For the Totnes area contact the practice of Simon Hocken at 8 Symmons Place, The Plains. The dentures are made by Dr. Wilding in his laboratory in Chagford, near Dartmoor. All dentures are made on an adjustable articulator. This is a device which is set specially for each patient, to copy the dimensions, and relationships of their jaws. This process enables the denture teeth to be set so that when the dentures are finished , and put to use, there is better chance of coordinated tooth contact during chewing.
Dentures can never replace the function of natural teeth unless supported by implants.
Most people manage, nevertheless to eat most foods they like, although there are some foods with small seeds, like figs and tomatoes that are usually difficult. Meat can also be awkward, as we cannot bite as hard with dentures as we could with our natural teeth. Dentures can look quite natural, and maintain the support of the lips and cheeks just like natural teeth. As teeth have such an important influence on our appearance, you, and your family, will be encouraged to participate in the development of a pleasing cosmetic result. There are no absolute indicators for implants as everyone's needs are different.