Types of Dentures at Shine Dental Associates
Choosing the right dentures can significantly impact your comfort, confidence, and ability to enjoy everyday activities like eating and speaking. At Shine Dental Associates, we offer a range of dentures tailored to meet your unique needs. Whether you need full dentures, partials, or implant-supported options, our experienced team ensures that your dentures are custom-fit for maximum comfort and functionality. Plus, our on-site lab provides faster service and same-day adjustments. Don’t wait—schedule your consultation today and find the perfect denture solution!
Complete Full Upper and Lower Dentures
COMPLETE FULL UPPER AND LOWER DENTURES
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For the most part, there are two options available to those who want complete full upper and lower dentures. The first one is the traditional option where a mold will be taken and dentures made. You will then be responsible for adhering them to your gums during the day and taking them out at night to clean. This is typically referred to as a removable complete denture.
The major advantage of this choice is that it is far more affordable than the alternative we’re about to explain. However, it can also limit your ability to speak, cause some discomfort and sore gums, affect the way you’re able to taste food and move around some when you yawn, smile, eat or cough.
As such, many people opt to have their complete full upper and lower dentures implanted. This is a far more expensive procedure that will take time to handle correctly. It will begin with an initial diagnosis and inspection of your mouth. You can expect to make more than one visit to your doctor before the actual treatment begins. However, the finished product will ensure a better look without the above listed issues.
Usually, this process involves multiple implants being inserted across the jawbone. This forms what is known as a fixed bridge. It’s essential that this first step is done perfectly, as it will determine how well your dentist is able to fabricate and set your new teeth. That being said, the number of actual teeth you will receive will depend on a number of factors. However, you will be aware of the end result long before it is attached to your jawbone.
In either scenario, any teeth you have remaining in your mouth may need to be removed if they stand in the way of your treatment. This will be something your dentist will decide, though, and there are a number of options to help you transition from your natural teeth to the professional ones that will be taking over.
Partial Upper and Lower Dentures
Partial Upper and Lower Dentures
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Partial upper and lower dentures are removable and generally made from acrylic and metal. They generally use wire hooks that comfortably wrap around teeth you still have. This ensures they stay in place while you’re wearing them, yet can easily slip them off when your day is over.
The process of having partial and/or lower dentures made for your mouth begins with the initial appointment. There, your dentist will begin by taking models of your mouth in order to study them later. Primarily, they will be analyzing your bite in order to create dentures that will complement it.
On your second appointment, the dentist will make a final impression of your mouth. Depending on how complex your particular case is, you could be in for one or two more visits before your dentist has everything they need to create your dentures. As you can imagine, creating new teeth that will perfectly fit a person’s jaw is a very involved process, so these numerous visits are for the best.
With your dentures complete, you will most likely be excited about the prospect and ready to wear them. However, as your dentist will warn you, getting used to partial upper and lower dentures takes time. Expect to wear them for at least a week before they begin feeling natural. It could take you as long as a month, however. You should also anticipate that it will take some practice before you can use them without issue.
Even the most advanced forms of partial upper and lower dentures will feel bulky and heavy at first. This is partially due to the materials and partially due to the new neuromuscular movements your body is learning in order to effectively control them. Your body will need to recruit from the cheeks, tongue and lips differently. However, after enough practice everything will return to normal.
So if you’re missing teeth in your lower and/or upper jaw, don’t hesitate to speak with a dentist about dentures. Partial upper and lower dentures may be just what you need.
Clear Palate Dentures
Clear Palate Dentures
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A clear palate can be installed on a number of different types of dentures. So if you’re missing all your teeth (or the majority and your dentist recommends extracting the others), you can easily have a complete set with a clear palate in the center. However, if you only need partial dentures, you can still get a clear palate if one is even necessary in the first place.
If you are currently wearing dentures that included a colored palate and would like to switch to a clear version, this shouldn’t be an issue. The good news is that you won’t notice any difference when wearing them. For the most part, clear palates are made from an acrylic that is nearly identical to the type of plastic they use make the traditional types of dentures. Of course, if you have any issues with it once you’re wearing them you can always speak to your dentist.
As with most types of dentures, it will take at least a couple appointments before the finished product will be ready. The first one will be a consultation where, if you decide to continue, the dentist will take a mold of your teeth. During the next visit, your dentist will probably request to take a second mold, as they are studying your bite and zeroing in on the precise design.
Those who already have dentures will usually only need one visit. Simply call your dentist to let them know you wish to switch to a clear palate and they should be ready to accommodate you with just a single appointment.
Acrylic Partials
Acrylic Partials
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Wherever a space exists in the patient’s smile, artificial teeth are attached to the plastic base. This way, when the acrylic portion is worn flush against the roof of their mouth, these teeth insert themselves perfectly into the patient’s smile. However, it’s also done to help keep the permanent teeth from slipping in their spot or otherwise moving around and becoming loose.
