Dentures – Lakewood, CO
Bringing Back Your Full, Functional Smile
While tooth loss is a trying condition, it’s more common than you think. As many as 178 million Americans today are missing at least one of their teeth. For that reason, dentists have long had a way to treat this matter and bring back a patient’s full grin: dentures in Lakewood! Here at Dr. Emanuel’s office, we'll use these prosthetics to reclaim your whole smile. Please read below to learn more about them or schedule your visit today.
Who is a Good Candidate for Dentures?
If you’re an adult with decent health, chances are good that you qualify for dentures. These tooth replacements don’t require much beyond that you're dealing with missing teeth. Still, not every patient who suffers from tooth loss is a good candidate. A person who hasn’t lost all teeth along an arch will do better with a different restoration. Similarly, a would-be candidate may lack the healthy gums needed to support dentures.
Given these realities, please consult Dr. Emanuel to confirm if dentures are right for you. She’ll gladly give you an oral exam to check if the prosthetics could help. If they can, we’ll proceed with drafting a treatment plan just for you.
Types of Dentures
Based on what we'll learn at your consultation, our practice may suggest one of three kinds of dentures. These types are the following:
Partial Dentures
Per its name, a partial denture is a type that only replaces a few teeth. This device normally fits over a patient’s gumline with suction or clasps onto abutments (i.e., nearby natural teeth). From there, it relies on its pink acrylic base and color-matched teeth to blend in with your smile.
Full Dentures
In contrast to partial dentures, a full one replaces an entire arch of teeth at once. It thus relies on suction force or adhesives to remain secure; it doesn’t alter other teeth by using clasps. To ensure a good fit, each full denture is also customized to sit snugly and comfortably over your gums.
Implant Dentures
If you’d like something a bit more permanent, implant dentures are the way to go. These kinds secure themselves with dental implants – posts that fuse with your jawbone. As a result, a good implant denture will remain very stable and secure for years at a time. Not only will it not slip or fall like other restorations can, but it’ll also prevent facial collapse.
The Benefits of Dentures
By getting dentures through Dr. Emanuel, you’ll enjoy perks like:
- Gorgeous Results – Modern dentures use excellent materials, so their artificial teeth look very lifelike and natural. You can trust them to fill your smile gaps seamlessly.
- More Confidence – Once dentures bring back your full smile, they’ll help you feel more confident. Wearing them will help you feel self-assured when you’re chatting with friends or family.
- Better Nutrition – Since dentures help you eat, they also expand your dietary options and improve your overall health.
- Long-Lasting Savings – Compared to other options like dental implants or bridges, dentures cost less even as they work well. They’re quite ideal for patients with limited budgets.