Dentures in [city], [st]

Replace Missing Teeth With a Smile Made for You

Missing teeth can make it difficult to eat, speak and smile comfortably. Custom dentures from [practice_name] can restore the appearance and function of your smile while supporting your lips and cheeks.

Dr. Joseph Kayne and Dr. John Wilson have completed approximately 6,000 combined full and partial denture cases. They provide traditional dentures, partial dentures, immediate dentures and implant-supported options based on each patient's oral health, needs and goals.

Call [practice_name] at [phone] to schedule a denture consultation in [city].

Types of Dentures Available

Dentures are removable dental prosthetics designed to replace multiple missing teeth or a complete arch of teeth. Your options depend on how many teeth are missing, the condition of your remaining teeth, your jawbone and the amount of stability you want.

Full Dentures

A full or complete denture replaces all the teeth in the upper arch, lower arch or both. The denture rests on the gums and is custom-designed to support your facial appearance, speech and ability to chew.

Traditional full dentures are generally made after the remaining teeth have been removed and the tissues have healed.

Partial Dentures

A partial denture replaces several missing teeth while preserving healthy natural teeth. It fills the open spaces and uses clasps or other connectors for support.

Partial dentures can restore chewing function and help prevent remaining teeth from shifting into the empty spaces.

Immediate or Same-Day Dentures

An immediate denture is prepared before tooth removal and placed on the same day the teeth are extracted. This option allows you to leave the office with replacement teeth rather than waiting through the initial healing period without them.

Your gums and jawbone will change as they heal, so an immediate denture commonly requires adjustments, relining or eventual replacement. Your dentist will determine whether same-day dentures are appropriate for your situation.

Implant-Supported and Snap-In Dentures

Implant-supported dentures attach to dental implants placed in the jawbone. Depending on the design, the denture may snap onto implant attachments for improved stability.

Implants can help reduce slipping and movement while making it easier to chew and speak with confidence. Dr. Kayne and Dr. Wilson place and restore dental implants at [practice_name]. Together, they have completed more than 900 implant-supported or snap-in denture cases.

Extensive Experience With Dentures

Dr. Kayne has practiced dentistry since 2010 and has completed approximately 1,500 full denture cases and 1,000 partial denture cases. He has also completed approximately 600 implant-supported or snap-in denture cases and 100 hours of continuing education in dentures, prosthodontics and full-mouth rehabilitation.

Dr. Wilson has practiced dentistry since 2011 and has completed approximately 2,000 full denture cases and 1,500 partial denture cases. His experience also includes more than 300 implant-supported or snap-in denture cases.

Both dentists provide comprehensive treatment for patients who have lost multiple teeth, need extensive dental work or want a second opinion about their tooth-replacement options.

Benefits of Replacing Missing Teeth

Dentures can help:

• Restore the appearance of your smile
• Improve your ability to chew a wider range of foods
• Support clearer speech after the adjustment period
• Provide support for the lips and cheeks
• Replace several or all missing teeth with one prosthetic
• Prevent remaining teeth from shifting when a partial denture is used
• Improve stability with implant-supported options

The results depend on the type of denture, the condition of your mouth and your ability to adapt to and maintain the prosthetic. Your dentist will explain what you can realistically expect from each option.

What to Expect During the Denture Process

Examination and Treatment Planning

Your dentist will examine your teeth, gums, bite and jawbone. Digital imaging may be used when evaluating remaining teeth or planning dental implant treatment.

You will discuss which teeth can be preserved, whether any extractions are required and whether a full, partial, immediate or implant-supported denture best meets your needs.

Impressions and Bite Measurements

Detailed impressions or digital records are used to capture the shape of your mouth. Bite measurements help establish how your upper and lower teeth should meet.

The size, shape, position and shade of the replacement teeth can be selected to complement your face and create a natural-looking smile.

Try-In and Final Denture

Depending on the type of denture, a try-in may be used to evaluate the appearance, bite and tooth arrangement before the final prosthetic is completed.

At delivery, your dentist will check the fit and make adjustments. Follow-up visits are important because minor pressure points or sore areas can develop as you begin wearing a new denture.

Adjusting to New Dentures

New dentures require an adjustment period. You may initially notice increased saliva, mild gum tenderness, changes in speech or difficulty with certain foods. These concerns often improve as the muscles of your cheeks and tongue become accustomed to the denture.

The following steps may make the transition easier:

• Begin with soft foods cut into small pieces.
• Chew slowly and use both sides of your mouth.
• Add firmer foods gradually as you become comfortable.
• Practice reading aloud to become accustomed to speaking with the denture.
• Follow your dentist's instructions for using denture adhesive.
• Contact the office rather than attempting to adjust the denture yourself.

Persistent pain, looseness or difficulty eating should be evaluated. A denture should not cause ongoing sores or require excessive adhesive to remain in place.

Dentures vs. Dental Implants

Traditional dentures are removable and do not require implant surgery. They may be appropriate for patients who want to replace several or all missing teeth with a more straightforward treatment.

Dental implants can support a denture and provide greater stability. They may reduce movement while eating or speaking, but treatment requires sufficient bone, appropriate health, a surgical procedure and additional healing time.

The phrase "permanent dentures" is often used when referring to implant-supported teeth. However, some implant dentures remain removable, while other implant restorations are fixed in place. Dr. Kayne or Dr. Wilson can explain which options are available and appropriate for your mouth.

Caring for Your Dentures

Proper care helps keep your denture clean and protects the tissues underneath it.

• Rinse your denture after eating to remove loose food.
• Brush it daily with a soft denture brush and nonabrasive denture cleaner.
• Do not use regular toothpaste, which may scratch the material.
• Clean your gums, tongue, cheeks and the roof of your mouth each day.
• Remove your denture at night unless your dentist instructs otherwise.
• Keep the denture moist in water or an approved soaking solution when it is not being worn.
• Rinse the denture thoroughly before returning it to your mouth.
• Continue regular dental examinations even if you no longer have natural teeth.

Your mouth and jawbone naturally change over time. Periodic adjustments, relining or replacement may be needed to maintain a comfortable fit.

Schedule a Denture Consultation in [city]

Whether you need to replace several teeth or restore an entire smile, Dr. Kayne and Dr. Wilson can help you compare traditional, partial, immediate and implant-supported dentures.

With approximately 6,000 combined full and partial denture cases and more than 900 implant-supported or snap-in denture cases, they bring extensive experience to complex tooth-replacement treatment.

Call [practice_name] at [phone] to schedule your consultation.