The main advantage to using acrylic for your partials is that it’s the most affordable material available for making dentures. As many people wear acrylic partials as a temporary solution before getting implants or a bridge put in, they can be easily thrown away when no longer needed without major costs going to waste.
Another advantage to choosing acrylic partials is that more teeth can always be added in. Sometimes these dentures are a temporary solution because a patient plans to have more teeth taken out in the future. When that happens, acrylic partials can simply be altered to include the necessary teeth without having to make all new dentures.
When making acrylic partials, professionals need to be careful not to begin the process too soon after an extraction is completed. Obviously, it’s understandable that a patient would like their dentures made immediately so they can get on with their life. However, the issue that occurs is that the mouth is often swollen when the mold is made so it never quite fits properly. As a result, the dentures can fall out or flop around and food can easily find its way in between.
Acrylic also tends to be quite brittle, so a lot of care must be taken when they are removed and left anywhere. So long as they fit well, their fragility won’t be a problem when being worn. However, as in the above example, if they fit funny on one side or another, unequal pressure can eventually crack them while they’re in your mouth.
Overall, acrylic partials are still, by far, the best option for temporary partials or simply getting the dentures you need at a discount.
Implant Supported Partial Dentures
Implant Supported Partial Dentures
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However, this simple arrangement may not work for everyone missing multiple teeth. For example, if you’re missing anterior teeth (those in the front), typical partial dentures might not function correctly. This is especially true if your remaining teeth lack the structural integrity to provide reliable abutments.
Fortunately, all is not lost. Another option, known as implant supported partial dentures, will still be capable of repairing the patient’s smile.
As the name suggests, implant supported partial dentures are a marriage of two separate versions. On the one hand, they are essential partial dentures. By this, we mean that they fill in the necessary gaps, while still leaving plenty of your real teeth in place. However, you will still need some implants put in because there are no other options for rooting your dentures into your mouth.
Implants can be done any of a number of ways. However, for implant supported partial dentures, implants are drilled into your gums and finally into your jaw. These implants then provide the necessary foundation for your partial dentures to attach to. One of the most popular ways is via magnetism. So when you want to put your dentures in, you simply let the magnets do their thing and you end up with your teeth where you need them.
The obvious advantage to implant supported partial dentures is that they’ll work in a mouth that would otherwise be challenging or impossible for artificial teeth. However, the other benefit is their ease of use. You can simply snap them in or out at will and the magnetism will keep them flush against your gums at all times. Plus, with no metal clasps, you can rest assured no one will know they’re not the real thing.
So if you’re missing teeth toward the front and think that means you can’t have dentures, think again. You may be a perfect candidate for implant supported partial dentures.
Although there are still many alternatives available, implant supported dentures are largely considered to be the best option out there. They provide all the benefits of normal dentures with a number of advantages wearers all seem to agree put them a cut above.
Implant supported dentures are the natural extension of the more traditional version. In the past, dentures have been held in with some type of adhesive – either a tape-like-strip or some type of glue or a paste. That’s a lot of confidence to put into such a material. As such, many wearers never felt comfortable using their full range of motion. Food could easily get in between the dentures and the gums, too, causing discomfort and potential embarrassment. All these factors and more practically defeated the purpose.
So in place of these adhesives were put surgical implants. Actual metal was inserted into the wearers jaw to ensure dentures stayed attached, securely, whenever they were worn. The open palate design simply meant there was no unnecessary middle rubbing up against the roof of the mouth.
There are two types of open palate implant supported dentures: those retained with balls and those with bars. Being that they’re both held in with an implant, it really comes down to a personal preference over which one is superior.
The ball-retained dentures (also known as Stud-Attachment Dentures) function with a ball and socket design in order to hold them in the wearer’s mouth. To that end, the implant has sockets and the dentures have balls. When the balls and sockets meet, the dentures snap in place.
With a bar-retained open palate implant support denture, the mechanism is much the same and the result is exact. Implants in this scenario span the jaw and allow a metal bar to run along the inside of it. The dentures themselves have clips that attach to that bar when they’re being worn.
Again, the difference is largely up to the wearer to decide or the dentist to recommend. The finished product, however, is unrivaled security for the wearer. It’s impossible for these dentures to slip and, because they’re held in by metal, there’s virtually no chance of the attachment mechanism breaking.
When you add to this the open palate that provides an even more realistic look and unencumbered feel, it’s hard to beat open palate implant supported dentures. Best of all, the wearer feels more comfortable with them in, meaning they won’t have to hold back from talking, laughing, yawning, eating, etc.
Open Palate Implant Supported Dentures
Open Palate Implant Supported Dentures
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That’s a lot of confidence to put into such a material. As such, many wearers never felt comfortable using their full range of motion. Food could easily get in between the dentures and the gums, too, causing discomfort and potential embarrassment. All these factors and more practically defeated the purpose.
