Dentures In East Brunswick, NJ
A denture is a removable prosthetic device that replaces missing teeth. Full dentures replace all teeth and a removable partial denture replaces some missing teeth. If you’ve lost some or all of your teeth because of trauma, periodontal infection, or decay, dentures at AC Dental are one of the options that can offer you a healthier, more attractive smile.
Dentures can:
- Make eating and chewing easier
- Facilitate clearer speech
- Provide support for cheeks and lips for a healthier, more youthful appearance
- Prevent any remaining teeth from shifting out of place
- Restore self-confidence
- Create a natural-looking smile
Dr. Ahuja will examine your gums, jawbone, and remaining teeth to determine whether dentures are your best option for tooth replacement, and which type of full or partial denture will best suit your needs. Custom dentures from AC Dental are individually crafted in our on-site lab in a variety of different materials. Suitability, durability, aesthetic, and cost considerations can all be factors in your decision.
Types of Dentures at AC Dental
Full Dentures
Full dentures replace all of the teeth on the upper and/or lower jaw. For all types of full dentures, Dr. Ahuja will take detailed impressions and measurements of your gums and mouth to create an ideal fit. He will evaluate the way your jaws work together to ensure that your dentures won’t affect your bite. Dr. Ahuja will also consider the shape of your face and your lips for a natural-looking, aesthetically pleasing smile.
Conventional Dentures
Conventional full dentures are created after the gums and jawbone have healed post-extraction, which usually requires several months. Temporary dentures can be used during the healing period.
Immediate Dentures
These dentures are fabricated in advance before any necessary extractions occur, and can be placed right away, without waiting for the gums and bone to heal. Because the gums and jawbone can shrink after tooth loss, it might take several months of adjustments to create the most comfortable fit. Immediate dentures are often used as a temporary denture.
Implant Supported Dentures
Dental implants are first surgically placed in the jawbone where they fuse with the bone over a period of months. Once the implants are secure, dentures are fabricated that clip onto or a permanently affixed to the implants. This type of denture is very secure, and, because implants stimulate jawbone tissue like natural tooth roots do, helps prevent bone loss.
Partial Dentures
Partial dentures replace multiple missing teeth in the upper or lower jaw. Most of them require healthy adjacent teeth for secure placement. Unlike bridges, which are fixed permanently to adjacent teeth, partial dentures are removable.
Denture Care
Dentures, like natural teeth, require daily care. Dr. Ahuja can recommend the type of cleaning routine, soft brush, non-abrasive cleaner, and soaking solution that is best for removing any plaque and bacteria buildup on the denture.
Any discomfort or any damage to the appliance should be reported to Dr. Ahuja at once. Keep up with regular dental checkups at our East Brunswick dental office to make sure your denture fits properly and that your gums and other oral tissues are healthy.