Dentures are appliances that are custom-made to replace missing teeth and to restore the appearance and oral functions that were lost. Denture technology has advanced and as a result, dentures today look very natural and are quite comfortable. You may be surprised by just how natural your dentures can look! At Mentor Smiles, our cosmetic dentist provides full and partial dentures for those in Mentor, Willoughby Hills, Painesville, Kirtland, Eastlake, Willoughby, and the Concord Township, OH. If you're interested in a complete smile makeover, we welcome you to contact our office today to learn more about our denture implants or to schedule an appointment!
Full dentures replace all of your upper, lower, or sometimes both sets of teeth. They are fitted into an acrylic base that is crafted to look like your gums. An upper denture features a plate, which covers the roof of your mouth, while the lower denture is horseshoe-shaped and rests securely on the gum and bone tissues.
Dentures can either replace all of your teeth or only some of your teeth. Dentures that replace all of your teeth are known as complete dentures while ones that replace some are known as partial dentures. Partial dentures fill in the gaps of any missing teeth while anchoring to remaining teeth. They are attached to a metal frame that is connected to your natural teeth and are used to fill in where permanent teeth have been removed.
Not only do dentures improve the appearance of a smile with many missing teeth, but they also help retain the shape of your face by supporting the structures around the cheeks and lips. Additional reasons one might consider dentures include:
If you are interested in seeing if you are a candidate for full or partial dentures, do not hesitate to reach out to the team at Mentor Smiles. We have been providing residents in Mentor, Willoughby Hills, Concord Township, and Painesville, OH with a variety of services since 2002.
You can rely on us for restorative dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, hygiene, and more.