Full Dentures & Partial Dentures in Stockbridge

What Are Dentures?

You don’t often realize how important your teeth are to your health and self-confidence until you start losing teeth. Whether your tooth loss is related to an accident, age or some other cause, you can restore your smile, health and confidence with dentures. Affordable quality dentures have many benefits, and our dentists are always ready to discuss if they’ll work for you. Don’t suffer from embarrassing tooth loss any longer, call our office now to find out about dentures in Stockbridge.

What Denture Options Are Available?

Your dentist will review many denture types with you, but here’s an overview of some of the options you may discuss.

Partials

If you have a few missing teeth, your dentist may recommend a partial denture. This denture only replaces a few missing teeth. The most common type of partial is anchored to your healthy, adjacent teeth with a clasp, although implant-supported partials are sometimes also recommended.

Partials are made out of many different materials, including metal. This metal framework is usually covered in flesh-colored plastic but uses metal wire to hook around adjacent teeth. These dentures tend to be rigid and sturdy. You may also consider flexible partial dentures that use a pliable framework and gum-colored clasps. Since the framework is flexible, it adjusts comfortable to fit your mouth as you talk and eat.

Full or Complete Dentures

Complete dentures replace all of your teeth, upper or lower, and sit directly on top of your gums. Implant-supported dentures also work nicely for complete coverage.

What Are the Steps for Getting Dentures?

Getting affordable quality dentures may take several weeks from start to finish. First, your gums and teeth need to be ready to support a denture, so you may need a few procedures to prepare your mouth. Next, your dentist makes impressions of your mouth that are used to make denture samples. Once you find the sample that fits you best, your final denture is made. You’ll likely need a few minor adjustments to your final denture, and your dentist can make those in the office while you wait.

What Are the Costs Associated with Dentures?

Just as your denture is customized for you, denture prices are also individualized. Factors influencing denture prices include the amount of necessary pre-treatment and the type of materials and denture you choose. Your dentist will review potential costs and options with you so you always know what your dentures will cost.

Why Choose a Soft Reline for Dentures?

Your mouth is constantly changing which can sometimes lead to an ill-fitting denture. You can fix this issue by having your dentist perform a soft denture reline. With this procedure, a cushioning polymer is injected into the framework of your denture, giving it depth and a better fit. This allows you to keep your current denture longer.

Our dentists are here to help you find the right solution for your missing teeth. Whether the right fit for you is a new denture or something else, call us today so we can help you find a healthy, confidence-restoring answer to your tooth loss.