Missing teeth can profoundly impact several aspects of life, such as chewing, speech, and overall facial aesthetics. Patients who lose one or more teeth often experience difficulties in various social situations, which in turn reduces their self-esteem. Fortunately, a range of restorative treatments help either partially or completely edentulous patients improve their quality of life.
At Precision Dentistry of Olympia, we take a conservative approach to treating our patients, helping them keep their natural teeth alive as long as possible. However, we understand that tooth loss has negative consequences for oral health. So, we offer various denture options tailored to your specific needs.
What Are Dentures?
Dentures are custom dental prostheses designed to help partially or completely edentulous patients improve their quality of life, allowing them to chew properly, speak clearly, and regain self-esteem. Dentures feature a pink-colored metallic or acrylic base, mimicking your natural gums. These bases support the prosthetic teeth. Dentures come in various shapes and designs that best fit each clinical case. So, whatever your budget or the number of teeth you’re missing, dentures are an effective solution for you!
What Denture Options Available in Olympia?
At Precision Dentistry of Olympia, our team is dedicated to providing our patients with a variety of quality and budget-friendly dentures. After an initial consultation, Dr. Xu can advise on the best option that best suits you.
Traditional Complete Dentures
These dentures are removable prostheses crafted to help fully edentulous patients restore their smile and functionality. They are the most affordable denture option, used to replace missing teeth either in a single arch or both arches. However, they may not offer the ideal stability and durability compared to implant dentures since their retention primarily depends on adhesives and suction methods.
Traditional Partial Dentures
At Precision Dentistry of Olympia, we are very transparent with our patients. That’s why we offer a variety of restorative treatments for patients who have lost one or more teeth but still have remaining natural teeth. Removable partial dentures are ideal for those who are not good candidates for dental implants or fixed bridges. This budget-friendly denture option features a metallic or non-metallic denture base with artificial teeth, relying on adjacent natural teeth to get adequate support and retention.
Implant Dentures “Fixed Dentures”
This denture option is the ideal choice for restoring missing teeth since it uses dental implants, which are titanium posts inserted in the jawbone, to get optimal support, retention, and stability for the denture. Although implant-supported dentures are more expensive than other denture options, they offer the best strength and durability, keeping the denture fixed and secured in place for years to come while preserving the health of your jawbone. So, you don’t need to worry about denture slippage during speech or chewing.
Snap-On Dentures “Implant-Retained Overdentures”
Both implant-supported and snap-on dentures use dental implants to support the prosthetic denture. However, Snap-On dentures are removable, allowing patients to remove the denture overnight for proper rinsing. They are securely attached to fixed dental implants during use, ensuring good retention and stability. Snap-on dentures, or overdentures, are a less expensive option than fixed dentures.
Immediate Dentures
Did you know that you can get a same-day denture? If you’re planning to extract one or more hopeless teeth and are still worried about your appearance in public without teeth, same-day dentures could be a suitable option, helping you leave the office with a new set of teeth in place. Since your gums and jawbone often shrink during the healing period after extraction, immediate dentures are less accurate than traditional ones. However, denture relining solves this issue, ensuring a proper fit after healing!
What Is the Process of Getting Dentures in Olympia?
Thanks to the advanced technology our team utilizes at Precision Dentistry of Olympia, the process of getting dentures has become much smoother and more comfortable. So, whatever your clinical condition is, our skilled team will take care of you, ensuring you receive a high-quality denture in fewer visits. Here’s what the process looks like:
Initial Examination
During your first visit to Precision Dentistry of Olympia, Dr. Xu will carefully examine your mouth, determine the quality of your bone, and offer a variety of denture options that best suit you.
Taking a Digital Impression
Are you tired of goopy impression materials? We utilize intraoral scanners to capture a precise 3D digital impression, allowing our team to replicate all your intraoral structures while ensuring your comfort during the appointment.
Designing Your Denture
Our team employs CAD software to meticulously design a custom denture based on the captured digital impression, ensuring an accurate shape, size, and tooth position.
Denture Fabrication
Using our milling technology along with 3D printers, we bring your denture to reality. Dr. Xu will then perform some final touches post-fabrication to ensure its smoothness and perfect fit.
At Precision Dentistry of Olympia, we are committed to helping you restore your smile and confidence through our comprehensive denture services. Understanding tooth loss’s impact on your quality of life, we offer personalized solutions, from traditional dentures to advanced implant-supported options. Our state-of-the-art technology, combined with Dr. Xu’s expert care, ensures a comfortable and efficient process, providing you with dentures that look natural, feel comfortable, and enhance your overall well-being. Let us help you rediscover the joy of a complete smile. Contact us today at (360) 995-0025 to begin your journey towards improved oral health and confidence.
Read more about how to care for dentures in our denture guide.
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