A dental implant can replace a missing tooth so well that it often provides a better chewing surface than the original tooth. But implants can be used in groups to provide the structural support for a complete set of dentures. Your dentist will examine the shape and condition of your jaw and use as many implants as is … [Read more...]

Now that you know what dentures are made of and how they work (read Part I), let’s take a look at some common questions about dentures, and how you and your dentist will fit them to your mouth as well as some tips in getting used to them. How long does it take to get dentures in place? After your teeth are removed, … [Read more...]

You’ll want to clean your dentures regularly to get the most use out of them. Clean dentures keep your whole mouth healthy.  Here are four easy steps recommended by the Mayo Clinic to clean your dentures. 1. Remove your dentures and rinse them in warm running water. This removes debris stuck to the denture … [Read more...]

Dentures or implants? In the world of cosmetic dentistry, there are advantages and disadvantages to both. “Dentures create a secret,” says Dr. Carol Ford from her Phoenix cosmetic dentistry office. “While dentures have come a long way from the days they were made of ceramic, even an excellent lower denture … [Read more...]

A denture is a removable replacement for missing teeth and the tissues connected to those teeth. It is made of acrylic plastic and sometimes porcelain and metal materials. A denture closely resembles natural gum tissue and teeth. Complete dentures replace all of the teeth, while partial dentures fill in the spaces … [Read more...]