Dentures – Worcester, MA

Who is a Good Candidate for Dentures?

While dental bridges and implants are a great option for patients who are missing one tooth, dentures are ideal for patients who are struggling with more significant tooth loss. So, if you are missing several teeth in a row, you’re missing an entire arch, or you don’t have any of your natural teeth left, then there’s a good chance that you’re a candidate for dentures! To find out for certain, schedule a consultation with our dedicated dentist, Dr. Haidar.

Types of Dentures

At our Worcester dental office, we proudly offer partial, full, and implant dentures. Below, you’ll find a brief overview of each. At your appointment, we will share our recommendations after learning all about your dental history, needs, and goals.

Partial Dentures

Partial dentures are used when a patient has some, but not all of their natural teeth. In this case, prosthetic teeth are mounted on a gum-colored base. Then, the restoration is kept in place with a discreet, gum-colored base. Since only the high-quality materials are used and the entire denture is custom-made, it looks and feels just like the real thing!

Full Dentures

Full dentures, on the other hand, are ideal for patients who are missing an entire arch of teeth. Unlike partials, these restorations are held in place with denture adhesive, natural suction, or a mixture of the two. The size, shape, and shade of each replacement tooth will be crafted with your specific face shape and aesthetic goals in mind as well, so it won’t draw any unwanted attention to your smile either.

Implant Dentures

Implant dentures are also available to our patients in Worcester who are struggling with tooth loss. In this case, the restoration is secured in place with strategically placed dental implants. Although it requires a higher upfront investment, there are several benefits of this option. For example, dental implants can last for 30 years or more with proper care!

The Benefits of Dentures

Dentures have been a tried-and-true tooth-replacement solution for decades. To this day, they are a sought-after solution, especially among patients who are missing a significant number of teeth. If that’s you, then keep reading to learn a few of the many benefits that you’ll enjoy with dentures in Worcester!

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They Are Custom-Made for Each Patient

Oftentimes, patients hear “dentures” and think of the bulky, obvious ones that their grandparents or great-grandparents wore. However, this tooth-replacement solution has improved vastly since then, thanks to advancements in both dentistry and technology. Not only that, but we can customize everything from the gum-colored base to the prosthetic teeth to ensure that yours looks and feels lifelike.

It’s Easier to Enunciate Clearly

Have you struggled to enunciate clearly in the weeks, months, or years following tooth loss? If so, you’ll be happy to hear that dentures can help! While partial dentures can fill the gaps in your smile, full dentures can provide you with an entirely new row of teeth. Not only will this give you a confident grin, but it will also restore your usual speaking patterns (after the initial adjustment period, of course).

They Can Last for 10+ Years

It’s true! Plus, proper maintenance doesn’t require expensive cleaning products or complex oral hygiene regimens. Simply use a damp, soft-bristled toothbrush and clear, mild dishwashing liquid to gently scrub the surface after each meal. Then, rinse them off with clean, cool water and place them back in your mouth. Before you go to bed at night, place them in a clean container filled with water as well.

There Are Fewer Dietary Restrictions

Like many other patients, you may be stuck eating applesauce, cottage cheese, and other extremely soft foods on repeat. Fortunately, dentures can restore some of the strength of your bite! While you will still need to steer clear of extremely crunchy and sticky snacks, like hard pretzels and caramel-filled candies, you will be able to eat a much more varied and satisfying diet.

They Help Prevent Dental Drift

Have you heard of dental drift before? If not, it’s the phenomenon when the teeth surrounding the gap begin to shift out of alignment. Initially, this may not seem like a big deal. However, even relatively minor changes to your bite can lead to serious problems, including premature wear and tear on certain teeth. Fortunately, partial dentures can help prevent that from happening by filling in the gaps in your smile.

Would you like to learn more about dentures, including whether or not they are the best tooth-replacement option for you? If so, give us a call to schedule a consultation!

Dentures Aftercare

You’ll immediately notice just how impactful your dentures are—not just in terms of eating and speaking, but also when it comes to smiling confidently. That said, in order to keep your dentures as beautiful and functional as the first day you received them, it falls on you to practice diligent oral hygiene and make smart lifestyle choices. Luckily, keeping your dentures in great shape is a relatively straightforward matter. Here’s what you need to keep in mind:  

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Removable Dentures

Remove After Eating

You should remove your dentures after eating anything and rinse them off thoroughly. This isn’t a substitute for properly cleaning them, but it can at least help to prevent food debris from building up on their surface. Be sure to use room temperature water for this, as hot water can warp the dentures and cause them to stop fitting correctly. If you make a habit out of this, it’ll go a long way toward keeping your dentures fresh every day.  

Clean Your Restoration

Even though dentures in Worcester replace your natural teeth, they do not replace the need for daily oral hygiene! If you still have some teeth remaining, be sure to brush and floss them daily. As for your dentures, you’ll want to keep them clean by brushing them twice a day using a soft-bristled toothbrush and mild, unscented dish soap. There are also special denture cleansers you can buy to give your restoration a deeper clean. Be sure to never use regular toothpaste on your dentures, since it is abrasive and can scratch their surface.

Keep Your Dentures Safe

Dentures are certainly durable, but like any other dental restoration, they are not invincible and can be broken if you aren't careful. One of the best habits you can practice is putting your dentures in their storage case when you aren’t wearing them, and keep them away from young children or pets. When cleaning your dentures, it’s also wise to place a towel beneath them in order to shield them from fall damage. If you treat your dentures as any other worthy investment you want to protect, they’ll serve you well for several years.

Remove Dentures When You Sleep

Your dentures might be incredibly comfortable to wear, but you shouldn’t wear them to bed. By taking them out each night, you’re giving your facial muscles a well-earned break from supporting your restoration throughout the day. Plus, if you don’t remove your dentures nightly, there’s also a very high chance that bacteria will accumulate underneath them. It’s also possible that you’ll develop painful sores.

Notice Changes

Dentures can last for 7 to 10 years or so with the right care, but it’s mostly up to you to ensure that they continue to fit and function properly. This means that in addition to following the above steps, you should also regularly inspect your dentures for signs of wear or damage, and pay close attention to how they feel inside your mouth. If you’ve had your dentures for a while, or things begin to feel off, it might be time to reach out to our team before your next preventive checkup and cleaning. Luckily, dentures can often be relined to correct their fit; however, if they’ve been damaged or worn for too long, replacement is also a possibility.  

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