So in place of these adhesives were put surgical implants. Actual metal was inserted into the wearers jaw to ensure dentures stayed attached, securely, whenever they were worn. The open palate design simply meant there was no unnecessary middle rubbing up against the roof of the mouth.
There are two types of open palate implant supported dentures: those retained with balls and those with bars. Being that they’re both held in with an implant, it really comes down to a personal preference over which one is superior.
The ball-retained dentures (also known as Stud-Attachment Dentures) function with a ball and socket design in order to hold them in the wearer’s mouth. To that end, the implant has sockets and the dentures have balls. When the balls and sockets meet, the dentures snap in place.
With a bar-retained open palate implant support denture, the mechanism is much the same and the result is exact. Implants in this scenario span the jaw and allow a metal bar to run along the inside of it. The dentures themselves have clips that attach to that bar when they’re being worn.
Again, the difference is largely up to the wearer to decide or the dentist to recommend. The finished product, however, is unrivaled security for the wearer. It’s impossible for these dentures to slip and, because they’re held in by metal, there’s virtually no chance of the attachment mechanism breaking.
When you add to this the open palate that provides an even more realistic look and unencumbered feel, it’s hard to beat open palate implant supported dentures. Best of all, the wearer feels more comfortable with them in, meaning they won’t have to hold back from talking, laughing, yawning, eating, etc.
Bar Supported Overdentures with Implants
Bar Supported Overdentures Implants
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Traditionally, a number of different adhesives were used to keep these dentures in place. Sometimes this meant pastes or glues, other people would use strips that ran the length of the denture.
Unfortunately, these could often cause problems for the wearers. As you can imagine, it’s difficult gluing acrylic to gum tissue. So the dentures would often slip and move while being worn. If the wearer wasn’t careful, they could come out. When eating, food could get trapped underneath, causing all kinds of issues.
With implants, these problems disappear. A dental professional actually implants small pieces of metal into your mandible through the gums. Dentures are then attached to this metal when being worn. Unlike with adhesives, there’s no way those dentures are going to get free. Fortunately, when you’re done wearing them, they easily release.
There are generally two types of overdentures with implants. One fastens in with a ball and joint. The other uses a bar. Both are incredibly popular for their effectiveness and comfort.
With bar supported overdentures with implants, the metal is inserted at the front of the mandible, generally in four spots (this will depend on the person’s mouth). Then these metal implants have a bar attached to them that run along the inside of the jaw. The dentures have clasps opposite the teeth so that, when you want to wear them, they simply clip into the bar.
No one is the wiser because the entire apparatus is shielded from view. No one can see the metal bar because it is on the inside of the mouth. The metal implants are covered by the dentures and the clasps are covered by the inside of the jaw.
Furthermore, the wearer never lets on because they stay in place so well. That means there are no awkward maneuvers on the part of the wearer to ensure they stay in or keep food out. The psychological effects bar supported overdentures with implants can have on the wearer are worth it in their own right.
Snap On Dentures with Implants
Snap on Dentures Implants
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Wearing dentures doesn’t have to be a challenge in this day and age. Technology has gotten to the point where they should be as easy to have in your mouth as your real teeth were. Unfortunately for many wearers, dentures make the day a constant uphill battle. Every gesture they make with their mouth is either uncomfortable or has them worried someone will notice. However, it doesn’t have to be this way.
Snap on dentures with implants are really where the industry is going. They provide a better overall fit and the snug feel wearers want from their dentures. Best of all, anyone can be outfitted with them.
Screw Retained Permanent Dentures with Implants
Screw Retained Permanent Dentures with Implants
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For the most part, those who wish to wear permanent dentures need to have healthy jawbones to support them. That’s because they are installed with metal implants.
Temporary dentures go on top of the gums and are generally held in place by a special adhesive. This can take the form of a paste or strip. However, even adhesives specially made for gum tissue can only do so much. When the wearer begins talking, laughing, eating, etc. the movement can easily pop the dentures loose, especially after they’ve been worn for a prolonged period of time.
As we said, however, permanent gestures rely on surgical means to keep them in place. In the case of screw retained permanent dentures with implants, the implants are screws, obviously. They’re inserted straight into the mandible where they will remain. Even when the dentures aren’t being worn, the implants will stay in the mouth permanently.
To begin wearing them, the dentures are simply snapped in place and attached to the screws. As they are custom made, the screw retained permanent dentures with implants will sit flush against the gums nice and snug. No amount of chewing, talking or laughing will create any space where food can sneak in or they could otherwise fall out.
The benefits of wearing screw retained permanent dentures with implants are fairly obvious. Mainly, they stay in. However, the psychological benefits cannot be undervalued. Wearers can carry on naturally without having to worry about their dentures becoming an issue or a lack of adhesive giving them away. Furthermore, there’s no rubbing sensation which wearers of temporary dentures sometimes have to feel and put up with.
Overall, permanent dentures with implants provide a better quality of life for the wearer. When they’re held in via a screw implants, there’s no way they’re slipping, sliding or otherwise coming out.
