Initially, like a new shoe, having dentures in your mouth can take about week(s) or more to get used to. But soon your tongue, lips, and cheeks will become more adapted and the dentures will feel like a natural fit. Dentures will be custom fit to your mouth to ensure a more natural appearance. New dentures which are properly fitted provide support to your lips by giving your face and smile a more natural look. The acrylic fibers will also be created to look like real gum tissue. There are also many different options in regards to shapes and sizes with shading and blending that mimics natural tooth enamel. For maximum comfort, esthetic results, and natural function, dentures can be completely or partially attached to the mouth using dental implants.

There are different styles and types of dentures used including partials. Partial dentures are used when only a small number of teeth are missing. Complete dentures are a full mouth replacement of all dentition. Partial dentures attach to the natural teeth that are still present and some may rest on the gum tissue. Traditionally there are 3 different types of dentures used including: conventional, immediate, and overdentures. The conventional dentures are removable. This style of denture will not be placed until after your teeth have been extracted and healing has taken place. Immediate dentures are, as the name states, immediately inserted on the same day as your surgery for dental extractions. There are some instances where immediate dentures will need to be modified or remade later. When some of your teeth can be saved, an overdenture will be a good option. These dentures can fit over a small number of remaining teeth for a natural look and can be secured to the jaws for optimal function with dental implants.

To find out more about the different styles of denture options available for your needs, call or request a consultation online with Dr. Kindred with Kindred Dental in Washington D.C.