Full & Partial Dentures for Missing Teeth
Losing one or more teeth can affect more than the appearance of your smile. Missing teeth may leave some patients feeling self-conscious about their appearance and can also contribute to oral health concerns, including changes to the jawbone and an increased risk of problems affecting the remaining teeth and gums. Tooth loss can also make it more difficult to enjoy certain foods, affect the way you speak, and change the overall appearance and function of your smile.
If you are missing most or all of your teeth, or are at risk of widespread tooth loss, full or partial dentures may provide an effective way to restore your smile. Partial dentures are generally designed for patients who still have healthy natural teeth that can be preserved. They fill the spaces left by missing teeth while using the remaining teeth and structures of the mouth for support and stability.
Full dentures, on the other hand, are designed to replace an entire arch of missing teeth. When teeth remain but cannot be preserved, they may need to be removed before a full denture can be placed. Both full and partial dentures are customized to fit the individual patient, helping restore function and create a complete, natural-looking smile.
As a Greenville, South Carolina native and fourth-generation dentist, Dr. Preston Hamrick is proud to continue his family’s tradition of serving the community. He takes the time to develop personal relationships with his patients, understand their individual needs and goals, and recommend treatment options suited to their oral health.
Read on to learn more about dentures and how they can restore the appearance and function of your smile. To schedule a denture consultation or learn more about our dental services, call Heritage Dentistry today at 864.292.5125.
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Denture Process
Implant supported dentures are a popular option for individuals who are missing a tooth or teeth. There are several reasons why implant supported dentures are so popular, which include the following:
- Provides the same type of stability and support as a natural tooth/tooth
- Anchored directly to your jawbone, just like natural teeth
- Long lasting solution provided proper self-care is taken
- Restored ability to eat all kinds of food
- Improved ability to enunciate and speak without impedance
- Stimulates your jawbone like your natural tooth would, which prevents loss of jawbone
- Will not shift like traditional dentures
- Maintains the strength and shape of your jaw
- Adjustments are not necessary, which will save you time and money
- Alleviates stresses to the jaw that cause pain and/or limited mobility
- Restores the natural look and feel of your full smile
Caring for Your Dentures
Because they do not function like natural teeth, which are held in place by dental adhesive and suction, it can take some time to get used to wearing dentures. As such, we often encourage our patients who are new to dentures to practice eating with them at home to learn how to comfortably chew and bite food. Although every patient will have a slightly different experience, most of our patients become used to their dentures within or under one month.
To preserve the longevity of your denture and avoid developing oral health issues, it is important to clean your dentures (partial or full) daily with a denture brush and cleaning paste designed for dentures. It is also important to store your dentures in water while sleeping in order to prevent them from warping or drying out. It is also important to clean your mouth daily, being careful to brush the tongue, gums, and any other areas where bacteria and plaque can accumulate to keep your mouth feeling fresh and reduce your risk of developing oral lesions and bacterial infections.
In addition to following good self-care, we also encourage our clients to schedule regular dental cleanings at least every six months to ensure the health and sustained brightness of your smile. In addition to providing a professional cleaning, these visits are also an opportunity for Dr. Preston Hamrick to evaluate your overall oral health and evaluate the fit of your denture to ensure it is still fitting properly.
Learn about our other options, including Full Mouth Dental Implants, at your next appointment. Schedule a consultation and smile with confidence again.
Cost of Dentures
The total cost of treatment will depend on whether additional procedures such as tooth extraction or treatment of periodontal disease are necessary prior to taking impressions and making your dentures.
For patients with dental insurance, it is important to be aware that dentures are usually covered (at least in part) under insurance plans, but every plan is different. Our staff is happy to review your coverage to determine whether your plan does cover this procedure and ensure you maximize your benefits and have minimal out-of-pocket expenses.
If you are a patient at our practice and do not have dental insurance, consider joining our membership club. Because we value your loyalty, we have launched this club to help save you money on treatment and simplify payments for preventative care. We offer three levels of membership: child, adult, and perio membership. Professional dental cleanings, doctor exams, necessary X-rays, and a 5% discount on all other treatment (some exclusions apply) are included in all membership packages.
You can sign up today and start saving money on treatment online at https://heritage-dentistry.illumitrac.com/ or call us at (864) 292-5125.
For your convenience, we accept all forms of credit and debit cards, including Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express.
Fall in Love with Your Smile Again
At Heritage Dentistry in Greenville, South Carolina, we are committed to providing exceptional, relationship-based dental care tailored to your individual needs. With a comprehensive range of treatment options, our goal is to help you maintain optimal oral health while giving you a smile you can feel confident about.
To schedule a denture treatment consultation or learn more about our dental services, contact our Greenville dental team today at (684) 292-5125.
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