Dentures – Washington, DC
Achieve a Lovely and Functional New Grin
Tooth loss is a frustrating oral health problem that can make it much more difficult to eat, speak, and smile comfortably and proudly. Thankfully, dentures from Washington DC Dentistry can help you achieve a beautiful, complete, and functional smile after losing a few, many, or all of your teeth. Here’s a quick guide to how dentures work and who can benefit from them from the friendly team at our dental office.
Why Choose Washington DC Dentistry for Dentures?
- Rebuild Your Smile After Tooth Loss
- Gorgeous and Functional Restorations
- Flexible Financing Options Available
Who Is a Good Candidate for Dentures?
Losing teeth can redistribute the pressure of chewing, which can lead to uneven enamel erosion, and alter the way sound moves through the mouth, which can make it difficult to speak clearly. Virtually anyone who is missing teeth can be an excellent candidate for dentures, but they will have to be free from oral infections before they can receive their appliance. We will be happy to address any dental or soft tissue infections with appropriate restorative treatments at our office.
Types of Dentures
The only way to learn which type of tooth replacement is right for you is to schedule a consultation at our office. Based on our dentist’s evaluation of your mouth and medical history, we may recommend:
Partial Dentures
Partial dentures consist of artificial teeth supported by a base that is usually made from acrylic, and they normally have metal clips that allow them to attach to the remaining natural teeth. These devices can be used to replace one or more lost teeth throughout the mouth.
Full Dentures
These devices are similar to partial dentures except they are used to replace all the teeth along a dental arch and are usually designed to hold their place with natural suction rather than metal clips. Full dentures can be a fantastically comfortable way to address extensive tooth loss.
Implant Dentures
These appliances are much like full dentures, but they are supported by titanium dental implants surgically inserted into the jawbone rather than with natural suction. This eliminates the possibility of the appliances slipping during meals or conversations and allows them to exert superior chewing power and last for decades if they receive proper care.
The Benefits of Dentures
Dentures can provide a wide range of important benefits like:
- Each device being completely customized to ensure a comfortable fit and a lifelike appearance
- Improving the patient’s self-esteem by completing their smile after tooth loss
- Allowing the patient to enjoy a tastier and more nutritious diet
- Supporting the cheeks to maintain a strong and youthful appearance
- Being a cost effective way to replace lost teeth
- Easy oral hygiene requirements