A
denture is a removable replacement for missing teeth and
surrounding tissue. Complete dentures replace all the teeth,
while a partial denture fills spaces created by missing
teeth and prevents other teeth from shifting position.
A denture not only improves speech and the ability to chew,
but also provides support for the facial muscles
thereby greatly enhancing the facial appearance and smile.
Amazing
advances in cosmetic dentistry have made it possible to
create a smile as natural-looking as it’s ever
been. Good-looking dentures should not have a “piano
key” or “picket fence” arrangement which
looks like “false teeth”.
At Dr. Fawcett’s
Houston dental office, we personalize dentures by taking into consideration
aspects such as the shape
of your face, skin tone, smile line and gender when designing
a denture, one tooth at a time, specifically for you.
Our Houston dentures offer a superior level of comfort, fit and
function. Modern dentures are not only stronger and more
realistic looking, but also resist discoloration and last
longer. Dentures that have been fabricated and maintained
properly should not hurt, slip, click or whistle. If you,
or someone
you know, is experiencing any of these problems call us.
We can help evaluate the problem and determine a solution
that’s right for you.
Regular dental checkups are
important for denture wearers because the dentist needs
to examine oral tissues for signs
of disease or cancer. With aging, the mouth continues to
change as the bone under the denture shrinks or recedes.
To maintain a proper fit over time, it may be necessary
to adjust or remake the denture
.Alternatives
to Dentures
| Advances in dental technology have provided superior
alternatives to restoring a mouth with little or no
teeth. Dental Implants now provide a means of providing
permanent support for bridges, thus eliminating the
need for a denture. Although more expensive, the benefits
of implants far outweigh the cost and gives the wearer
the look and “feel” of real teeth. For
the right candidate, dental implants have become the
treatment of choice over dentures. |
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