Dentures – Melbourne, FL

Missing teeth can detract from your life in several ways. You rely on a complete set to perform basic functions like chewing your food and enunciating words to communicate. Not only that, but you might feel so self-conscious about the spaces in your smile that you avoid spending time with others.

Fortunately, Dr. Rose offers a reliable way to rebuild your grin with dentures. Regardless of how many natural teeth you have remaining, our team can provide a comfortable, customized prosthetic to replace them. Continue reading to learn more about these restorations, and feel free to contact us for additional information.  

Who is a Good Candidate for Dentures?

Potentially, anyone who has lost one or more adult teeth can benefit from dentures, but that doesn’t mean they’re the best solution for every circumstance. You must consult Dr. Rose to ensure you’re a good candidate before proceeding.

She’ll examine your mouth to ensure no pre-existing issues, like gum disease or tooth decay, interfere with your new teeth. Dentures rely on a firm suction with the connective tissues over the bony ridges in your mouth to remain in place. If she finds signs of periodontal problems, she’ll work with you to address them so that you can move forward.

Types of Dentures

Dentures are incredibly versatile and are customized at every stage of their creation to your unique needs. After Dr. Rose confirms that this is the best treatment option for you, she’ll recommend an appropriate type from one of the following options:

Partial Dentures

These are ideal for patients who have lost multiple teeth sporadically throughout their mouths. They contain the correct number of pontics (teeth) set in an acrylic base that includes metal clips that anchor to healthy teeth in your mouth.

Full Dentures

These prosthetics are the tried-and-true solution for rebuilding entire arches. They’re made with lifelike materials, like an acrylic, gum-colored foundation and durable porcelain pontics. These dentures form a tight bond against your gum tissues to stay put.

Implant Dentures

If you struggle with poorly fitting dentures or are seeking a more permanent solution than removable prosthetics, you might be a good fit for implant dentures. This involves placing four to eight titanium rods in your jaw. These eventually fuse with the bone, then are capped with specially designed dentures that aren’t intended to be taken out.

The Benefits of Dentures

There are several advantages of choosing dentures to replace your missing teeth in Melbourne, including:

• Boosted confidence. You’ll look and feel like your best self with a lifelike restoration that is customized to resemble your natural teeth.
• Restored bite force. You can eat a wider variety of wholesome foods to support your health without gaps in your grin that make chewing a challenge.
• Enunciate clearly. Missing teeth can cause changes in your speech patterns like a lisp or a slur, which can be overcome once you acclimate to your dentures.
• Cost-effective. This treatment tends to be less expensive than alternatives like dental implants and bridges.
• Easy to maintain. Caring for your prosthetics is as easy as removing them twice daily to thoroughly brush and floss them, as well as your gums and any remaining teeth.