Dentures

Though many advances have been made in the field of dentistry, loss of teeth is still an ongoing problem In the United States, 26% of adults between the ages of sixty-five and seventy-five have lost all of their teeth. Currently, there are a number of options available for people who have lost their teeth. One of the most versatile and affordable is a set of removable dentures.

Standard full dentures are ones that comprise a full set of upper and lower teeth. This type of denture uses suction to stay in place. They are made of a pliable material which makes suction easy. However, it is for this reason that standard full dentures require routine visits to the dentist. 

Partial dentures are dentures that replace only a limited number of teeth, and not an entire set. Partial dentures are a single piece fitting that is supported by the remaining teeth and gums. They are much more secure than standard full dentures, and are more comfortable.

Full dentures can be frustrating at times, because they are supported only by the soft tissue of your gums and do not have any solid anchors to help hold them in place while you eat or speak.  Implant supported dentures may be an option for you to improve the stability of your dentures.  A surgeon can place several dental implants in your jaw and then we can fabricate full dentures which attach to these implants, providing you with a stronger and more stable experience.  Call our office at 678-455-3734 to schedule consultation to see if you are a good candidate for implant supported dentures.