Dentures in Kandivali

What are dentures?- Dentures in Kandivali

Dentures are removable prostheses used to replace missing teeth. Depending on the number of missing teeth, there are mainly two types of dentures: complete dentures, which replace a full set of teeth, and partial dentures, which replace more than one missing tooth, but not all.

How does the new denture feel? – Dentures in Kandivali

It may feel weird to wear a new set of dentures in the initial few days. The few days are a bit uncomfortable and require a lot of practice and patience. Our chief dentist at Dental Care Clinic and Implant Centre Kandivali always suggests wearing the denture for maximum hours in the day. The denture might feel tight initially, and you may have difficulty eating and speaking. Wearing the dentures for long hours is advisable to get used to them. The tongue naturally tends to throw out any foreign body in the mouth. However, with proper training and patience, it becomes easier to wear the dentures. It is always advised not to wear dentures if you feel any spicule or sharp edge troubling you.    

Procedure for getting dentures – Dentures in Kandivali

• The first and foremost step is the careful clinical examination of your mouth, during which our experts will analyze the remaining teeth and the surrounding structures before customizing the denture for you.
• Now comes the impression-making step. It is essential as it helps determine your bite during the final impression step. Once the bite is set, the teeth are set according to the bite in a trial denture.
• The trial denture is checked for speech and fits in your mouth. Minor adjustments are made if required before everything is set for the final fabrication. 
• The final fabrication of dentures is done after the satisfactory trial of the customized trial dentures. 

Will dentures affect my look?

The complete dentures are designed to mimic your natural teeth. The missing teeth will result in the jaw bones’ resorption, making you look older. The complete dentures give you a more youthful and fuller look. The overall appearance changes from sagging to a more youthful appearance, enhancing the overall aesthetics. 

Is eating difficult with dentures?

Eating with the new dentures in the initial few days may be challenging. The new dentures are foreign to your tongue and cheek musculature, making it more difficult to chew properly as they tend to dislodge them. However, you can train your muscles with constant practice, making it easier to chew with the new dentures.

Is it a painful process?

No, the entire process of denture fabrication is painless. If any bone augmentation procedure is required, it is performed under local anesthesia. Bone augmentation makes the jawbones more favorable for receiving the prosthesis.

Will it change the way I speak?

It does not change how you speak, but speaking a few words can be challenging in the initial few days. As you get used to wearing dentures, they become part of your mouth. You can practice speaking slowly in front of the mirror. You must report to our team at Dental Care Clinic and Implant Centre Kandivali immediately if you feel the dentures are loose or dislodged during speaking.

Do we have to wear them 24hrs?

No, we don’t advise you to wear the dentures for 24 hours. You must remove them at night and store them as our team instructed. Removing them at night allows the supporting tissues to rest, which prevents tissue soreness.

Living with dentures – Dentures in Kandivali

Initial adjustment

The initial adjustment phase requires patience and practice. Wear your prosthesis for as long as you can during the initial phase. It might feel weird, and your tongue will tend to throw it out initially, but you have to be patient. Regular practice lets you master the art of wearing the dentures confidently. The only point you should remember is that there should be no sharp points or edges of the dentures that can cause ulcers.

Eating with your new dentures

We usually suggest starting with an initial soft diet as it becomes easier to chew the soft diet. Moving on to your regular diet straightaway can be challenging initially. Regular practice with the soft diet lets you control the dentures and slowly chew your regular food easily. 

Talking with new dentures

It takes time for the orofacial muscles to get used to the new prosthesis in the mouth. The tongue and facial muscles need to adjust themselves to stabilize the denture.

Brushing

Dentures require a unique cleaning solution and a denture cleaning brush. Regular toothpaste and brushes do not adequately clean dentures and can abrade the surface. It is advisable to clean your dentures twice daily and store them in water at night. 

Soaking

It is always advisable to use a denture cleaning solution to soak the dentures before cleaning them. It is best to soak them in the cleansing solution for deep cleansing action. The antimicrobial properties help kill the bacteria.