HOW DOES ONE ENSURE A SUCCESSFUL OUTCOME?
Your Denturist is able to provide you with the professional advice needed prior to choosing the denture that best suits your lifestyle. The importance of a thorough consultation and examination with your Denturist prior to any treatment cannot be emphasized enough. This appointment gives you the opportunity to express your concerns and desires for your new dentures. It also allows your Denturist the opportunity to assess the oral conditions present and address your needs and expectations.
STANDARD OR PREMIUM PERSONALIZED DENTURES
Standard dentures may fit comfortably and chew well, but are designed for the average patient using basic tooth shades and shapes. Every denture patient, especially those with oral tissues which have resorbed (shrunk) or those who have unusual jaw relationships (bite) may require a personalized denture that utilizes premium materials and precision techniques. With premium personalized dentures, esthetics, comfort, fit and function combine to allow your smile to look more natural.
Premium personalized quality dentures instill confidence and provide optimum function while eating, speaking or laughing.Through the use of sophisticated instrumentation, from the impressions of your jaws to the specific jaw movements you make, all your facial information is recorded. Your Denturist is then able to recreate the character of your smile and restore the natural contour of your lips and facial muscles. Let your smile shine through!
WHEN IS AN IMMEDIATE DENTURE USED?
To avoid the situation of being without teeth, your Denturist will implement the immediate denture technique. This involves taking impressions of your mouth while your natural teeth are still present.
When your natural teeth are extracted, your immediate denture is then inserted. In this technique, you have avoided having to go without any teeth while you go through the healing process.
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT IMMEDIATE DENTURES
Since your Denturist is unable to try-in the denture prior to extracting your teeth, certain esthetic compromises may be necessary.
It is important to follow the postoperative instructions of your Denturist or Oral Surgeon very carefully.
As healing occurs, the oral tissues recede so denture adjustments may be required. Follow-up appointments with your Denturist are necessary. To maintain the best fit and comfort, a temporary liner or tissue conditioner may be placed in the denture. During the next few months, bone and gum tissue will probably continue to shrink to some degree; however, the rate of change decreases with time. This is a natural occurrence, which is to be expected. After the healing process is complete, either a new permanent full denture(s) will be made or your denture(s) will be relined or rebased to ensure the most comfortable fit possible. Your Denturist will recommend the option that best meets your particular needs.
Contact your Denturist to see if an immediate denture is the right option for you.
