Dentures
Dentures in Farmington Hills, MI – Restore Your Smile and Confidence
At Smile at Life Dentistry, we offer dentures as a solution to replace missing teeth and restore the aesthetics of your smile. With our advanced digital workflow, we now offer faster turnaround times and greater precision. We can copy your existing dentures digitally, ensuring a perfect fit, and if you need dentures in a pinch, we can digitally scan you and get your dentures delivered in less than a week through our partner labs. Everything is now faster and more efficient, thanks to our digital impression scanner. While dentures can improve your appearance and give you the confidence to smile, it’s important to understand that dentures are often referred to as being "for smiling and not eating." Some people are fortunate to have great ridge and tissue support, but 80% of people with dentures are unhappy with the fit. They may look nice, but no one truly understands the discomfort and pain that can come with wearing them until they experience it firsthand. For a more permanent and functional solution, we recommend implants with dentures, which offer improved stability and functionality. Learn more about implant-supported dentures on our Implants Page.
What are Dentures?
Dentures are removable appliances used to replace missing teeth and surrounding tissues. They are designed to closely resemble your natural teeth and gums, restoring your smile. Dentures are available in two main types:
- Full Dentures: These replace all of the teeth in the upper or lower jaw.
- Partial Dentures: These are used when only some teeth are missing, and they attach to your remaining natural teeth.
While dentures can improve your appearance and give you back your smile, they come with limitations, particularly when it comes to functionality.
Limitations of Traditional Dentures
Traditional dentures can improve the aesthetics of your smile, but they are often not the best option for daily functionality. Common issues with traditional dentures include:
- Difficulty Chewing: Dentures can shift while eating, making it hard to chew tough or sticky foods.
- Bone Loss: Dentures can accelerate bone loss in the jaw over time.
- Discomfort and Soreness: Ill-fitting dentures can cause sore spots and discomfort, especially during meals.
- Adhesives Required: Many patients rely on dental adhesives to keep dentures in place, which can be inconvenient and messy.
Why We Recommend Implant-Supported Dentures
For patients looking for a more functional and long-term solution, we recommend implants with dentures. Implant-supported dentures offer greater stability and function, as the implants provide a secure anchor for the dentures. Key benefits include:
- Improved Chewing Function: Implants provide a stable foundation, making chewing easier.
- Prevents Bone Loss: Implants stimulate the jawbone, preventing bone loss.
- More Comfort: Implant-supported dentures don’t shift, reducing discomfort and the need for adhesives.
- Long-Lasting Solution: Implants are a permanent solution that offers a secure fit.
To learn more about how implant-supported dentures can improve your quality of life, visit our Implants Page.
Types of Dentures We Offer
At Smile at Life Dentistry, we offer a variety of denture options:
- Traditional Full Dentures: Custom-made to fit your gums and replace all of the teeth in your upper or lower arch.
- Partial Dentures: Replace a few missing teeth and are anchored to your remaining natural teeth.
- Immediate Dentures: Placed right after tooth extractions so you don’t go without teeth while your mouth heals.
- Implant-Supported Dentures: Offer greater stability and function, anchored by implants in the jawbone.
Caring for Your Dentures
Proper care is essential to maintaining your dentures:
- Clean them daily: Use a soft-bristle brush and denture cleaner.
- Soak them overnight: Keep dentures moist to maintain their shape.
- Handle with care: Dentures can break if dropped.
- Regular checkups: Visit us to ensure proper fit and address any issues.
FAQs About
Dentures
Dentures restore some ability to eat, but they don’t provide the same chewing power as natural teeth or implant-supported dentures. For better chewing function, we recommend implants with dentures.
Implant-supported dentures use dental implants placed in the jawbone to securely anchor the dentures, providing improved stability, comfort, and function compared to traditional dentures. Learn more on our Implants Page.
Dentures can last 5-10 years with proper care but may need adjustments or replacements due to wear or changes in your jawbone.
Clean them daily and soak them overnight in a denture-cleaning solution to maintain their shape.
Some patients may experience sore spots or discomfort when adjusting to dentures. Implant-supported dentures often offer more comfort and stability.
Contact Us for Dentures in Farmington Hills and Surrounding Areas
If you’re considering dentures or want to learn more about implant-supported dentures, contact Smile at Life Dentistry today. We proudly serve Farmington Hills and surrounding areas, including Livonia, Westland, West Bloomfield, Bloomfield Hills, Novi, Wixom, Commerce Township, Northville, Plymouth, South Lyon, Southfield, and more. Our experienced team will help you choose the best option to restore your smile and improve your quality of life. Call us at 248-553-3553 or text us to schedule your consultation. Let us help you achieve a confident smile with the right denture solution for your needs!