Mini Implant Supported Dentures
Mini Implant Supported Dentures
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Permanent dentures look like the traditional kind in that they cover the entire gum and provide artificial teeth. However, the wearer’s gums are actually outfitted with surgical implants that attach right into the jawbone. The exposed part of the implant and the inside of the dentures both have mechanism that allow them to attach to one another when the wearer puts their teeth in. Once attached, there’s just no moving them. These dentures will sit flush against the gum, disallowing any food particles from getting in, but letting the wearer chew all the same, talk like they used to, laugh without a care, etc.
Unfortunately, not everyone has been able to benefit from this technology. In order to install metal implants, the wearer needs enough jawbone to complete the process. However, many people lose their teeth to reasons that also corrupt their jawbone.
This usually meant those patients were left with no other option but to wear temporary dentures. These versions aren’t the best option in the first place. When you combine them with a thin jaw, though, they can often be downright useless.
Thanks to mini implant supported dentures, though, people who have dealt with damage to their jaw don’t have to go without teeth. These smaller implants can make do with less jaw, meaning they can be inserted and used to anchor dentures just as well as the larger kind. Best of all, these mini implants can usually be installed with just one visit. So someone can go from struggling with temporary dentures to all of a sudden have the best available option on the market.
So if you’ve been told you’ll need to live with the shifting and sliding of temporary dentures because your jawbone is too insignificant, help is on the way. Mini implant supported dentures will give you relief with just a single visit.
Hybrid Dentures
Hybrid Dentures
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Perhaps the larger issue, however, is that they simply don’t fit well. These dentures rest on top of the wearer’s gums and are generally held there with some type of adhesive. This could be an actual paste or some type of tape-like strip that’s laid inside the dentures before being worn. Either way, even the best adhesives can only do so much with gum tissue.
When the wearer begins normal functioning, problems usually start. If they chew their food or even attempt to hold a conversation, temporary dentures can pop up and leave the gums. If this even happens momentarily, it can be enough for food to find its way in between the gums and the dentures. Many wearers can often feel the dentures shifting throughout the day which is physically and emotionally uncomfortable.
Hybrid dentures solve this problem by combining the shape of the temporary type with something far better than adhesive: metal implants. A dentist will actually insert metal implants into the jawbone through the patient’s gums. These implants then serve as the apparatus the dentures are attached to. In many cases, these dentures are attached permanently by the dentist, meaning they can be removed but only by the professional.
Generally, it takes four implants in order to properly secure these dentures. After proper consultations, though, a dentist can install them with just one visit. Healing usually takes another four to six months, at which time the final product will be attached permanently.
As they’re custom made, the finished product looks far better than temporary dentures. Plus, as they never shift around or move, the wearer appears more natural with them in. Whether they’re eating, laughing, yawning or just talking, hybrid dentures hold their own and give the wearer the comfort and confidence they deserve.
Flippers
Flippers
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Flippers, or “flipper teeth”, are temporary dentures that are extremely lightweight and generally serve as placeholders in the wearer’s mouth. That’s because they will be gotten rid of as soon as a more permanent solution presents itself.
Just because someone loses a tooth or teeth, doesn’t mean he or she is automatically a candidate for new ones right away. There are a number of reasons people can lose a tooth, of course. It can be pulled, damaged beyond repair, suffer from disease or otherwise decay. This will affect when it can be replaced. No matter what, though, the answer is almost never right away. The average wait time can be anywhere between six weeks and six months. That’s how long it takes for the gums and bones involved to heal, which is necessary before permanent dentures can become an option.
That’s a long time to wait.
Whenever possible, a dental professional will cast your tooth for a flipper mold before extracting the real thing. This makes for even less time spent without a tooth. It turns out this is especially advantageous as flippers can have real health benefits. Aside from the fact that they make chewing and talking easier, flippers have been shown to decrease the amount of bone loss you suffer three to four months after losing your tooth. Seeing as how flippers are made from acrylic resin, as opposed to some form of metal, they can quickly be fabricated and introduced into the mouth.
As we mentioned, flippers are meant to be a temporary solution. However, some people insist on wearing them permanently, often because the alternative may be too expensive. If that’s something you’re contemplating, be sure to speak to your dentist about how to properly care for your flippers to keep them durable, sturdy and hygienic.
Same Day Dentures
SAME-DAY DENTURES
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There are many benefits to getting same-day dentures. One of the biggest reasons is so you do not have to wait days and weeks without any teeth. Not only would you be self-conscious when smiling or talking, but you would have to suffer through eating soft foods only as well as liquid food like shakes. Another crucial advantage of same-day dentures is that they save you time, money, and visits. By agreeing to same-day dentures, you will schedule fewer appointments, therefore, minimizing your time and finances to the dentist.
We do have sedation available for family members that are anxious about their extraction and replacement visit. We will work at your pace to keep you comfortable the entire time, and we will give you the smile you always wanted!
