{"id":85,"date":"2017-07-21T17:32:40","date_gmt":"2017-07-21T17:32:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wedgewoodcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/?p=85"},"modified":"2017-08-21T17:35:33","modified_gmt":"2017-08-21T17:35:33","slug":"dentures","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wedgewoodcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/dentures\/","title":{"rendered":"A Patient\u2019s Guide to Dentures"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"DenturesIf you\u2019ve experienced advanced tooth loss or were recently informed that you would need a partial or full denture, you may feel worried about the potential outcomes. However, today\u2019s dentures are well-made and crafted from the highest quality materials to ensure the comfort and longevity of every prosthetic. Feel free to continue reading more about dentures here, or contact<\/a> our caring team to schedule a denture consultation at Wedgewood Complete Dentistry. We\u2019ll evaluate your smile and walk you through all of your tooth replacement options including partial and full dentures.
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Types of Dentures<\/h2>\n

Both partial and full dentures are available from our Powell dentist and team. Partials fill in the gaps when patients are missing several consecutive or nonconsecutive teeth. Full dentures are made to fit snuggly against the gum line to replace a complete row of teeth. In addition to removable prosthetics, we also provide dental implant supported dentures that provide increased stability.<\/p>\n

The Denture Process<\/h2>\n

Patients who choose traditional dentures should plan to visit us two to three times. During the initial visit, we\u2019ll remove any damaged or decayed teeth as necessary. Then, we\u2019ll use x-rays and bite impressions to design your partial or full denture. A trusted dental lab will use the information we collect to create your custom dental prosthetic. When we receive the denture, you\u2019ll return to our office to have your denture fitted. In some cases, the partial or full denture fits flawlessly on the first try. However, we often need to make adjustments and invite patients back to retry their denture. Dental implant supported dentures are crafted in much the same way, but there will be one or more additional appointments where implant posts will be placed to provide support for the dental prosthetic.<\/p>\n

Caring for Dentures<\/h2>\n

Caring for replacement teeth can be more involved than traditional tooth care, but with proper in-office and at-home hygiene, a well-made denture<\/a> will last for years. Some tips to ensure the longevity of a partial or full denture prosthetic include:<\/p>\n