Dentures – Waverly, OH
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A Brand New Smile!
Tooth loss is no joke; it can seriously hinder your capacity to speak and chew, not to mention absolutely decimating your confidence. Even if you’ve spent a lot of time without teeth and you feel like you’re used to it, having a mouth full of teeth will make a massive difference in your quality of life.
So if you’ve lost most or all of your teeth, a set of dentures could be just what you need. The Waverly, OH team here at Corcoran Privitera Family Dental can give you a prosthetic that can completely replace every tooth you’ve lost all at once, quickly and easily. Give us a call, and let us craft you a brand new smile!
Why Choose Corcoran Privitera Family Dental For Dentures?
- Friendly, Dedicated Husband-and-Wife Dentists
- Advanced Digital Impression System for Comfortable, Accurate Modeling
- In-Network with a Wide Range of Insurance Plans
Who's a Good Candidate for Dentures?
Dentures are well-suited to replacing many different teeth at once, so whether you’re missing just a couple of teeth, or one or both arches of pearly whites, you could be a great candidate for this solution! If you’re ready to schedule a consultation with us to address your tooth loss, don’t wait to get started—but in the meantime, here’s more about why you shouldn’t hesitate to replace missing teeth and some considerations you’ll need to keep in mind if you’re thinking about dentures.
Effects of Missing Teeth
According to the American College of Prosthodontists, the most common causes of missing teeth involve gum disease, advanced tooth decay, and physical trauma. Infected gums mean the connective tissue that holds your pearly whites in place is compromised. And sometimes, a tooth that’s decayed beyond repair may require extraction to preserve your oral health. Of course, a blow to the mouth during a sporting event or accident can also cause a tooth to become displaced. But regardless of how teeth are lost, it can spell bad news for the rest of your smile!
One key concern is that the jawbone can begin shrinking due to a lack of stimulation that the tooth roots used to provide. Of course, daily tasks like eating and speaking will also be notably more difficult. Furthermore, you might experience complications like facial sagging, which lowers your self-esteem. All in all, nothing good can come out of missing teeth.
What Qualifies You for Dentures?
Most patients who suffer from extensive tooth loss, whether due to decay, trauma, or other issues, are eligible to receive dentures, but you’ll need to speak with us first so we can perform an evaluation. Our team knows exactly what to look for; during your visit, we’ll determine which type of denture you’ll need (full, partial, or implant) and assess your smile to ensure that you have healthy gum and jawbone tissue. Also note that dentures tend to be more affordable than some other tooth replacement options, making them a great choice for those on a limited budget.
Alternative Tooth-Replacement Options
If dentures aren’t a good option for you, our team might be able to provide you with alternative tooth-replacement solutions. These include:
- Dental bridges – These restorations are ideal for patients missing a few teeth in a row along the same arch. In order for them to work, you’ll need to have healthy teeth on either side of the gap to support the bridge.
- Dental implants – These refer to titanium posts that can be placed directly into the jawbone, in order to act as replacement tooth roots. A custom-made dental restoration can be placed on top. This option requires sufficient bone density and has a higher upfront cost, but comes with impressive benefits and longevity.
Types of Dentures
There are many different kinds of dentures, each suited different patients with their own particular needs. We’ll be able to give you a better sense of what prosthetic would work for you when we meet you in person, but until then, here’s some information about each of them.
Partial Dentures
Partial dentures are designed to replace most, but not all, of the teeth on a ridge. They consist of a set of false teeth that are attached to the natural ones via small metal hooks, allowing them to affix firmly in place.
Full Dentures
Full dentures are meant to replace all of the teeth on a gum ridge. Given that there are no surrounding teeth to hook onto, they will have to be meticulously crafted adhere to the gums entirely via suction.
Full dentures are made out of acrylic, affording them a comfortable fit that allows them to sit securely on the gums.
Implant Dentures
Implant dentures are similar to full dentures except that they’re attached to thin metal posts surgically placed into the jaw. While a bit more involved, this process gives your prosthetic additional stability. It also improves the durability of your prosthetic, meaning you’ll like save money on replacements in the long run.
The Benefits of Dentures
Your dentures are going to be designed to fit you perfectly, meaning that you can expect not only a comfortable fit, but absolutely stunning realism from your prosthetic. They’ll also provide you with greater bite force, meaning that you’ll be able to enjoy a much more rounded and nutritious diet than you could otherwise.
Dentures are easy to clean and maintain once you get used to it, meaning that you can enjoy the quality of life that they provide you with without having too much time on upkeep. If all this sounds appealing, set up your consultation with us and we’d be happy to tell you more.