Our professional and skilled team members at Shine Dental are ready to care for you and your entire family. We have specialists on staff, as well as an on-site dental lab so all of your denture needs will be taken care of under one roof.
We take most major dental insurance and have interest-free financing available, so there is no reason to wait to set up your appointment time. In as little as two visits, Shine Dental will get you your smile back! Click here to contact us by email or call us at (516) 348-8500 for your free consultation with state-of-the-art digital x-rays today!
Immediate Dentures
Immediate-Dentures
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Of course, the psychological benefits are often what the wearer is more concerned about. Immediate dentures mean you don’t have to walk around with a smile full of holes or none at all. They mean you don’t have to find a new way to chew or even talk.
The process begins with a mold being taken of your mouth. Even if you’re just missing the top row, the bottom needs to be done as well so that your bite will line up correctly.
Next, the dentist will need to select your new teeth. Here’s one of the many reasons it’s so important to choose the most experienced dentist possible for this procedure. You want one who will take their time finding the teeth that are both the right shape and color.
When the teeth are selected and installed, your denture will be ready. At this point, the dentist may remove any other teeth that have to go. By having the denture already made, it can be immediately installed and you can receive the aforementioned benefits.
Immediate dentures generally need to stay in your mouth for the first 72 hours. They’re working as bandages for some fairly traumatic wounds your mouth just suffered. Without them there, you’d need a number of bandages to ensure the healing process works.
After about four to six months, you’ll need to see the dentist again because your gums will begin to shrink as the swelling goes down and your immediate dentures will no longer fit as well. At this point, your dentist will discuss other options for you in terms of permanent dentures or otherwise altering the ones you already have.
Denture Stabilization
Denture Stabilization
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When dentures lack stability, they can often be counterproductive. The point is to instill confidence, not give the wearer something new to worry about. Dentures are supposed to make eating all types of food a reality, not allow little pieces to sneak between them and the gums where they can cause discomfort. After enough rubbing back and forth, dentures suffering from a lack of stabilization can actually permanently reduce the jawbone.
So what can be done? Fortunately, any number of things. Sometimes, the issue is simply that the dentures don’t fit. The mold may have been taken when the gums were still swollen, making for an inaccurate size to begin with. All dentures eventually become too big, as the jaw naturally shrinks in size in reaction to teeth being lost. In this case, a simple refitting is always prescribed and should solve the problem.
For many people, dental implants will cure this issue once and for all. These metal implants drill right into the jaw and provide an apparatus for dentures to attach to. When attached, dentures sit flush against the gums and won’t move unless properly released. Even these will need to be refitted over time, however.
The good news is that just about anyone can have implants inserted into their jaw. So long as you’re not suffering from periodontal disease or some other medical condition, you should be a candidate. Even if you suffered from periodontal disease in the past and lost part of your jawbone, you might be surprised by what your dentist can do. Those who do qualify for dental implants can even have them installed in one visit, meaning they can leave the dentist’s office without ever having to worry about denture stabilization again.
Getting your dentures should be a relief that you feel every time you wear them. Make sure this is the case by tackling any denture stabilization issues you may be wrestling with. The results are truly worth it.
Locator and Bar Supported Over Dentures
Locator and Bar Supported Over Dentures
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One Tooth-Multiple Teeth Partial Dentures
One Tooth Multiple Teeth Partial Dentures
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Partial dentures often have that same center piece, only with just the teeth attached where necessary. Then some type of framework or metal clasps is used to anchor the entire apparatus to a couple of permanent teeth in the mouth.
That’s just one option though. Another choice for those who need partial dentures is crowns. These installations attach to permanent teeth in order to hold an artificial one between them. Numerous crowns can be installed in one mouth to make up as many missing teeth as necessary.
Another option that exists combines the two. You can have a crown apparatus put in your mouth and then a partial denture attached to it. This allows the wearer to remove that denture as they like, should they need to address hygienic issues.
In any case, the benefits of partial dentures go beyond simply aesthetic ones. These false teeth also help others from closing in and creating problems or otherwise losing their current position. Plus, partial dentures are great for helping people speak like they used to, chew food without issue and basically handle normal functioning of their mouths.
Depending on your mouth’s specific needs, it could take between three to six weeks in order to have your dentures made. Usually, it will begin with a consultation, though a mold could be taken on the first day. Often a second one will need to be done at a later appointment to ensure the denture is being made properly. Your dentist needs to be certain that your new teeth and false teeth will function together without issue.
So if you’re missing a tooth or two, partial dentures are a solution. There are enough options to address the teeth you’re missing as well as any of your own concerns regarding comfort.
Nesbit Partials
Nesbit Partials
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Nesbit partial dentures are part of another type of denture called a Valplast partial denture. These have become popular for several reasons. First, they don’t need clasps to be comfortably worn like other partials. Secondly, Valplast partials have a translucent membrane attached to the tooth. This allows for the wearer’s actual gum to show through, providing a much more realistic color to anyone who takes a look. Usually, Valplast partials are used to replace a large number of teeth, though, whereas a Nesbit is perfect for a few or less.
