First of all, if you are considering dentures, please know that you’re not alone. Recent estimates indicate that over 30-million Americans have some form of denture.
At Dublin Dental Care, we recommend dentures for patients from a variety of reasons including:
This page is designed to debunk some of the myths surrounding dentures and ease your anxiety.
Skilled dentists like Dr. Liao and prosthodontists like Dr. Pagniano, use modern techniques, state-of-the-art materials and years of advanced training and experience to create beautiful, natural-looking dentures that function almost the same as natural healthy teeth.
While it is normal to experience some discomfort when you are first adjusting to your new dentures, they should not be painful or move around inside your mouth. When fitted properly, your dentures should be snug against your gums and may require the use of denture adhesive cream to increase stability.
However, if there is a risk your dentures will move excessively in your mouth, our dentists may recommend implant-supported dentures that snap securely in place using surgically-implanted posts.
Although it may take some time to adjust to eating with your new dentures, once you get used to them you will be able to enjoy all of your favorite foods. Many of our satisfied partial and full denture patients have shared their experience being able to once again enjoy apples, steak, peanuts and even corn on the cob!
New dentures will take some getting used to, and initially it may take a few fittings to ensure a proper fit. As your mouth heals and your facial muscles and oral tissues adapt to the dentures, our dentists may need to make some adjustments to ensure the right fit and proper bite.
However, once you are comfortable with your dentures, most of our patients only come in for their normal six-month exam, cleaning and X-rays.
Your initial consultation includes a thorough oral evaluation of your remaining teeth, gums, and other oral tissues to assess your overall oral health. Based on this evaluation, your dentist will determine if any restorative or periodontal treatments are necessary for your existing teeth or if extractions are needed to improve your oral health.
To gain a clearer understanding of the health of your jawbone and assess whether you are a good candidate for implant-supported dentures, your dentist will also conduct a detailed series of digital x-rays.
Next, your dentist may take intraoral photographs and create impressions of your teeth and gums. These impressions will be used to make models of your teeth and craft a temporary denture for you.
Your dentist will then discuss your treatment options and outline a plan that aligns with your needs and lifestyle. If you are a good candidate for implant-supported dentures, you will be referred to Dr. C. Joseph Liao, within our office, or to an oral surgeon who will precisely place the implants according to your dentist’s guidelines.
The time frame for implant surgery varies based on several factors, but typically, it will take six to twelve months for the bone to fuse with the implants and for the gums to heal. During this period, your dentist will provide you with a temporary denture to wear. Once the healing is complete, your new, permanent denture will be made.
Our dentists are highly skilled and have a deep understanding of both the intricate dynamics of the mouth, the art of cosmetic dentistry, and dentures.
Dublin Dental Care is also proud to have Dr. Roland Pagniano, an experienced Prosthodontist, on our team. He holds advanced degrees in Prosthodontics and has extensively studied the unique dynamics of a smile. He is a renowned expert in crafting beautiful, natural-looking dentures.
When you choose Dublin Dental Care, you can trust that your dentures will be created with the utmost care and precision. Let us help restore your smile and confidence. Schedule your consultation today!
Please call (614) 932-0200 or request an appointment online to set up your first visit. We’ll be in touch soon.
