Dentures – Indianapolis, IN
Missing All Your Teeth? Let Us Help!
Losing most or all of your teeth can take a hefty toll on your confidence and your quality of life. Luckily, it’s possible to enjoy a complete smile again with dentures. This time-tested solution for missing teeth has only grown more reliable over the years; today’s dentures are as lifelike as they are comfortable. If you think you may need dentures in the near future, call our office today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Martinez or Dr. Harman.
Why Choose Martinez Dentistry for Dentures?
- Highly Accurate Digital Impressions
- In-Office Dental Implant Placement
- Long-Lasting, Lifelike Materials
Who is a Good Candidate for Dentures?
You’re very likely to be a good candidate for dentures if you have suffered from extensive tooth loss. That said, before you can have your teeth replaced, you’ll need to visit our office for a thorough examination. We’ll need to gather more information about your specific situation before we can confirm that dentures are a good fit for you. Additionally, we’ll need to make sure that your gums are healthy enough to support a dental prosthesis.
Types of Dentures
There’s more than one kind of denture you can get based on factors like how many teeth you’ve lost and the state of your jawbone. Below is a summary of the kinds of dentures available; our team can explain the advantages of each option in more detail when you visit us for a consultation.
Partial Dentures
A partial denture is used when only some of your teeth are missing. The prosthesis is customized to fit neatly into the gaps in your grin like a puzzle piece. A metal clasp helps keep the partial denture attached to the natural teeth. Bear in mind that you can take partial dentures out of your mouth at any time so that you can thoroughly clean them.
Full Dentures
As the name implies, a full denture can replace an entire row of teeth. It sits directly on the gums and relies on natural suction to hold it in place. The base of the full denture will be designed to blend in with your gums, giving it a highly natural appearance. Like partial dentures, full dentures are removable.
Implant Dentures
An implant denture is a full or partial denture that has been anchored to dental implants, which are screwlike posts that are surgically inserted into the jawbone to mimic the roots of natural teeth. Unlike traditional dentures, implant dentures can be designed to stay in the mouth at all times.
The Benefits of Dentures
- Dentures let you eat more kinds of foods, allowing you to maintain a varied, nutritious diet.
- Once you’ve restored your smile with dentures, it will be easier to speak clearly in front of others.
- Dentures are relatively easy to take care of, and they can last for a very long time – often 10 years or more – as long as they receive the right kind of maintenance.