Despite often being associated with the elderly, young people wearing dentures is more common than you may think. Whether due to sports injuries, tooth decay, or medical conditions, more and more young people between the ages of 20 and 35 are opting for dentures as a solution to tooth loss. And why shouldn’t they? Modern
Learning to speak with dentures may be one of the biggest challenges faced by those getting used to dentures. Luckily, this process only takes a few days and once you’re used to speaking with dentures, you’ll be back to speaking confidently in no time. To help make this transition to new dentures easier for you,
Modern dentures are built to last, but they’re not indestructible. Dentures are made out of a durable acrylic material that, although strong, is still susceptible to cracks and damage. Even a seemingly minor drop onto a hard surface, such as porcelain sinks or tiled floors, or even biting into hard foods can damage or crack
No matter how well you take care of your teeth, unexpected tooth loss can happen to anyone. Thankfully, it’s not something you’ll be forced to live with and nowadays there are plenty of options for replacing missing teeth. Implant-supported dentures are just one option and can be just what you need to help restore your
Roughly 5 million teeth a year are lost every year while playing sports, costing athletes millions in dental fees. As helpful as protective gear like helmets, pads, and the right shoes can be when playing sports, protecting your teeth is just as important. Sports guards are incredible pieces of gear designed to protect the teeth
It’s perfectly normal for small gaps to form between your dentures and your gums as the shape of your mouth changes after having dentures fitted. As minor as they may seem these small gaps are excellent at trapping food particles between your dentures and your gums and, over time, can expand to the point where
For better or for worse, dentures can change your appearance. If you want to ensure that your dentures change your look for the better, you’re going to want to go for natural-looking dentures. But what makes dentures look natural? What makes them look fake? For starters, all good dentures, whether they’re full or partial, should
Replacing missing teeth is about more than just maintaining your appearance, it’s about preserving your oral health and avoiding future health concerns. As one of the most popular solutions to missing teeth, dental implants allow you to restore your smile while enjoying the same conveniences and comforts of natural teeth. They are, however, one of
If you’re thinking about or are in the process of getting complete dentures, your dentist or denturist might recommend fitting immediate dentures right after any remaining teeth are extracted. Since full dentures require the gums to be fully healed, immediate dentures typically serve as a temporary solution while you wait for your mouth to fully