Dentures – an excellent solution for missing teeth
Most people think dentures are thick, bulky and uncomfortable and associate them with old people; however, nowadays dentures are much lighter and more comfortable. Dentures are used to replace one or more missing teeth that may have been lost as a result of decay, injury or ageing. Dentures can either be partial or full; partial dentures are used to replace a small number of teeth, while full dentures replace a whole set of teeth.
What are the alternatives to dentures?
Dentists in Halifax also offer patients dental implants and dental bridges to replace missing teeth; your dentist will discuss the pros and cons of each treatment and then you can make a decision which treatment to go for.
How long do dentures last?
Over the course of time, people’s mouth change shape very gradually; this means patients need to have either minor adjustments to their existing dentures or a new set of dentures to make sure they fit the patient’s mouth properly. Typically, dentures should last a number of years if they are looked after properly.
Looking after dentures
It is important to look after your dentures by rinsing them thoroughly each night; most people remove their dentures at night and leave them in a glass of cool water over night; sometimes it may also be beneficial to dissolve a cleaning substance in the water. Dentists will also recommend that patients brush their dentures regularly to ensure that all traces of bacteria are removed.