Trusted Denture Clinic in Sydney
Dentures are a dental appliance specially designed to replace missing teeth. They allow the wearer to experience the full functionality of their teeth and enjoy food, smile with confidence and speak without any impediments. At Northern Beaches Dental, our dental experts have years of experience helping Sydney residents regain their confidence by installing high quality dentures specially designed to seamlessly fit the shape of their mouth.
What Are Dentures?
There are two main types of dentures which serve to replace natural teeth which may be missing due to damage or age. Typically, complete dentures are used to replace all natural teeth in the upper and lower jaw, while partial dentures are specially designed to fill in the spaces created by missing teeth. These are attached to the remaining teeth using metal attachments to hold them in place.
Why Do I Need Dentures?
Specially designed dentures fit perfectly over the gums and aid in speech and chewing just like natural teeth. Gaps in the teeth can cause the remaining teeth to shift over time, causing them to become tilted and changing the shape of your bite. This can lead to other dental complications which could require repeated trips to the dentist and increased dental costs. Ideally, dentures should be fitted soon after teeth have been removed to ensure the shape of your teeth is maintained. Temporary dentures may be put in place while the gums and bone under the missing teeth shrink and adjust. After this period, permanent dentures can be installed which are custom fitted to the shape of your jaw.
Types of Dentures
The different types of dentures offered at denture clinics include:
Complete Dentures
These replace all missing teeth, gum and tissues.
Partial Dentures
Partial removable dentures are ideal for replacing a few missing teeth and can be removed at any time if required.
Partial fixed dentures perform the same function but require a dental professional to remove them.
Implant Retained Dentures
These are removable dentures with provide an anchor for the teeth and are designed to be removable.
Acrylic Dentures
Acrylic dentures are attached to an acrylic base plate and are extremely stable because of their close fitting against gums and natural teeth. They are fastened using metal clasps and support themselves by sitting on the edges of your gums. These dentures are budget friendly, relatively easy to remove and easy to adjust.
Caring for Dentures
For removable dentures, it is recommended that they be brushed and soaked on a daily basis. Use a non-abrasive denture cleaner and be sure to not scrub too aggressively while cleaning them. If you notice a build up of stains or plaque on your dentures, be sure to visit your dentist for a professional cleaning.
Quality Tooth Replacement with Dentures
Book an appointment with Northern Beaches Dental today to assess the severity of your TMJ dysfunction or Bruxism symptoms and let our expert cosmetic dentists recommend the ideal course of treatment.