Comfortable Dentures for a Confident Smile
Restore your smile, support your bite and feel more confident with custom denture care at Dentist on Paxton.
Comfortable Dentures for a Confident Smile
Restore your smile, support your bite and feel more confident with custom denture care at Dentist on Paxton.
What is a denture?
Removable appliances that replace missing teeth and restore the appearance and function of your smile. They can be full or partial, depending on the number of teeth you need to replace. Dentures are designed to fit comfortably and securely, helping you eat, speak, and smile confidently again.
Whether you are missing one tooth, several teeth or a full arch, dentures can help improve the way you eat, speak and smile
Wondering how dentures can restore your smile and help you regain confidence?
How do dentures work?
Conventional Dentures
Conventional dentures are custom-made after the teeth have been removed to ensure the perfect fit. They are typically placed 8-12 weeks after the teeth have been removed, with the benefit of them fitting well straight away.
Immediate Dentures
Immediate dentures are made and placed immediately after your teeth are removed. The benefit here is that you don’t spend any time without teeth, however, the downside is that they will need to be adjusted and refitted regularly as your gums heal and change shape in the months following your teeth removal.
Dentures take time and preparation to get in place, but the massive benefits to your health and confidence are worth every second. If you are missing multiple teeth or need to have multiple teeth extracted due to disease or decay, your dentist will talk to you about the benefits of dentures. Dentures are metal, acrylic, or made from a plate designed to fit over the bone and soft tissues of your jaw. Ceramic or acrylic false teeth are attached to the plate, matching any remaining teeth to create a natural look. Depending on whether you get conventional or immediate, and full or partial, your exact treatment plan timeline will look a little different. However, once they are placed and fitted, there will be an adjustment period as you get used to wearing them while speaking, eating, and drinking.
Advantages of dentures
Restore Your Smile
Dentures completely restore your smile with natural-looking teeth, for total confidence in your appearance.
Full Functionality
Dentures work exactly like natural teeth. You’ll be able to eat, drink, and talk like normal.
Maintain facial structure
Losing teeth can cause the facial muscles to sag noticeably over time. By getting dentures, they will keep those muscles in place and maintain your appearance.
Are dentures the right treatment for me? Dentures are a great treatment for many people who have lost several, or all of their teeth. They will replace your natural smile and confidence, and maintain your cheek muscles and facial structure (which can be affected by missing teeth over time).
What to expect from your dentures appointment
Each denture treatment will vary depending on your circumstances, but here is the general process if you are receiving full dentures. For more information on the process for getting dentures and what approach is best for you, get in touch with our friendly team.
1. Following tooth extraction, your dentist will place immediate dentures onto your gums so you have teeth during the healing process.
2. Once your gums have healed and settled, your dentist will take impressions to have custom dentures made for your mouth
3. Immediate dentures will typically fit well but not perfectly and will need readjustment as your gums heal over the coming weeks and months
4. The custom dentures will take a few weeks to create
5. You will return to your dentist to have the conventional dentures put in place, and your dentist will work to make sure they are fitted well and will not cause rubbing.
6. You will have an adjustment period where you get used to wearing dentures day and night as you eat, drink, talk, and sleep.
7. You may return to your dentist during this time to have the dentures adjusted further for a better fit.
8. Over time, your dentist will keep an eye on the health of your gums and the condition of your dentures, and you will need to maintain good oral hygiene to take care of both.
At Dentist on Paxton, your care is supported by a friendly and experienced team of dentists, hygienists and clinical support staff who work together to make every visit feel calm, clear and comfortable.
From your first conversation at the front desk to your consultation in the chair, the team takes the time to understand your concerns, explain your options and guide you through each stage of treatment. Whether you are exploring clear aligners, braces, retainers or support for jaw discomfort and teeth grinding, your care is planned around your smile, your bite and your long-term oral health.
Frequently Asked Questions
The cost of dentures depends on several factors. Apart from insurance coverage and the level of customisation, this price varies greatly depending on how it's made.
Give our friendly team a call today for more information.
Yes, absolutely! Partial dentures will restore full functionality to your mouth, so you will be able to eat and drink normally. There will be an adjustment period where you get used to your dentures, but they will soon become the norm.
The best dentures to get depend on your specific situation. If you have lost all of your teeth, you will likely be best getting a full set of dentures, and your dentist may recommend having an immediate set placed, followed by a conventional set.
If you have lost several teeth but still have some healthy teeth, your dentist may recommend a partial set of dentures. However if you have lost your teeth to periodontal disease or another issue that may affect the rest of your teeth, your dentist may suggest extracting your remaining teeth that are unlikely to last, and getting a full set of dentures.
It all depends on your current and likely future oral health, so your dentist will be the best person to guide you through the options.
Yes, it is possible to get immediate dentures in one day. However, immediate dentures are not custom-made for your mouth, which means that they won’t typically fit as well and will need multiple adjustments.
Immediate dentures are typically used as a short-term solution while you wait to get conventional dentures, which are custom-made for your mouth.
Partial dentures typically last between 10 and 15 years with good care. This means cleaning them, looking after your gums, eating a healthy diet, and attending regular dental visits.
However over time, dentures can wear down, and the shape of your mouth and gums can change enough that you will need to have your partial denture replaced.
Regular appointments with your dentist will help you keep an eye on the situation and keep you informed about how well the denture is lasting.