Complete dentures
Conversely, complete dentures or full dentures are worn by patients who are missing all their teeth in an arch (i.e the maxillary(upper) or mandibular(lower) arch).
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Denture Definition
Dentures are prosthetic devices constructed to replace missing teeth, and which are supported by surrounding soft and hard tissues of the oral cavity. Conventional dentures are removable, however there are many different denture designs, some which rely on bonding or clipping onto teeth or dental implants. There are two main categories of dentures, depending on whether they are used to replace missing teeth on the mandibular arch or the maxillary arch. There are many informal names for dentures such as dental plate, false teeth and falsies. Source Wiki
A maxillary denture.
Complete maxillary denture.
A mandibular partial denure PRD
A maxillary denture.
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Dentures are a solution of last resort. Many people assume that they
will need dentures as they age, but losing teeth is not a normal part of
the aging process. If you care for your teeth well and guard against
periodontal (gum) disease, you should be able to keep your teeth for a
lifetime.
Saving even a few natural teeth is often better than losing them all.
Natural teeth or even parts of natural teeth can help you retain bone in
your jaw and can act as stable supports for bridges, overdentures or
removable partial dentures. Your dentist will try to save as many of
your natural teeth as possible.
Dentures are made for people who have lost all of their teeth. They are called complete dentures. Complete dentures can be given additional support by placement of implants in the bone under the denture.
The good news is that dentures aren't what they used to be. With newer materials and improved technology, dentists can fashion dentures that fit comfortably, appear natural and help you stay healthier. Denture problems, such as clicking, slipping, frequent gum irritation and odor, are signs your dentures may not be fitting properly and may need to be adjusted, relined or remade.
Although dentures may look like your natural teeth, they cannot work like them. Simple actions like speaking and eating may feel different. You will have to learn how to use and adjust to your dentures, which for some people can take several months.
Denture Basics
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Introduction to Dentures
An Article on Dentures by Columbia University Medical Center, School of Dental & Oral Surgery) -
Taking Care of Your Dentures
An Summary Article by National Institute on Aging)
Sometimes, dentures (false teeth) are needed to replace badly damaged teeth. Dentures may feel strange at first. In the beginning, your dentist may want to see you often to make sure the dentures fit. Over time, your mouth will change and your dentures may need to be adjusted or replaced. Be sure to let your dentist handle these adjustments.
When you are learning to eat with dentures, it may be easier if you:- Start with soft, non-sticky food.
- Cut your food into small pieces.
- Chew slowly using both sides of your mouth.
Be careful when wearing dentures because they may make it harder for you to feel hot foods and liquids. Also, you may not notice things like bones in your mouth.
Keep your dentures clean and free from food that can cause stains, bad breath, or swollen gums. Brush them every day with a denture care product. Take your dentures out of your mouth at night and put them in water or a denture cleansing liquid. Partial dentures are used to fill in one or more missing teeth. Take care of them in the same way as dentures.
Denture Care
Denture care
Source: Medical Encyclopedia, US National Library of Health
Denture Teatment
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Alveoplasty
An alveoplasty (also called an alveoloplasty) is a surgical procedure that smoothes the jawbone. It is done in areas where teeth have been removed or lost. Alveoplasty can be done alone, but is usually done at the same time that teeth are extracted.
Oral surgeons usually do alveoplasties, but some general dentists also perform them. (Columbia University Medical Center, School of Dental & Oral Surgery)
Managing Dentures
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Living with Your Dentures
An article describing how to live with you dentures providing including:
Adjusting to Your Dentures, Eating and Sleeping with Dentures. Possible Denture Complications. and Denture Care. Relining and Rebasing Your Dentures
Denture for Specific Conditions
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Denture-Induced Stomatitis
Abstract: Denture-induced stomatitis is usually seen in people who wear dentures. But other people also can get it. It is common in older people. Other names are denture stomatitis, denture sore mouth and chronic atrophic candidiasis.
Denture-induced stomatitis is related to one or more of these:- Dentures that don't fit well (especially if they are worn while you sleep)
- Poor denture-cleaning habits
- A build-up of the yeast Candida albicans, which can cause an infection
- It provides symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of Denture-induced stomatitis
Denture Related Issues
- Advice for Patients: Denture Cleansers (Center for Devices and Radiological Health)
- Denture Adhesives: Do They Work? Do You Need Them?
- Implant-Supported Denture
- Removable Partial Dentures: Frequently Asked Questions (American Dental Association)
Dentures Directories
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Find a Dentist: ADA Member Directory
(American Dental Association)
The ADA Member Directory is compiled and published by the American Dental Association (ADA) as a reference source of demographic and professional information on individual dentists in the United States. It includes Dentures specialized doctors and services -
Find a Prosthodontist
(American College of Prosthodontists)
A denture patient referral directory for locating a prosthodontist in your area. All prosthodontists listed in this resource are members of the ACP