Dentures are artificial teeth made to replace lost or removed natural teeth. You can either get full or partial dentures. This means the dentures can replace all your teeth or a few missing teeth on the top or bottom gum line. Here are the steps you should expect when getting dentures.
Dental Examination
When you visit your dentist to get dentures, they will first determine the state of your oral health. The dentist will look for signs of tooth decay, infection, and previous treatments that can prevent the denture process.
The dentist may perform X-rays to look for unforeseen issues with the underlying bones. During this stage, your dentist may recommend the extraction of severely decayed teeth. They may also recommend the removal of excess flabby tissue to allow the denture to fit correctly.
Making Dentures
During the second visit to the dentist, they will make a mold or cast of your upper and lower gums. This gives the laboratory a good impression of the gums to help them design your dentures.
Your dentist will recommend you get temporary dentures as you wait for the permanent ones. Finally, the dentist will discuss with you other features of permanent dentures, such as the shape, size, and shade of the new teeth. For the denture to be a perfect fit, the dentist must ensure a proper alignment between the upper and lower teeth.
Fitting the Dentures
After completing the dentures, the dentist will invite you for a trial. The dentist will determine whether the dentures fit without problems and if you can use them without pain. They will make adjustments to the dentures to ensure you are comfortable.
Adapting to wearing dentures takes time. You should expect to take some time to learn how to eat and speak with dentures. Eventually, your dentures will have the same function as your regular teeth.
Maintenance of Dentures
After you get your dentures, your dentist will instruct you to observe proper oral hygiene. Remember, this doesn't involve brushing with ordinary toothpaste. Your dentist will recommend a specific toothbrush and cleaning solution to ensure you don't damage the material of the dentures.
Additionally, you will be instructed to soak the dentures in the liquid solution every night when you go to sleep. There are different types of dentures; therefore, cleaning and maintenance procedures will vary.
In Closing
Your dentist may recommend dentures if you have missing or severely damaged teeth. Like ordinary teeth, make sure you observe oral hygiene. Avoid staining foods and drinks, clean the dentures daily, and visit the dentist regularly for checkups.
Share28 November 2022
Halloween is a holiday that my children love, and telling them they can't go door-to-door collecting candy would break their hearts. This led me to allowing them to collect candy on the holiday, then rationing it out to them every day instead of letting them gobble it up in just a few days. I always thought this was better for them, but my dentist told me this could be the reason why their February dental check-ups were always their worst ones. Daily candy consumption was taking a toll on their teeth. I started a new tradition of letting them indulge for two days, then giving them the option to swap the rest with me in exchange for a new toy. They never pass on the opportunity for a new toy. I created this blog to encourage other parents find similar tactics to keep their children's teeth healthy after Halloween.