• Dentures are false teeth
• It is sometimes necessary to get a full or part denture to replace damaged or missing teeth.
• You may find that losing your teeth and getting dentures has some emotional impacts. Talk with your Dentist at My Gentle Dentist if you feel worried about getting dentures.
• Dentures should be well fitted and comfortable. See your Dentist if you have any pain or problems with your mouth or dentures.
• Take dentures out at night and clean them regularly and correctly.

• It can be easier for you to chew food.
• You can speak better if your speech has changed due to missing teeth.
• Your cheeks and lips will be supported, so your face does not sag and make you look older. In fact, people with partial dentures tend to feel more confident in their appearance and speech.

Dentures are designed to look as similar to your natural teeth as possible, making them almost unnoticeable. They will improve the appearance of your smile and resolve any facial sagging caused by missing teeth

Dentures are not a suitable treatment for everyone. Many factors, including, but not limited to your periodontal status, caries rate and current degree of your edentulism (tooth-less-ness), will be considered by your dentist. You need to consult with a qualified Dentist to see if you are a suitable candidate for this treatment. In general, the amount of required maintenance on the dentures may be a bit high. They do require daily care and occasionally maintenance in dental office or dental lab. However, when dentist instructions are followed correctly, and the denture is maintained properly despite the extra effort required, they usually provide satisfying results for many patients who have lost their teeth.

1. When you lose a tooth, the nearby teeth may tilt or drift into the empty space. The teeth in your other jaw may also shift into the space. This can affect your bite and place more stress and wear on your teeth and jaws.
2. You may find it harder to clean teeth that have shifted, which can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. This is why it’s important to replace missing teeth.
3. Facial collapse: When teeth are lost and not replaced, the face looks older. The lips appear thin and flattened. The chin moves forward and upward and appears pointed

Eating: When you replace missing teeth, eating is much easier. But it takes practice…

• Begin by eating soft foods cut into small pieces.
• Chew on both sides of the mouth to keep the pressure even.
• Do not chew gum or eat very sticky or hard foods.

Speaking:

• If you have missing teeth, wearing a removable partial denture can help you speak more clearly.
• If you find that some words are hard to say at first, try reading out loud in front of a mirror.

With time and practice, you will be able to speak well. With a Little Patience Eating & Speaking with Dentures become very easy!

It is advised that you remove your dentures at night while you sleep to allow the gum tissue to rest and encourage normal stimulation and cleansing by the tongue and saliva.

You Should Not Wear Your Removable Partial Denture 24 Hours a Day.

Usually your dentist will make follow-up appointments to look for pressure points or sore spots. They will also adjust your partial denture so that it fits comfortably. Let us Advise You on How Many Hours a Day You Should Wear Dentures

Time, patience, and willpower are your biggest allies when adjusting to your new dentures for the first time. Your new full or partial dentures may feel awkward or bulky during the first few weeks until your mouth finally adapts. A little bit of practice is also required when putting your dentures in and taking them out. Before long, they will fit into place with relative ease.

Our Dentist at My Gentle Dentist will provide you with very specific aftercare instructions, both verbal and written.

If cared for properly, dentures are expected to last up to 5-8 years before needing replacement. During this time, they wear out and your mouth changes shape. This is why your dentures will eventually need to be relined or remade to remain as safe, comfortable and natural looking as possible.

Always consult one of our professional Dentists if you wish to make adjustments to your dentures. If a person who lacks the proper training makes any adjustments or repairs to your dentures, it could seriously damage your dentures and harm your health. If your dentures break, crack or chip, or if one of the teeth suddenly becomes loose, we can often make the necessary adjustments or repairs on the same day.

Never attempt to solve the problem yourself.

Always Consult a Professional Dentist Before Making Adjustments to Your Dentures

See your oral health professional if you have:

• Pain
• Dentures that do not fit well or are uncomfortable
• Loose teeth
• Bleeding gums
• Swelling
• Ulcers (sores) that last more than two weeks
• A gum abscess (pus-filled sore on the gum)
• Soreness or cracks in the corner of your mouth
• Bad breath.

Complete / Partial Dentures may or may not be right for you.

• My Gentle Dentist is a highly experienced team of dentists practicing gentle dentistry.
• My Gentle Dentist is committed to providing you with quick, safe and effective complete/partial denture treatment in a clean and comfortable environment.
• My Gentle Dentist resolves hundreds of complete / partial denture problems each year, relieving pain and making teeth healthy again.