When you have a more complicated case of tooth loss, then a bridge or individual dental implant may be enough to rebuild your smile, and you may not be ready for a full denture. In this situation, we could help with a custom-made partial denture. In today’s blog, your Astoria, NY, dentist talks about treating your missing teeth.
Complicated Cases
When you have missing teeth in multiple gaps spread out across your smile, this could be a complicated case of tooth loss, one that cannot be addressed with dental bridges or full dentures. Instead, a partial may be necessary. Otherwise, these gaps could lead to trouble eating a variety of foods, difficulty speaking clearly, or strain on the jaw joints, a factor in the onset of TMJ disorder and bruxism (teeth grinding). Misalignment could develop as well, with crooked, crowded, and overlapping teeth leading to issues like tooth decay and gum disease. Which is why you should talk to us about replacing missing teeth.
The Partial Denture
The partial will contain new teeth set into an acrylic base. The teeth are made from ceramic, which we can color-match to blend with your smile. These also provide a durable chewing surface as well. The base will be designed to look like gum tissue, further blending with your smile. The prosthetic is held in place with metal clasps that attach to natural teeth. These will not be visible when your new prosthetic is in place! Each one will be custom-made to ensure a proper fit and a lifelike appearance.
Securing Your New Smile
To begin, we need to take detailed images of your smile, which we combined to create a 3D computer impression, one far more accurate and precise than traditional impressions. This is used in a dental lab to design and craft the finished product. We will then check the fit and make sure your denture is ready. We will give you instruction on attaching the denture and also cleaning and soaking them regularly to ensure they last the full 5 to 10 years. We will perform an initial exam to see which dental prosthetic is right for you, as we can discuss bridges, full and partial dentures, and even advanced dental implants.
If you have any questions about how we handle missing teeth and secure a prosthetic, or if you just need to undergo your regular checkup and cleaning visit.
Ready for a Complete Smile Again?
Our team wants to help you smile with confidence and enjoy better oral health and function too. To learn more about our custom and lifelike dental prosthetics, then schedule a consultation by calling Jeffrey Leibowitz, DDS, in Astoria, NY, today at 718-728-8320.
