Dentures

Better Smiles Dental

Since 2002, Better Smiles Dental Care has provided personalized treatments for their patients, such as those suffering from tooth loss. Tooth loss can make it difficult to eat, talk, and can even reduce your confidence. One of the most popular treatments among patients suffering from these issues is dentures. Portsmouth NH residents can make an appointment to have dentures fitted in a local, friendly environment.

Denture Services

Dentures are removable false teeth, typically made from plastic, nylon, or metal. You can either get a full set of dentures, which replaces all of your upper or lower teeth, or partial dentures. Partial dentures replace just one or a few missing teeth. They fit snugly over your gums, which helps them to look more natural and ensures that they’re more comfortable.

The Average Experience of the Procedure

First, the dentist will determine the best course of treatment for your circumstances. Then, they will take an impression of your mouth and teeth so that a technician can make a denture that fits your mouth. Once the denture has been made, the dentist can fit it into your mouth.

If you’re needing a complete denture, where a row of teeth is removed to  be completely replaced, you may get immediate dentures, where they are installed immediately after extraction. Otherwise, you will have a try-in period, where a soft wax version of your dentures will be tested in your mouth first. This process can take weeks or months.

Some people find dentures uncomfortable at first, but your mouth usually adjusts after a few days. They can last several years with proper care and regular check-ups but will need replacing as your jaw and gums naturally change shape over time.

If you are interested in a consultation or would like to ask us questions about your dental health, please get in touch with us here! Or, if you would like to know more about our other procedures, you can browse our services page here.