Dentures have come a long way in dentistry
Only a few lucky people manage to keep all their original teeth by the time they reach the age of 70. If a replacement or repair has to be done, dentists have various solutions to offer based on the intensity of the problem. Teeth straightening, cosmetic dentistry, braces, invisalign, veneer and inman alignment are the few solutions for a broken, defective or decayed tooth. But if the tooth itself has to be replaced completely, dentures are the best solution.
Dentures are also called false teeth, which is an alternative for missing teeth and tissues. Reading dentists offer two different treatments for teeth fixtures- Complete and Partial Dentures.
Complete Dentures
This is an effective solution for those who have lost all or most of their teeth. Complete upper or lower jaw is covered in the complete denture process. The denture fixation is possible both in a conventional manner or immediate process. Conventional process requires 8-12 weeks after the removal of the teeth. This is the time it takes for the gums to heal. After this, a denture fitting the frame of the patient’s jaw is fixed. In immediate process dentures are already prepared and can be fit in the jaws immediately after the removal of teeth. Though conventional dentures take a long time for, they are more reliable and hassle free. The jaws shrink after the removal of teeth. So if an instant denture is fixed to the jaw it might require frequent adjustments before the jaw stabilizes.
Partial Denture
When you loose a few of your teeth, which are irreparable, partial denture treatment is performed. The false tooth or teeth are attached to a pink colored gum like material which is fixed to the real gums using wires. These partial dentures fill the empty spaces between the natural teeth and prevent them from changing their arrangement. The objects used in this process are natural looking, which offers a real look rather than an artificial appearance.
Initially eating and speaking might feel different and uncomfortable, but you will get used to it slowly.