Who's a Good Candidate for Dentures?
The loss of one natural tooth is devastating all on its own, but the loss of several or even an entire arch can result in severe complications for a patient’s overall quality of life. All of a sudden, it may be difficult to eat favorite foods, speak clearly with friends, and even smile. At Mountain Ridge Dental, we are here to help you regain a smile that provides the reliability and high level of function you need to enjoy every day to the fullest once more. To explore your options for dentures here in Bozeman, MT, give us a call to get schedule for a consult.
Dentures are a tried-and-true method of tooth replacement. To this day, they’re one of the most popular solutions for missing teeth! Whether you’re missing one or more teeth, dentures can be a good option. Your prosthetic teeth will be custom-made to fit your smile perfectly, ensuring you get the best results possible.
Traditional Full Dentures
Traditional Partial Dentures
When an entire arch of natural teeth has been lost, a traditional full denture can provide comprehensive coverage when patients need it most. This style of prosthetic is designed to sit on top of the natural gum line and stay in place through natural suction. Some patients prefer to use a little extra denture adhesive for additional stability, but this shouldn’t be necessary. Your full denture will be removable and should be taken out of the mouth while sleeping and when practicing oral hygiene.
If the patient has lost certain teeth along a single arch of the mouth and wants to preserve the natural, healthy structure that remains, a partial denture is the right choice. This style of prosthetic will attach into place with the help of brackets and/or clasps, filling these gaps in a lifelike and functional manner. Like full dentures, partials are designed to be removable.
Implant Dentures
We do think certain individuals can benefit from implant supported/fixed dentures. This is especially beneficial on the lower arch to keep the denture from moving around. It is a lot harder to keep the denture in on the lower arch due to mobile tissue, tongue, and movement of the jaw.