Dentures in Epsom

Dentures are a great option for people who are missing most or all of their natural teeth. This could be the result of an injury or declining oral health. Dentures make it easy for people to still enjoy the benefits that come with healthy, natural teeth where chewing is a natural fluid motion without pain or complication. They are easy to use and offer an effective solution for overcoming severe tooth loss.

Dentures are prosthetic teeth secured to a gum-coloured base. They can be secured with or without dental implants, it’s best to visit with us to discuss all available options and determine the best solution for your needs.

Traditional removable dentures require proper care to keep them clean, free from stains and looking great. Below are some cleaning steps and things to avoid when using traditional removable dentures:

Remove and rinse dentures after eating by running water over them to remove food debris

Handle them carefully and don’t bend or damage the plastic or clasps when cleaning

Clean your mouth after removing dentures with a soft-bristled toothbrush

Certain dental conditions can become unmanageable (tooth decay, gum disease, etc.). This could lead to the decision of removing your remaining teeth on one or both jaws. Regardless of the case, full dentures are an economical and efficient way to restore your smile.

A complete denture consists of a thin acrylic base that rests on the gum tissue and is the same colour as your gums. Porcelain or acrylic replacement teeth built into the base give the appearance of natural teeth emerging from the gums. We know that your smile is unique, and our staff has the experience to help you select the teeth that appear most natural and harmonious in your smile. This gives you the option to customize the way you look, whether you want a “new” smile or just want to restore the one you had.

Dentures can be secured more firmly to your jaw with the use of dental implants, placed in the jaw and connected under the base of the denture. This connection can be designed to create permanent fixation of the denture or to allow for its removal at times. In addition to having greater retention and a more natural look, implant-supported dentures tend to last longer. Your dentist can discuss these options and help you understand the ways they can improve your experience with dentures.

Partial dentures are an economical solution to replace the missing teeth and fill in the spaces, improving chewing ability and the confidence to smile. A partial denture in place will also help keep your natural teeth from shifting, lowering the risk of losing those teeth in the future.

Most partial dentures contain a thin metal framework that is designed to rest close to your gums and allow for a smooth, non-bulky feel. The framework is supported by your natural teeth to provide a reliable, secure appliance that is easy to use. Where teeth are missing, natural-looking replacement teeth are attached to the frame, and gum-coloured acrylic is used to make the appliance blend with your mouth. We know your mouth and your needs are unique, and your dentist will work with skilled technicians to create a solution that is comfortable.

With advances in technology, implants can also be used to support removable partial dentures, improving the fit while reducing the size of the appliance. Dentures inherently bring some challenges, especially to new wearers. We work to minimize everyday frustrations to the lowest level possible.

We look forward to discussing your options to make your mouth full again and to give you back a confident, glowing smile!

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Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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Alpers Dental’s primary mission has been to facilitate the provision of comprehensive preventative dental treatment to the residents of Auckland.

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