Dentures – Sparks, NV
The Reliable Solution for Missing Teeth
An incomplete smile causes a person to experience more than just a lack of confidence, it also makes it difficult to eat certain foods and speak without some type of impediment. At Vista Dental Care, our dentists care about giving patients a smile they can be proud of, which is why we offer custom-made dentures. Delivering greater function and aesthetics with their natural-looking materials, these prosthetics can change the way you see and use your smile each day. Take the next step by calling our office to schedule a consultation today.
Who’s a Good Candidate for Dentures?
If you’re missing several or even all of your teeth, you may be concerned about your options for replacement. But rest assured, dentures are one of the most adaptable and reliable methods for restoring your smile. These prosthetics can help almost anyone improve their speech, chewing ability, and overall confidence.
They’re a great option for people with significant tooth loss, whether due to age, injury, or severe dental issues. If you’re curious about whether dentures can help you, continue reading below. You’ll learn more about denture candidacy and get a small look at some other tooth-replacement options at Vista Dental Care.
Effects of Missing Teeth
Tooth loss can happen at any age for a number of reasons like severe decay, gum disease, or physical trauma from slips or sports accidents. And while you may not think that losing one or two teeth is a big deal, you’ll soon find that it affects more than just your appearance, for example:
- Difficulty Eating: Chewing becomes harder, which may limit your diet and affect your nutrition.
- Speech Issues: Missing teeth can make it difficult to pronounce certain words clearly.
- Facial Changes: Bone loss and missing teeth can cause your face to appear sunken and older than you actually are.
- Shifting Teeth: If you still have some natural teeth, they may move out of alignment due to large gaps.
- Loss of Confidence: Losing teeth can make you feel down or even guilty, leading to anxiety, depression, and loss of interest in being social.
Replacing missing teeth with dentures can prevent many of these issues and restore both function and confidence in your smile!
What Are the Qualities of a Great Candidate for Dentures?
Dentures are a great solution for many patients, but they work best when certain conditions are met. You may be a good candidate for dentures if you:
- Have multiple missing teeth or are completely edentulous (toothless).
- Are willing to care for your new prosthetics and comply with treatment.
- Have healthy gums to support a secure fit.
- Are not a candidate for other tooth replacements due to bone loss or health factors.
- Are looking for a cost-effective tooth-replacement option.
At your consultation, we’ll examine your teeth and gums, assess your oral health, and discuss whether dentures are the best choice for you. If you’re unsure, we can also explore alternative options.
Alternative Tooth-Replacement Options
Dentures are a fantastic treatment for many patients, but they aren’t the only way to replace missing teeth. Depending on your needs, you might consider:
- Dental Implants: A permanent solution that replaces both the root and crown of a tooth, offering superior stability and jawbone preservation.
- Implant Dentures: A hybrid between implants and dentures, providing a more secure fit without adhesives.
- Dental Bridges: Ideal for replacing one or a few missing teeth, bridges are made up of dental crowns that serve as anchors and false teeth called pontics between them.
During your visit with us at our Sparks office, we’ll help you compare these options and choose the best one for your smile, lifestyle, and budget.
Types of Dentures
Vista Dental Care proudly offers three types of dentures: partial, full, and implant. While the first two options are more common because they’re less invasive and more affordable, the latter (implant dentures) offer greater stability and longevity. During your visit, you can expect that we will discuss which one is right for you.
Partial Dentures
Using an acrylic base that matches your existing gum color, artificial teeth are placed on top of the base in designated areas to fill in the gaps of multiple missing teeth. The partial includes a metal framework, complete with clasps or clips that anchor to existing, healthy teeth for maximum support. These prosthetics are removable, so you can easily clean them.
Full Dentures
Using the same materials as a partial denture (except there is no metal framework), full dentures replace an entire row of missing teeth. They’re crafted to fit snugly on top of the gums and rely on natural suction and denture adhesive for a stronger hold. These prosthetics can be crafted for one or both arches and generate improved bite power and aesthetics.
Implant Dentures
Unlike traditional partial and full dentures, implant dentures are attached to small titanium posts that are surgically placed in the jawbone. They mimic the roots of teeth by stimulating the bone to prevent further tooth and bone loss over time. When a custom denture is placed on top and secured in place, the result is a set of teeth that can last 30+ years and function normally for better eating, speaking, and confidence.
The Benefits of Dentures
Wearing dentures was once an embarrassing reality for many patients; however, times have changed. Dentures today aren’t like the ones that your grandparents used to wear. Millions of people are discovering the array of benefits these prosthetics can provide. Here are some of the most exciting advantages that you can look forward to.
Psychological Benefits
Tooth loss can be a difficult reality to accept. Many people who have lost most of or all of their teeth experience negative effects on their self-esteem, resulting in higher levels of sadness and depression. When you are missing teeth, your tongue isn’t in the ideal position, making it challenging to say certain words. Since dentures act like missing teeth, they allow you to speak more clearly.
Clearer Enunciation
Producing certain sounds and saying some words can be a challenge when you have gaps in your smile. To enunciate your words clearly, your lips and tongue need to be positioned properly. When you are missing teeth, your tongue isn’t position, making it challenging to say certain words. Since dentures act like missing teeth, they allow you to speak more clearly.
Improves Nutrition
Lots of nutrient-dense foods are tough in texture, like proteins, fruits, and vegetables. If you can’t chew your food properly, your eating habits could be negatively affected. Dentures make it easier to bite and chew healthy foods, allowing you to enjoy a nutritious diet and promote overall health.
Preserves Oral Health
If you still have healthy natural teeth, dentures can help to keep them in ideal condition. By filling in the gaps with a partial denture, you can keep your teeth securely in place. Dentures also help to support the weight of routine chewing, reducing wear and tear of the natural teeth over time.
Expanded Opportunities
When you attend interviews, negotiate sales, attend social events, making an excellent first impression is key. Your smile is one of the first things that people notice about you, so having one that looks healthy does nothing but help. Studies have shown that the possibility of being employed is negatively associated with poor oral health.
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