See an Experienced Dentures Dentist in Cincinnati

If you are looking for dentures or denture repair, Beckham Square Family Dental in Blue Ash, Ohio, can help!

Dentures are a semi-permanent solution for missing teeth, designed to be removed and reinserted. While dentures typically do the work of natural teeth, you may worry that they don’t feel like the real thing.

However, today’s dentures are more natural-looking and comfortable than ever, thanks to advances in cosmetic dentistry. Modern dentures can give you a beautiful and functional smile that mimics natural teeth. Most people won’t even know the difference.

How Are Dentures Made?

Full dentures consist of a flesh-colored acrylic base that attaches to the gums. The lower denture takes the shape of a horseshoe so it does not interfere with your tongue. The upper denture covers the roof of the mouth, making it easier to adhere.

To fit patients for dentures, a dentist will take an impression of the mouth and then send it to a dental laboratory for denture customization. There are several options for dentures, ranging from immediate and temporary to semi-permanent and completely customized to your mouth. The type of dentures you choose depends on your budget, dental needs, and oral health.

Advantages of Choosing Dentures to Replace Missing Teeth

Some people avoid dentures to replace missing teeth, believing they’re an unattractive option. However, that’s not the case with today’s natural-looking, high-functioning dentures. There are some advantages to choosing dentures over other kinds of tooth replacement:

1. Non-invasive: People with health conditions, older adults, individuals at risk of surgical complications, or those with metal allergies can reduce many health risks by choosing dentures.
2. Short timeline: Custom dentures require less construction, delivery, and fitting time than implants or bridges.
3. Cost-efficient: Implants and crowns can be prohibitively expensive for some people, especially when several missing teeth need replacing. On the other hand, dentures are a much more affordable option for restoring your smile.

Types of Dentures

Various denture options allow virtually any patient to replace their teeth, even if their health or budget doesn’t support implant crowns. Remember, though, that traditional dentures need replacement every few years. That’s because your jawbone changes over time due to the lack of teeth.

Full Dentures

Full dentures are the most common type. They’re created after all the gums have healed from teeth extraction, which can take several months. Being without teeth for an extended period is a key consideration for patients when opting for full dentures.

Immediate Full Dentures

The immediate full denture can be ready for placement as soon as the dentist has extracted the teeth. The dentist prepares the dentures by measuring the jaw and making models during a pre-extraction visit.

The primary benefit of immediate dentures is that the patient is never without teeth. However, these dentures must be relined after a few months. This extra step is necessary because the jawbone will reshape during healing, causing the dentures to loosen and become uncomfortable.

Partial Denture or Dental Bridge

The partial denture or dental bridge uses a metal framework that attaches to the natural teeth in the mouth. The bridge may need to be anchored to a cosmetic dental crown if the natural teeth don’t provide adequate support. Also, some partial dentures can be removed and reinserted, while others cannot.

Implant-Supported Dentures

Implant-supported dentures utilize a few dental implants to anchor the full set of replacement teeth, making the dentures permanent. With implant-supported dentures, you get improved biting power and a more natural appearance. Additionally, the implant anchors preserve your jaw’s health.

Your dentist may recommend implant-supported dental bridges if you’re missing several teeth but want to keep the ones you have. You don’t need to remove implant-supported dentures and bridges to clean them. You care for them as you would your natural teeth.

Which Dentures Are Best for Me?

Many people needing to replace missing teeth turn to dentures because they can be more cost-effective than other options, such as dental implant crowns. However, prices vary among denture types, depending on the materials used, such as plastic versus the more natural-looking and sturdy porcelain. Prices also vary based on additional pre-denture procedures, such as tooth extraction or treatment for gum disease. In most cases, traditional full dentures tend to be the least expensive, while you can expect to pay the most for implant-supported dentures.

Sorting through all the information about the various denture types can be overwhelming. Therefore, we provide this quick run-down of the dentures we discuss and their key features:

Conventional full dentures	Most common type Requires going without teeth while gums heal post-extraction Typically the least expensive
Immediate full dentures	Ready to insert immediately after extraction More expensive than traditional dentures
Partial dentures	Anchors to natural teeth May be removed
Implant-supported dentures	Permanently placed Typically the most natural-looking Usually the most expensive

Finding a Denture Dentist Near Me

At Beckham Square Family Dental, our gentle approach to dentistry is known throughout the Cincinnati area. We are well-versed in the needs of older patients and those with dental trauma or health-related tooth loss.

If you need to replace missing teeth, consult one of our dentists to learn more about your options, which may include dentures. You’ll likely be a good candidate for dentures if you

• Are missing several or all of your teeth
• Require a budget-friendly solution for missing teeth
• Have a jawbone that can’t undergo surgery or support dental implants
• Have a chronic condition, like kidney disease or uncontrolled type 2 diabetes, that decreases your body’s ability to heal after surgery

After a dental cleaning, exam, and X-ray, our dentists will recommend the best option for you, based on how many teeth need replacement and your jaw health.

Contact Beckham Square Family Dental near Blue Ash, Ohio, today for denture-related care close to home. We understand that each patient is unique, and our dentists are committed to finding the best solution for your unique dental needs, timeline, and budget.