For the most part, your Nesbit can be ready within two visits, though it will depend on your particular mouth. In most cases, there is no need for drilling and thus anesthesia.
There are countless reasons why someone may need a Nesbit partial. Root canals are a fairly common one though. Years after a successful root canal, abscesses can sometimes occur. Often times there’s nothing that can be done other than just extracting it. As such, only a single tooth is needed in a cramped area. That’s when a Nesbit partial is perfect.
Sometimes people will elect for a different type of partial or a bridge to be put in place of their missing tooth. However, even then, Nesbit partial dentures may be used as a suitable replacement for a temporary period of time. They’re relatively affordable, yet the finished product is high in quality, making it a perfect choice for a space saver. Nonetheless, many people use Nesbit partials as a permanent solution. Anyone who wishes to do that should speak with their dentist first in order to understand hygienic issues related. So if you’re missing just a tooth or two, a Nesbit partial may be your best bet. It’s quick, affordable and looks great.
Snap on Smile Teeth Replacement
Snap on Smile Teeth Replacement
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Those interested in snap on smile teeth replacement should contact their dentist first. They’ll need to take a mold of your teeth for the smile to be constructed from. You’ll also have to pick out the style of smile you want as well as the shade your teeth will be.
After this initial appointment, your choices and impressions will be sent to Snap on Smile for processing. In roughly three weeks, you’ll return to your dentist for a final fitting. As soon as that’s complete, you’ll leave the office with your brand new smile to show off.
That’s literally all it takes. There is no drilling or shots and your current teeth stay right where they are.
You will probably go through a bit of a transition as you learn how to talk with them in. However, most wearers are able to speak naturally with their Snap on Smile in after about two weeks. The key is to wear the teeth all day right off the bat so you become accustomed to speaking with it.
Just like with the real thing, your Snap on Smile Teeth Replacement will need to be cleaned regularly. You won’t brush them with toothpaste though, but instead use the cleaning kit that comes with it and follow the instructions. Your Snap on Smile can stain, just like real teeth, although not easily. Cleaning them regularly will keep your teeth looking as good as new.
While wearing your Snap on Smile, you should feel free to eat most foods and drink most liquids. However, you should stay away from gum or sticky foods that may pull at your new teeth.
If you want a winning smile, but are afraid you can’t afford it, think again. With Snap on Smile Teeth Replacement, your ideal smile is just three weeks away
Ethnic Colored Dentures
Ethnic Colored Dentures
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Fortunately, immediate dentures are generally a temporary solution. Temporary dentures can often be as well, obviously. With permanent dentures, it’s much easier to get a custom look that will match the natural color of your gums perfectly.
Going with permanent dentures has a number of other advantages too, many of which will help them look and even feel more natural. Permanent dentures that use implants will connect right to your actual jaw. This means you won’t have to worry about food particles or debris getting trapped between your dentures and your gums, making them uncomfortable and potentially springing them loose. You also don’t have to worry about the dentures shifting around, rubbing up against your gums and irritating them throughout the day. Some versions even supply a bit of shock absorption, meaning the dentures will move ever so slightly as you chew, just as your real collection of teeth do in order to handle the constant impact.
When you have confidence in using your dentures, they automatically appear more natural, because you seem like anyone else would when using their natural teeth.
Furthermore, permanent dentures just tend to look better. They are designed to look more authentic, aside from what color you make them. So combine that with your natural confidence and getting the color to match your ethnicity and no one will ever be the wiser.
Technology has come so far with how dentures are made and what specific situations they can address that it wouldn’t make any sense for specific ethnic needs to not be addressed. So don’t be worried that you won’t be able to find dentures that will match your appearance. You can find a great pair that will do that and feel amazing.
Valplast Dentures
Valplast Dentures
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Despite how strong and durable they are, Valplast Dentures are virtually impossible to notice as they lack a wire apparatus or other giveaway as artificial teeth. You simply slip them in and begin wearing them.
Best of all, Valplast Dentures are considered to be very affordable. So just because you can’t foot the cost of fixed restoration (where a bridge is permanently attached to your jaw), it doesn’t mean you need to go with a bulkier, more uncomfortable option. They cost more than acrylic stayplates and metal and acrylic partials. However, you’ll be saving a lot of money compared to fixed crows and bridges or implants.
The dentures themselves are made out of a flexible base resin designed specifically for dentistry and to be worn with comfort. One of the reasons it fits in so well with your mouth is that the resin allows the natural tone of your tissue to appear right through the material. It will actually match six basic shades. Between the tone matching, realistic teeth and lack of wires, no one will ever know you’re wearing dentures. In fact, given how comfortable they are, you may forget every once in a while too.
