Smile More with Dentures in Arcadia

If you have missing teeth and have been contemplating dentures, Dr. Canzoneri can help you decide if this is the best tooth replacement option for you and what kinds of dentures you should have. Dentures in Arcadia will not only give you back your smile, but you’ll also find that food tastes better and is easier to chew. In addition, you’ll have the confidence to speak, because dentures restore the ability to enunciate letters and sounds. Read on to find out about the different denture options available to you.

Arcadia Partial Dentures

If you are missing just a couple of teeth—and these don’t even need to be consecutive—then Dr. Canzoneri will likely recommend a partial denture. This natural looking prosthesis is designed to fit smoothly between healthy teeth. Discreet clips or brackets comfortably attach to nearby teeth in order to hold the partial in place.

Full Dentures

For patients who are missing all of their teeth along the upper or lower arch, a full denture can be the most economical choice. Dentures have been around for hundreds of years, but today’s materials and manufacturing techniques make them better looking and so much more comfortable than their predecessors. Each denture consists of false teeth that are attached to a gum-colored base. Dr. Canzoneri will make sure the base fits evenly over your gums in order to reduce the risk of irritation. Although full dentures are designed to be held in place with suction and oral muscle strength, you may also want to use denture adhesive for a more solid grip.

Implant-Supported Dentures and Partials

For the utmost in denture security, there are implant-supported dentures. These rely on small dental implants that are surgically positioned in your jawbone. Whether you are a candidate for a partial or full dentures, implants ensure that your prosthetic is firmly held in place so you never have to worry about a denture clicking, slipping or even falling out of your mouth when your speak.

Caring for Your Dentures

Your dentures require hygiene that is similar to the routine performed on your natural teeth. You’ll want to invest in a special denture brush, which has ultra-soft bristles that will not scratch the base or false teeth of your denture. Likewise, ordinary toothpaste has abrasives that can scratch, too. Be sure to use a denture cleaner that is approved by the American Dental Association. Finally, never let dentures dry or remain in the sun and heat; both can cause dentures to warp. When not in your mouth for an extended period of time, such as when you are sleeping, soak your dentures in water or a cleaning solution. With proper care, dentures can last for 10 years or more before replacement is necessary.

Contact Our Office Today

If you’re ready to replace missing teeth with dentures, then call the office of Dr. Canzoneri. We can help you select the type of denture that is best for your smile.