What Are Dentures?

Dentures are natural-looking replacement teeth that are removable. There are two types of dentures: full and partial.

Full Dentures

Full Dentures are given to patients when all of the natural teeth have been removed. Conventional full dentures are placed after the gum tissue has healed, which can take several months. Immediate full dentures are placed immediately after the teeth have been removed and may require frequent adjustments during the first couple of months of use.

Partial Dentures

Partial Dentures consist of fake teeth attached to either an acrylic (gum color) base or a metal frame that fits in between your natural teeth and are used to fill in where permanent teeth have been removed. Partial dentures are considered a removable alternative to bridges.

Are Dentures Right for You?

Dentures and partials are other avenues to replace multiple missing teeth. They are created by taking careful measurements and analyses of the existing tissue and facial contour. The result of this process will leave you with a natural smile and a boost of confidence. If implants are placed, the denture or partial will be stable and secure enough to function like real teeth.

If you’re interested in learning more, please schedule an appointment to get your dentures in Sharpsville, PA. Our team is always available to answer any questions you might have and will help you determine the best treatment plans for your continued dental health. You can also get dentures conveniently in these nearby locations, such as New Castle PA, Neshannock PA, Howland OH, Canfield OH Sharon PA, Hermitage PA, West Middlesex PA, Farrell PA, Greenville PA, Brookfield OH, Hubbard OH, Niles OH, Youngstown OH, Boardman OH and the rest of the Shenango Valley and Mahoning Valley.

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Bridges

A bridge is one of a few options available to fill space formed by one or multiple missing teeth. The teeth adjacent to the space (gap) are covered by crowns that are connected to form a bridge to fill the void. The result is a full smile and bite that looks good and functions naturally.

Not only do bridges fill in gaps in your smile, but they also help preserve the shape of your face, and alleviate stress on your bite. There are a multitude of materials that we can use to craft your unique bridge, including gold, alloys, porcelain or a combination of these. It is then bonded to your surrounding teeth.

The success of any bridge depends on its foundation — the other teeth, gums, or bone it is attached to. Thus, it is very important to keep your mouth healthy and your teeth and bones strong.