If you think you need dentures, Dr. Joseph Boulos and Dr. Julie Boulos of All Coast Dental in Pacific Beach CA have a full-service dental practice that provides all the dental services you require.
What are dentures?
Dentures are a removable replacement for missing teeth. The replacement teeth are attached to a pink or natural gum-colored plastic base. When you need to have some or all of your teeth removed, it can be traumatic. Your self-esteem can take a major hit. Your smile is how many people judge you and a toothless smile isn't going to make a great first impression.
Types of dentures
You may think that dentures are dentures, but that is too simplistic. There are several different types.
- Conventional full dentures
- Immediate full dentures
- Partial dentures
Conventional full dentures- With this type of denture, your natural teeth will all be removed, and your gums will be allowed to heal. This can take a few months and, in the interim, you will not have any teeth in your mouth.
Immediate full dentures- With these dentures, your dentist will take measurements before all of your teeth are removed. The dentures will be there when your teeth are removed, and they will go into your mouth immediately. You will not have to go without teeth, but you will need to come back for fittings. The jaw will change as it heals.
Partial dentures- When you have teeth left in your mouth, a partial denture will be created. Basically, this is a removable bridge.
Benefit of dentures
When you have teeth removed, it can change everything about your mouth. When it is all of your teeth, you will have difficulty chewing food. The appearance of your face will also change and look sunken. It may also have a very negative effect on your self-confidence. The benefits of dentures include:
- Allows you to eat and speak correctly
- Keeps sag out of facial muscles
- Makes you look younger
- Improve your smile
- Made to resemble your natural teeth
It may take a little while to get used to dentures in Pacific Beach, CA. They may feel odd in your mouth. Keep wearing them every day, it will help you to adjust to the difference in feeling. It will take some practice to get used to eating with them. Your dentist will check with you to make sure you are adjusting and make any adjustments to the fit as needed.
If you are considering dentures, Dr. Joseph Boulos and Dr. Julie Boulos of All Coast Dental in Pacific Beach, CA are here to help you to make this important decision. Call the office at 858-270-4904.