Dentures – Santa Fe, NM
Fill Out Your Smile in Style!
Missing most or even all of your teeth can completely change the way that you live your life, and more than that, how you feel about yourself. That’s why dentures are such a valuable treatment— no matter how many teeth you’ve lost, you can use this procedure to replace all of them in one fell swoop.
If you’re near Santa Fe, NM, the team here at Juniper Dental can use this prosthetic to help you fill out your smile in style! Make an appointment for a consultation with us today and we’ll tell you what they can do for you.
Why Choose Juniper Dental for Dentures?
- All-on-4 Implant Dentures Available
- Advanced Technology for Sophisticated Prosthetics
- Dental Staff Attentive to Your Needs
Who Is a Good Candidate for Dentures?
Dentures are generally designed for patients who are missing most or all of their teeth. If you’ve ever found that you have difficulty speaking, eating, or projecting tooth loss because of serious tooth loss, it’s possible that this treatment could be just what you need.
However, if you’re only missing one or two teeth, it’s possible that another treatment is better suited to you. It’s also important for your prosthetic that your gums be in fairly good health, so if you’re currently in the midst of serious periodontal disease it will probably be necessary to deal with that before pursuing this kind of care.
Types of Dentures
There are several different kinds of dentures, and which one you should pick ultimately comes down to your individual needs. We’ll be happy to give you a recommendation when we meet you in person, but here’s what you should know about the various types of dentures until then.
Partial Dentures
Partial dentures are ideal for those patients with large gaps between their teeth, but who have some of them left. These prosthetics consist of a metal base with several acrylic or porcelain teeth attached, and are designed to be clipped onto the existing teeth.
Full Dentures
Full dentures, on the other hand, are really ideal for those patients who are missing all of their teeth on a gum ridge. This being the case, they have to adhere in place entirely via suction. They’re completely made from acrylic and are meticulously molded to fit your gums.
Implant Dentures
Implant dentures are an excellent choice for patients who want the coverage of dentures but who want more stability. This involves attaching your prosthetic to thin metal posts inserted into the jaw, affording them greater bite strength and much more durability.
The Benefits of Dentures
Dentures are the easiest way to replace a ton of teeth at once. They’re inexpensive and simple to maintain, which means that people who want to smile again without much fuss can get a lot out of them.
However, you shouldn’t think that dentures are “cheap;” they’re designed to match you perfectly, and will be crafted to look stunningly realistic. You’ll be able to eat a much more nutritious diet than you could before, and having teeth in your mouth will make your cheeks look full and youthful.
If you’re interested in learning more about what this prosthetic can do for you, reach out to us for a consultation today!