Less you have any concerns that Valplast Dentures are too new to trust, know that dentists have trusted the biocompatible nylon used for them for over 50 years. No metal framework means the fitting takes much less time, so go see your dentist about Valplast dentures today and you may leave with a brand new grin across your face.
Gum and Tooth Colored Clasps
Gum Tooth Colored Clasps
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An important feature of most partial dentures is the clasps. These are tiny metal wires that keep the dentures in your mouth by comfortably wrapping around permanent teeth. Once they’re on, these clasps hold them firmly in place, though they also allow dentures to be removed with ease.
However, some people prefer an alternative to the typical metal clasps. That’s because these clasps can sometimes give the dentures away if your smile makes it plain to see that you’re wearing metal in your mouth. No matter how real the teeth look, this will generally tip people off.
Fortunately, there are gum and tooth colored clasps you can choose from as well. They work just as well as the traditional version for holding the dentures in your mouth, but they’re far less detectable. If you find that the clasps wrap around and line up with your teeth, you can pick a color that will allow them to blend right in. Likewise, your clasps may sit down by the gum line, in which case gum colored clasps will make it impossible to detect them.
Gum and tooth colored clasps can come made out of a number of different materials. One of the more popular varieties is acetal resin. This resin is the perfect combination of tensile strength and abrasion-resistance. Of course, it’s also non-allergenic and non-toxic, so there are no issues with you keeping it in your mouth for long periods of time. With the resin, you don’t need to replace your current clasps at all. It can simply be applied to the current metal to cover up and hide its metallic appearance.
So if you’re afraid of moving past paste and glue because you’re afraid metal will give you, you’re in luck. Partial dentures can remain hidden thanks to gum and tooth colored clasps.
Snap on Partial Dentures with Implants
Snap on Partial Dentures Implants
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In order to keep partial dentures in the patient’s mouth, metal clasps sit at either end and wrap around permanent teeth. These clasps can be colored to match the wearer’s gum or teeth so that no one is the wiser. The palate can also be similarly colored or left translucent to allow the wearer’s natural tissue color to show through.
However, there can often be a couple drawbacks to this traditional design. The first is that metal clasps may be uncomfortable, whether they match the wearer’s mouth or not. The other drawback is that sometimes clasps simply aren’t an option. If the patient is missing a number of teeth in the front of their mouth or the ones left simply lack the necessary structural integrity, clasps won’t work to keep partial dentures at bay.
Fortunately, there’s another option besides going without or doing a mass extraction to make way for a full denture. Patients can also elect to be fitted with snap on partial dentures with implants.
These dentures combine two very popular versions to give the wearer the best of both worlds. First, the partial dentures work as they normally do. A mold is taken and the necessary teeth attached. However, instead of using clasps, implants are drilled into the jawbone through the gums. These implants then provide an apparatus for the dentures to attach to. Best of all, they can simply be snapped in and snapped back out. Without clasps, they’re practically impossible to detect as well.
So no matter what your mouth looks like, you’re guaranteed there is a denture out there meant for you. Snap on partial dentures combine two winning formulas to ensure everyone can have an equally winning smile.
Implant Supported Over Dentures
Implant Supported Over Dentures
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However, this simple arrangement may not work for everyone missing multiple teeth. For example, if you’re missing anterior teeth (those in the front), typical partial dentures might not function correctly. This is especially true if your remaining teeth lack the structural integrity to provide reliable abutments.
Fortunately, all is not lost. Another option, known as implant supported partial dentures, will still be capable of repairing the patient’s smile.
As the name suggests, implant supported partial dentures are a marriage of two separate versions. On the one hand, they are essential partial dentures. By this, we mean that they fill in the necessary gaps, while still leaving plenty of your real teeth in place. However, you will still need some implants put in because there are no other options for rooting your dentures into your mouth.
Implants can be done any of a number of ways. However, for implant supported partial dentures, implants are drilled into your gums and finally into your jaw. These implants then provide the necessary foundation for your partial dentures to attach to. One of the most popular ways is via magnetism. So when you want to put your dentures in, you simply let the magnets do their thing and you end up with your teeth where you need them.
The obvious advantage to implant supported partial dentures is that they’ll work in a mouth that would otherwise be challenging or impossible for artificial teeth. However, the other benefit is their ease of use. You can simply snap them in or out at will and the magnetism will keep them flush against your gums at all times. Plus, with no metal clasps, you can rest assured no one will know they’re not the real thing.
So if you’re missing teeth toward the front and think that means you can’t have dentures, think again. You may be a perfect candidate for implant supported partial dentures.
Although there are still many alternatives available, implant supported dentures are largely considered to be the best option out there. They provide all the benefits of normal dentures with a number of advantages wearers all seem to agree put them a cut above.
Implant supported dentures are the natural extension of the more traditional version. In the past, dentures have been held in with some type of adhesive – either a tape-like-strip or some type of glue or a paste. That’s a lot of confidence to put into such a material. As such, many wearers never felt comfortable using their full range of motion. Food could easily get in between the dentures and the gums, too, causing discomfort and potential embarrassment. All these factors and more practically defeated the purpose.
