Are your teeth constantly aching? Do you hesitate before biting into hard food? Not happy with the way your smile looks? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then it might be time to look into investing in a set of dentures. One of the most common misconceptions people have about dentures is
When it comes to replacing missing teeth, it’s perfectly natural to be concerned about the cost. Custom-made dentures are a great alternative to dental implants or other more costly tooth replacement options, but that’s really where you should draw the line. Although cheap, off-the-shelf dentures may seem like a great way to save some money,
Whether due to dental procedures, injury or gum disease, tooth loss in adults is more common than you may think. While you may think that the worst part about losing a tooth is the gap it leaves in your smile, the consequences can be far worse. Whatever the reason for your tooth loss, it’s important
Also known as an acrylic removable partial denture, a flipper tooth is a removable retainer containing one or more prosthetic teeth. Flipper teeth fit along the roof of your mouth or on your lower jaw to recreate the appearance of a full set of teeth where natural teeth are missing. If you’re missing one or
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,
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
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