Missing Teeth

Partial dentures are a plate with several artificial teeth upon them. It can be entirely plastic or a combination of metal and plastic. Clips (clasps) may be used on either type to keep the denture in place.

A few of these clips may be visible when you grin or open your mouth, based on the location they have been affixed on.

Over a series of sessions, an imprint and accurate mouth specifications are obtained and handed over to a dental technician, who will create customised dentures to the precise shape and size. Then the dentist will fit the denture in your mouth and makes sure it fits well, looks aesthetically pleasing, you can bite and eat comfortably with it.

One factor is your facial aesthetics. Another factor is that the space left by a missing tooth might result in increased strain on the adjacent teeth.

Since the teeth close to the gap might lean into the gap and change how the upper and lower teeth bite around each other, a gap can also indicate that your “bite” is compromised. This might result in food becoming jammed into the space, causing rotting and periodontal diseases. Replacing missing teeth can therefore improve your eating habits.

Brush, soak, brush is the cardinal rule. First, cleanse your dentures in a basin of water as a habit. Brush your dentures ahead of immersing them to eliminate any food particles. You can use a denture-cleaning agent that can aid in the cleanup of difficult stains and will keep your denture looking cleaner. Next, clean the dentures just like you would your natural teeth, mindful not to brush too forcefully as this could leave surface scratches. Ensure to cleanse all denture surfaces, particularly the surface that comes into touch with the gums.

Dentists advise that you remove your dentures at night to allow your mouth to relax. In addition, it is recommended to keep your dentures in water after cleaning them to avoid warping or breaking.

Yes, can happen on occasion. It depends on several factors such as the amount of bone present and the presence of supporting teeth. Implants can be employed to hold dentures in position in some circumstances.