So in place of these adhesives were put surgical implants. Actual metal was inserted into the wearers jaw to ensure dentures stayed attached, securely, whenever they were worn. The open palate design simply meant there was no unnecessary middle rubbing up against the roof of the mouth.
There are two types of open palate implant supported dentures: those retained with balls and those with bars. Being that they’re both held in with an implant, it really comes down to a personal preference over which one is superior.
The ball-retained dentures (also known as Stud-Attachment Dentures) function with a ball and socket design in order to hold them in the wearer’s mouth. To that end, the implant has sockets and the dentures have balls. When the balls and sockets meet, the dentures snap in place.
With a bar-retained open palate implant support denture, the mechanism is much the same and the result is exact. Implants in this scenario span the jaw and allow a metal bar to run along the inside of it. The dentures themselves have clips that attach to that bar when they’re being worn.
Again, the difference is largely up to the wearer to decide or the dentist to recommend. The finished product, however, is unrivaled security for the wearer. It’s impossible for these dentures to slip and, because they’re held in by metal, there’s virtually no chance of the attachment mechanism breaking.
When you add to this the open palate that provides an even more realistic look and unencumbered feel, it’s hard to beat open palate implant supported dentures. Best of all, the wearer feels more comfortable with them in, meaning they won’t have to hold back from talking, laughing, yawning, eating, etc.
Dental Implant Supported Dentures
Dental Implant Supported Denture
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So many people with overdentures have to adopt new ways of speaking, eating, laughing and even yawning. All this is done in an attempt to keep their dentures in place at all times. Of course, accidents can happen. Small pieces of food, for example, can wedge themselves between dentures and gums, slowly agitating the area, irritating the wearer and even damaging the false teeth. Clicking noises are often the result of dentures sporadically coming lose. Fortunately, these days, there are dental implant supported dentures: a simple technique that mimics the real way teeth stay in place have the exact same effect.
Dentists start by drilling metal (usually titanium) implants into the wearer’s jawbone, right through their gums. Just the tiniest amount of metal is left exposed because the tip has an attachment mechanism. This mechanism will attach to the dentures when the wearer puts them in. The finished product copies how your real teeth are rooted into your mouth and the results are much the same.
With metal implants holding them in place, overdentures aren’t going anywhere. Food won’t be able to find its way under them because they’re held flat against the mouth. There’s no clicking to be had because they’re anchored right in place. Overall, the wearer gets a much better experience, especially where their confidence is concerned. Knowing their teeth aren’t going anywhere, they can participate fully in life without letting anxiety hold them back. Dentures are supposed to make life easier and the wearer more confident. So if your overdentures are just giving you one more thing to worry about, it might be time to consider dental implants. They’ll hold your dentures in place so you can focus on what’s important.
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Full Dentures
Full dentures are ideal for patients missing all their natural teeth in the upper or lower jaw. They offer a complete smile makeover and restore the ability to chew and speak effectively. At Shine Dental Associates, we create full dentures with a natural look and feel, ensuring they match your facial structure and aesthetic preferences.
- Upper Dentures: Designed to replace all teeth in the upper jaw, these dentures cover the palate and provide stability.
- Lower Dentures: Crafted for the lower jaw, these dentures are shaped to rest comfortably on your gums and stay in place.
With our on-site lab, we ensure that full dentures are custom-fitted quickly, giving you a beautiful smile in less time.
Partial Dentures
If you’re missing only a few teeth, partial dentures may be the best option. These are designed to fill the gaps left by missing teeth while preserving your remaining natural teeth. Our partial dentures are made with precision to blend seamlessly with your existing teeth, giving you a natural look.
Partial dentures also help maintain your mouth’s structure by preventing your remaining teeth from shifting. At Shine Dental Associates, we ensure your partial dentures are a perfect fit, offering comfort and durability.
Implant-Supported Dentures
Implant-supported dentures are an excellent choice for those seeking more stability and a long-lasting solution. These dentures are anchored to dental implants, providing superior support and preventing slippage. This option combines the best of both worlds—offering dentures’ aesthetics with dental implants’ security.
- Full-arch implants are ideal for patients who want to replace all teeth in one or both arches with a more permanent solution.
- Partial Implants: This option provides a secure alternative to traditional partial dentures for those with fewer missing teeth.
Our on-site lab lets us craft and adjust implant-supported dentures quickly and efficiently so you can enjoy a stable, confident smile sooner.
Immediate Dentures
Do you need dentures right after a tooth extraction? Immediate dentures are custom-made to be placed the same day your teeth are removed, allowing you to leave our office with a full smile without waiting for your gums to heal. As your gums heal, we can adjust and reline your immediate dentures to ensure a proper fit over time.
Our on-site lab makes this process convenient and fast, allowing for same-day service and quick adjustments.
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