Dentures And Partial Dentures in Sun Prairie

What's The Function Of Dentures?

When you've lost several teeth, you can lose the ability to eat, chew, and speak, and you may also lose some of your self-confidence and self-esteem. Dentures can help restore your self-confidence as well as your ability to enunciate and resume eating your favorite foods. Your replacement teeth are matched to the color and shape of your natural teeth, so it won't be obvious that they aren't your natural teeth.

Your teeth are more than aesthetics for your face. They help to maintain the structural integrity of your jaw, and they're the first stage of your digestive system. When you don't have teeth, your food isn't properly prepared for digestion, so you may have digestive problems. Dentures may fix that.

Although dentures may seem expensive initially, they're an excellent investment in your long-term health. With the correct maintenance, they can last for years, decades, or even the rest of your life. If you're interested in getting new teeth in Sun Prairie, then give us a call.

What Types Of Affordable Quality Dentures Are Available?

Technological advances in dentistry have dramatically improved the appearance of dentures, and they're no longer the bulky, unattractive teeth that sat in a jar on the dresser. Many newer dentures have the translucent appearance of your natural teeth, and when they're matched in shape and shade to your natural teeth, no one will know you're wearing them. The following are some of the options now available.

Full Denture/Complete Denture

These artificial teeth can be used for the upper or lower jaw and can be removable and rest on your gums, or fixed, which means it's anchored with dental implants. Any teeth in your gums will be extracted when you opt for a full or complete denture.

Partial Denture

When you have some healthy teeth but there are toothless gaps, a partial denture may be helpful. Although it's similar to a bridge, which is permanently installed, a partial is attached by clasps to adjacent teeth and must be removed for nightly cleaning.

Flexible Partial Denture

A flexible partial denture is made of a flexible material that's the same color as your gum, so it blends in with your natural teeth. It's somewhat more comfortable than a typical partial since the material is flexible and there's no metal involved.

Implant-Supported Denture

An implant-supported denture is secured by several implants, and the number of implants depends on the individual. This type of denture can be permanent or removable, and can be ball-retained or bar-retained, depending on individual preference. However, both types must be removed nightly for cleaning.

A permanent or fixed denture isn't removed, it's permanently attached to two, four, or more implants. The advantage to this type of denture is that you always have a mouth full of attractive teeth. They look, feel, and function like your natural teeth, and no one will know you're wearing them unless you tell them.

All-On-4® Treatment Concept

All-on-4 dentures use only four implants per denture, making them one of the most popular types of dentures. Two of the implants are installed at an angle in the back of the jaw. This provides additional stability and enables a stronger bite. If you're interested in the All-on-4 system, then call our Sun Prairie office and we'll be happy to help you.

What's The Procedure For Getting Dentures?

When you've decided to get your new teeth, call our office. Your dentist will take measurements and make an impression of your teeth. We'll extract any teeth that need to go, and you'll be provided with a temporary denture. At this time, we'll place any implants that you'll need, and then order your permanent denture.

When we receive your permanent denture, you'll return to our Sun Prairie office and we'll place your denture, adjust it for fit and comfort, and then you'll have a new smile.

Will My Dentures Be Expensive?

Your dentures cost will be unique to you and will depend on several factors, such as:

• The type of denture you select
• The number of implants needed
• Additional work you might need
• The number of followup office visits required
• Your insurance coverage

Many insurance plans provide benefits for affordable quality dentures, but we recommend that you speak to your provider before your initial appointment, so that you know your plan benefits, exclusions, and limitations. We'll work with you to maximize the benefits of your insurance coverage.

What Is A Soft Denture Reline?

A soft reline lines the hard acrylic interior of your artificial teeth with a soft, pliable material that should last for as long as two years, and alleviate the pain and sore spots that sometimes occur.

Need New Teeth In Sun Prairie?

If you need new teeth, then call Westside Dental at (608) 909-1681 and we can help you. Our dentists are among the best, and we're sure you'll be thrilled with your new smile!

Call us today. You'll be glad you did.