Dentures – Schenectady, NY
Beautiful & Reliable Tooth Replacement
If you have lost all or most of your teeth, Dr. Page and our Schenectady dental team are ready to assess your case and design a treatment plan to help you rebuild your smile. We may recommend that you receive dentures. We custom design each prosthetic so it provides beautiful, reliable tooth replacement and enables you to eat a wide variety of foods. Read this page to learn more about dentures, and contact us when you are ready to book your consultation.
Why Choose Capital Smiles for Dentures?
- Custom Designed for Each Patient
- Highly Skilled & Empathetic Team
- State-of-the-Art Technology
Who Is a Good Candidate for Dentures?
Dentures are a suitable option for virtually anyone who has suffered extensive tooth loss. They have the potential to restore a degree of chewing power, enhance your confidence, and more.
Dr. Page will examine your mouth to determine for sure if dentures are right for you. If you have only lost a few teeth, a different type of tooth replacement may be a better option. If you have active gum disease or other significant oral health conditions, you may need to undergo preliminary care before you receive dentures.
Effects of Missing Teeth
Whether you have missing teeth due to gum disease, injury, or other circumstances, your condition may have substantial consequences for your daily life. For example, many edentulous (missing all teeth) individuals feel self-conscious in social situations and may tend to isolate themselves. You might also feel a sense of loss because missing teeth limit your food choices.
The good news is that the problems caused by missing teeth are often solvable with the help of dentures, which have the potential to increase your confidence, expand your dietary options, and much more.
What Qualifies You for Dentures?
You may be qualified to receive dentures if:
- You have suffered moderate to severe tooth loss. (If you are missing just one or two teeth, a different treatment may be more suitable for you.)
- You want a cost-effective way to rebuild your smile.
- Your jawbone is strong enough to support dentures.
- You are free of active gum disease.
During your consultation, Dr. Page and our team will carefully evaluate your situation and give you an expert opinion on whether dentures are a fit for you.
Alternative Tooth Replacement Options
If dentures are not right for you, you might be a candidate for another form of tooth replacement, such as:
- A fixed bridge. A traditional dental bridge consists of two crowns that support one or more artificial teeth between them. Bridges are strong and cost-effective. They are a popular treatment for people who have lost one or more teeth in a row.
- Dental implants. Dental implants are prosthetic tooth roots that can be used to support crowns, bridges, and dentures. They are incredibly strong and are often hailed as the gold standard of tooth replacement. Although implants cost more than traditional treatments, they are a great value because they tend to last for a very long time.
Types of Dentures
There are a few different types of dentures. During your consultation, our team will carefully evaluate the details of your case before recommending your next steps. Depending on the situation, we might advise you to get partial dentures, full dentures, or implant dentures.
Partial Dentures
If you still have some healthy natural teeth, you may be a candidate for partial dentures. They are sort of like a puzzle piece that fits in around the existing dentition. Metal or acrylic clasps help to keep them in place during eating and speaking.
Full Dentures
A full denture replaces either all of the upper or lower teeth. Dentures usually consist of an acrylic base and acrylic or porcelain teeth. Usually, natural suction or a mild adhesive helps to keep them secure during everyday activities. They are always carefully designed so they fit as comfortably as possible over the gums.
Implant Dentures
Instead of relying on suction or adhesive for support, implant dentures are anchored in the jawbone via prosthetic tooth roots (dental implants). With as few as two or as many as six or eight implants, our team can create an incredibly sturdy base for a set of prosthetic teeth. Implant dentures tend to be stronger and longer-lasting than their traditional counterparts.
The Benefits of Dentures
Some of the most noteworthy benefits of dentures include:
- They are customized for each patient, so you can be confident that your teeth will look good and function well.
- They can equip you to eat a wide variety of nutritious foods.
- They can fill out your cheeks to prevent them from looking hollow and sunken.
- Dentures are quite cost-effective.
- Maintaining and caring for dentures is simple. A good oral hygiene routine and other practical measures can keep them in good shape for years.