Losing all of your natural teeth affects more than just your smile. It can change the way you eat, the way you speak, and even the shape of your face over time.
As part of our general dentistry services, our team designs custom complete dentures. These removable appliances replace an entire arch of missing teeth on the top, bottom, or both, using suction and the natural contours of your mouth to stay securely in place. A well-fitted denture can closely resemble your natural teeth, restoring your ability to eat and speak comfortably while helping preserve the natural shape and structure of your face.
A conventional complete denture rests on the gums and stays in place through suction and the natural shape of your mouth, while a snap-on overdenture attaches to a small number of dental implants placed in the jawbone for a more secure, stable fit. Both options replace a full arch of missing teeth, but they take very different approaches to get there.
Because a snap-on overdenture requires implant placement, this option involves coordination with our periodontics team. If you are interested in learning more about the implant-supported option, our snap-on overdentures page covers that process in more detail, and our team can help coordinate care between both sides of the practice if that route is the better fit for you.
Missing all of your natural teeth can make chewing difficult, limiting the foods you can eat. A complete denture restores your bite so you can enjoy a fuller range of foods again.
The loss of natural teeth can affect how certain sounds and words form when you speak. A complete denture fills that space, helping restore a more natural and confident way of speaking.
Without teeth to provide structure, facial muscles can begin to sag over time, changing the shape of your face. A complete denture helps support your natural facial contours and appearance.
Getting a complete denture involves several steps to make sure your final appliance fits comfortably. Here is what generally happens along the way.
Dr. Reem examines your gums and jaw to determine the right type of complete denture for your situation.
Impressions and measurements of your jaw are taken to design a denture that fits the unique shape of your mouth.
Your complete denture is custom-made at a dental lab, designed to closely resemble your natural teeth and fit the contours of your gums.
Once your denture is ready, Dr. Reem checks the fit and makes any needed adjustments so it sits comfortably and securely.
It is normal for a new denture to feel a little awkward at first, with some minor irritation or increased saliva flow while your mouth adjusts.
Follow-up visits allow Dr. Reem to check the fit of your denture and make any adjustments needed as your mouth continues to settle.
Losing all of your natural teeth does not mean losing your smile. Dentures can help restore your appearance and make it easier to eat and speak, and most new denture wearers adjust comfortably within a few weeks as their mouth becomes accustomed to the fit.
If you want to explore whether a complete denture is the right option for you, our team is here to walk you through the process. You can contact our office to schedule your visit and start building a plan that fits your smile and your timeline.
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