NOVEMBER IS NATIONAL DIABETES MONTH. TAKE THE RISK TEST HERE Dentures Breadcrumb Gentle Dental Care Dental Services Partial and Full Dentures At Gentle Dental, we understand that dentures and dental appliances may be a good solution for some patients. Having the right denture fit is extremely important not only for your confidence, but also for eating and proper speech. Our dentists and staff will ensure the quality of your dentures so you can feel confident when you smile. If you are wondering if dentures are the right choice for you, schedule an appointment today! BOOK NOW What Are Dentures? Dentures are a removable dental appliance that helps replace missing teeth and surrounding tissue. It is made to closely resemble your natural teeth and may even enhance your smile. There are two types of dentures – a complete full set and partial dentures. Complete dentures are used when all of the teeth are missing, while partial dentures are used when some natural teeth remain. A partial denture not only fills in the spaces created by missing teeth; it prevents other teeth from shifting. A complete denture may be either “conventional” or “immediate.” A conventional type is made after the teeth have been removed and the gum tissue has healed, usually taking 4 to 6 weeks. During this time the patient typically is fitted with an immediate temporary set of dentures until the mouth heals and the permanent dentures are completed. Immediate dentures are made in advance and immediately placed after the natural teeth are removed. This prevents the patient from being without teeth during the healing process. Once healed, adjustments are made to ensure an optimal fit of the permanent dentures. Dentures are typically durable dental appliances and will last many years. However, due to normal wear, they may need to be adjusted, repaired or remade over time. NEW: Gentle Dental Arlington is now offering Pala digital dentures! Get a perfect smile in just 2 visits. With Pala Digital Dentures, digital records are kept on file, so dentures can be easily duplicated or remade without impressions. Schedule an appointment today. Reasons for Dentures Complete Denture – Loss of all teeth in an arch Partial Denture – Loss of several teeth in an arch Enhancing your smile and overall appearance Improve chewing, speech, and digestion What Is the Process for Getting Dentures? The process of getting dentures requires several appointments, usually over several weeks to fully allow the healing process. Highly accurate impressions (molds) and measurements are taken and used to create your custom denture. Several “try-in” appointments may be necessary to ensure proper shape, color, and fit. At the final appointment, your dentist will precisely adjust and place the completed denture, ensuring a natural and comfortable fit. It is normal to experience increased saliva flow, some soreness, and possible speech and chewing challenges after the procedure. This will subside as your mouth and muscles get used to the new dentures. You will be given care instructions for your new set of dentures. Proper cleaning of your new dental appliance, good oral hygiene, and regular dental visits will aid in the life of your dentures. Life and daily activities can become difficult if you start losing your teeth. From difficulty while eating, speaking and smiling, loss of teeth can also result in loss of confidence. Missing teeth, has a negative impact not only on other teeth but your overall face and mouth structure, including the cheeks and lips. Dentures can help restore your mouth to full functionality and improve your quality of life. When you need quality dental care – contact us today! BOOK NOW Schedule a Free Consultation Today First Name Last Name Phone Email Office Location Select Arlington Attleboro Belmont Beverly Boston – Newbury St Braintree Brighton Brockton Brookline Burlington Cambridge Chelmsford Concord Hospital Concord – South Main St Derry Franklin Hudson Jamaica Plain Malden Manchester Elm St Manchester South Willow Medford Methuen Milford Nashua – Main St Natick New Bedford Newton North Andover Norwood Peabody Quincy Rochester Saugus Seekonk Somerville South Boston South Nashua Stoughton Wakefield Waltham West Roxbury Woburn Worcester at the Trolley Yard Worcester – Shrewsbury St First Time at Any Gentle Dental? Yes No Select Date Preferred Appointment Time(s) Morning Afternoon Evening Reason for Appointment Footer Locations Dental Services Payment Options Patient Resources About Us Health & Safety Partners and Associations Follow Us © 2021 Gentle Dental of New England – All Rights Reserved. Gentle Dental is a 42 North Dental Care, PLLC practice and is owned and operated by licensed dentists. Sitemap Privacy Policy Disclaimer