Dentures are the most commonly used dental restoration for replacing missing teeth. They consist of artificial teeth attached to a pink base. The artificial teeth mimic the natural teeth, while the pink base mimics the gum tissues. Dentures are custom-designed for each patient to fit snugly over the gum line. They can be used to replace a few or all the teeth on a dental arch. Dr. Rebecca Benedict helps restore rows or arches of missing teeth with dentures in Tampa, FL.
Types of Dentures in Tampa, FL
There are two types of dentures:
Full Dentures
Full dentures or complete dentures are used when all the teeth on a dental arch require replacement. Complete dentures can be either immediate or conventional. Immediate dentures are made after extracting any remaining problem teeth. Conventional dentures are made after the tissues have healed.
Partial Dentures
Partial dentures are used when not all but a few teeth on any dental arch need replacement. They consist of artificial teeth attached to a pink-colored base. The backs of the dentures are connected to metal frameworks that are attached to the neighboring teeth and keep the dentures in place.
The Benefit of Dentures
Some of the most prominent benefits of dentures are as follows:
- Dentures can replace a few or all the teeth on a dental arch.
- They are removable and can be removed when according to the patient’s will.
- Dentures restore a patient’s confidence and self-esteem by filling in the unsightly gaps left by tooth loss.
- The patient’s chewing ability improves as the gaps left by missing teeth are filled.
- Dentures also correct and improve speech.
- They are the most cost-effective and the most affordable when it comes to replacing missing teeth.
- Partial dentures are strong and can easily withstand biting and chewing forces.
- They are removable in nature and can be easily maintained.
- Partial dentures prevent the underlying bone from dissolving and keep them sturdy.
- Partial dentures also correct the lisp in a patient’s speech and improve pronunciation.
- The placement of partial dentures is easy, non-invasive, and non-surgical.
If you have facial sagging, speech issues, or difficulty eating due to multiple missing teeth, ask about dentures today.
Contact Our Office
Do you want to replace missing permanent teeth? Call Dr. Rebecca Benedict for treatment today at 813-733-6981. You can also request a dental appointment with Dr. Benedict online. Please let us know if you have any current concerns or questions about treatment, and we will be glad to help!