Chicago Dentures & Partial Dentures - Dental Care Chicago
Sometimes teeth or the surrounding gum tissue must be removed, and in this case, dentures may be used to closely resemble your natural teeth and to restore your smile. Dentures are hardy and will last many years, however, they may have to be repaired or remade due to normal wear and tear.
Reasons to consider dentures by Dr. Bagai, Chicago Cosmetic Dentist:
- Loss of all teeth in an arch.
- Loss of several teeth in an arch.
- Enhancing smile and facial tissues.
- Improving chewing, speech, and digestion.
Types of dentures by Dr. Bagai, Chicago Cosmetic Dentist:
Partial Denture - fills the spaces created by missing teeth and prevents other teeth from moving
Complete denture - when all the teeth in an arch are missing or removed
Conventional - the permanent denture which is made after the teeth are removed and the gum tissue has healed, generally takes 4-6 weeks to complete
Immediate - a temporary denture made in advance of the tooth removal process and is immediately placed after the teeth are removed while the conventional denture is being manufactured
What to expect from the process of getting dentures:
In general, the process of having dentures made requires several appointments over the course of a number of weeks. To begin, highly precise impressions, or molds, are taken in order to create a custom denture. Several trial appointments are made to ensure that you are satisfied with the color, shape, and fit of your new denture. During the final appointment, your Chicago cosmetic dentist will precisely place the completed denture, ensuring a natural and comfortable fit.
By maintaining good oral hygiene, proper cleaning of your dental appliance and regular visits to your Chicago cosmetic dentist, you will protect your new dentures and your oral health. Please note that increased saliva flow, soreness, and difficulties with speech and chewing are normal initially, and these difficulties should decline over time as your tissues adjust to the new dentures.