Dentures

Dentures in Rockville, MD, replace teeth lost to an accident or dental disease. Partial dentures replace two or more consecutive missing teeth, while full dentures replace all-natural teeth.

Removable vs. Implant Supported Dentures

Removable dentures rely on your gums and jawbones to remain in place. The top row of dentures rests on the palate of your mouth, and the suctioning power created by the dentures forms a seal to secure them. The bottom row of dentures goes over your lower gums and remains in place with the help of denture adhesive, which you may also need for your top gums.

Before going to bed each night, you take your dentures out and soak them in a cup with water and a dissolvable denture cleaning tablet. You may need to give up certain foods to avoid breaking your dentures or having them fall out of your mouth.

Import-supported dentures are non-removable and remain in your mouth permanently. Dr. Nouri or Dr. Aghaee places up to four implant posts in each jaw that hold your replacement teeth in place. You will need to have a bone graft if the area of your jawbone receiving the implant does not have strong enough bone to support it. Dr. Nouri or Dr. Aghaee transfers small amounts of bone fragments from one area of your jawbone to another or uses donor bone from a bone bank.

Receiving implant-supported dentures takes longer than traditional dentures because you need to wait for your jaw to heal after your dentist installs the implants. The implants act as your new tooth roots.

Steps Involved with Getting Dentures

During your consultation, Dr. Nouri or Dr. Aghaee takes impressions of your gums and any teeth you have left. Our dental laboratory then creates a model of your teeth and gums to help our dentists plan for your new dentures. You come in for a final fitting of your customized dentures after our lab technicians finish creating them. Your dentist will ensure that your dentures fit snugly in your mouth and make any necessary adjustments at that time.

Living with missing teeth puts your oral health at risk and can affect your confidence. Please schedule a consultation to learn more about dentures in Rockville, MD.