Prosthodontics - Dentures

Dentures

Complete dentures can be either “conventional” or “immediate.” Made after the teeth have been removed and the gum tissue has begun to heal, a conventional denture is ready for placement in the mouth about eight to 12 weeks after the teeth have been removed.

Unlike conventional dentures, immediate dentures are made in advance and can be positioned as soon as the teeth are removed. As a result, the wearer does not have to be without teeth during the healing period. However, bones and gums shrink over time, especially during the healing period following tooth removal. Therefore a disadvantage of immediate dentures compared with conventional dentures is that they require more adjustments to fit properly during the healing process and generally should only be considered a temporary solution until conventional dentures can be made.

Overdentures

Overdentures are complete or partial prosthesis that are constructed over remaining natural teeth and/or roots. If the natural teeth and roots are not enough to support the overdenture, a dentist will perform dental implants to help stabilize the overdenture.

There are many benefits to overdentures some of which include:

Slowing bone loss by continuing to stimulate the jaw bone during chewing
Helping retain your facial features and structure
Improved digestion through the stabilization of the overdenture to improve chewing
They have the ability to improve the aesthetics of the patients smile while also being a comfortable for everyday use.

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