Dentures are artificial teeth designed by your dentist to replace lost teeth or removed natural teeth. They can be made of porcelain, plastic, or hard resin. There are two main categories of Bellevue dentures: partial or complete. Complete dentures replace all your teeth, while partial dentures restore several of your missing teeth.
However, the materials that make dentures are more fragile than natural teeth, causing them to crack or chip easily. You, therefore, need to take care of your dentures for extended durability. Dentures also wear quickly, so you have to replace them every five years. Dentures have various benefits, which include:
Improves Your Facial and Dental Appearance
After you lose all or some of your teeth, their sockets are empty, and your face can lose volume, making your cheeks appear sunken. Your facial skin can also sag and lips thin, leading to the development of wrinkles, and you appear older than your age. Dentures fill in the empty spaces, restoring your dental look. They also prevent your cheeks and lips from sagging and enhance your facial structure, giving you a radiant and younger appearance.
Improves Dental Health
Missing teeth can cause various oral disorders like gum and jawbone infections. Empty gums can be irritated by what you eat, leading to problems. When you lose your teeth and do not replace them, your jawbone gradually loses its volume due to a lack of stimulation from natural teeth. Over time, the bone can wear out. Dentures prevent jawbone degradation by stimulating the growth of new bone. They also minimize your risk of developing gum infections.
Restores Normal Talking and Eating
Losing teeth can distort your eating, especially the premolars and molars, which help in chewing. You have to take specific food types. Losing the front teeth severely affects your speech. Dentures will help to restore usual talking and eating. Not all dentures allow you to take all kinds of drinks and food. Ensure you get modern, high-quality dentures to enjoy a variety of food types and without fear of them moving around.
Easy to Maintain
Make sure you take care of your dentures like your natural teeth. They are easy to clean and maintain. Ensure you brush your dentures twice daily. To prevent tartar and plaque build-up, remove and rinse them after taking meals. You can also soak your dentures overnight to prevent bacteria accumulation. Avoid biting your nails or opening bottles with your teeth to avoid cracking or chipping your dentures to maintain them in appropriate condition.
It is Not Vital to have Healthy Teeth
Dentures are among the dental treatment techniques you can get when you do not have healthy gums or teeth. Some dental procedures like dental implants and bridges require healthy teeth and gums and a strong jawbone. You can have your dentures on as you seek medical attention for gums, jawbone, and teeth disorders. The fact that you can remove your dentures makes them suit your unhealthy mouth.
After denture placement, you might experience mild irritation or gums swelling and soreness. These side effects should vanish within a few days. If they persist or become severe, seek immediate medical attention. Schedule an appointment at EZ Dental Clinic for denture placement to replace your missing teeth.
Dentures are artificial teeth designed by your dentist to replace lost teeth or removed natural teeth. They can be made of porcelain, plastic, or hard resin. There are two main categories of Bellevue dentures: partial or complete. Complete dentures replace all your teeth, while partial dentures restore several of your missing teeth.
