What is the difference between regular and partial dentures?

Regular dentures are a full replacement of both sets of teeth, both upper and lower. Partial dentures are configurations for people who still have some functioning teeth remaining that they wish to keep.

How will my mouth feel with new dentures?

There will be an adjustment period. You may feel like you have a full mouth, notice your lips being pushed forward, feel your teeth are too big, or salivate more at first. These feelings usually subside after about 14 days.

How do I care for my dentures?

Remove, wash, and rinse them, and rinse after eating since plaque and tartar can build up. Use special denture toothpaste, keep them moist in a cleaning solution when not worn, rest your gums by removing them at night, and see your dentist for adjustments.

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Q: Will dentures affect my speech?

Yes, at first. The S, Sh, Th, and Ch sounds are most likely to be affected, and there may be a new whistling or hissing sound. Regular speaking and reading out loud for a few days will retrain you.

Complete and partial dentures in Torrance to replace missing teeth, restore your ability to eat and speak, and keep your smile looking and feeling natural. - Regular dentures are a full replacement of both sets of teeth, both upper and lower. Partial dentures are any number of configurations for people who may still have some functioning teeth remaining that they wish to keep.

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Complete and partial dentures in Torrance to replace missing teeth, restore your ability to eat and speak, and keep your smile looking and feeling natural.

Regular dentures are a full replacement of both sets of teeth, both upper and lower. Partial dentures are any number of configurations for people who may still have some functioning teeth remaining that they wish to keep.

Adjusting to Your Dentures

When you first get dentures, there will be an adjustment period. You may feel like you have a full mouth, with a hyperawareness of your lips being pushed forward, and you may even feel like your teeth are too big or salivate more at first. These feelings will eventually subside after about 14 days, and during this initial adjustment period you may be advised to wear the dentures all the time, only taking them out for cleaning. Dentures can also affect your speech at first; the most likely phonetics to be affected are S, Sh, Th, and Ch sounds, and there may be a new whistling or hissing sound. Regular speaking, and reading out loud to yourself for a few days, will eventually retrain you. As for eating, some people adjust after a few weeks while others may take up to six months, and any food that requires hard biting with the front teeth, such as corn on the cob or an apple, may always present some challenges.

Full dentures to replace both upper and lower teeth
Partial dentures for patients keeping some natural teeth
Guidance through the adjustment period
Support for speech and eating with dentures
Cleaning and care instructions to protect your gums

Cleaning and Caring for Dentures

While taking care of your teeth is no longer part of your oral hygiene regimen, maintaining the health of your gums and keeping your dentures clean is still crucial. Dentures can be removed, washed, and rinsed, and it is a good idea to rinse them out after eating, since plaque and eventually tartar may still build up on dentures. Use special toothpaste designed for dentures rather than regular fluoridated toothpaste. When handling dentures, remember they are moist and may be slippery, so set a towel on the sink or fill the sink with water to soften any falls. Whenever you remove them, such as when you go to sleep, keep them in a cleaning solution or other liquid to prevent them from drying out.

Resting Your Gums and Routine Care

It is not a good idea to wear your dentures all the time; your gums need rest, so put your dentures away for the night. Continue to see your dentist so that changes in your gums can be detected and adjustments to your dentures can be made by a professional. Contact Torrance Dental Center to schedule a denture consultation or to have an existing set evaluated.

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