adjust for fit and comfort.
- Final Denture Placement: Receiving your finalized dentures from the dentist.
Dentures are false teeth made to replace teeth you have lost. They can be complete or partial. Complete dentures cover your entire upper or lower jaw. Partials replace one or a few teeth.
(Reference: 24-May-2023)
Caring for Your Dentures
Proper care will help your dentures last longer:
- Clean them daily with a soft brush and denture cleaner, not toothpaste.
- Soak them overnight in a denture solution.
- Handle them carefully as they can break if dropped.
- Visit your dentist regularly for checkups and adjustments.
