Dentures – Orem, UT
The Traditional Fix for Tooth Loss
Though it may seem “unnatural,” tooth loss is a fairly common condition. It’s to the point that roughly 178 million American adults lack at least one of their teeth. With that said, we at Frandsen Dental of Orem have long had a practical, time-tested solution: high-quality dentures in Orem! These prosthetics can make even the emptiest smiles full again, raising your quality of life. Just keep reading to learn about them in detail, or book a consultation soon.
Why Choose Frandsen Dental of Orem for Dentures?
- High-Quality Materials for Beautiful & Lasting Results
- Prosthetics Customized for Each Patient
- Implant Dentures Available
Who is a Good Candidate for Dentures?
It really doesn’t take much (aside from tooth loss) to qualify for modern dentures. As long as an adult has decent oral health, they’re usually eligible to get and use the restorations. Just note that not everyone with missing teeth is a good candidate for them. Some patients who still have a tooth (or more) may benefit from a different option, and others may lack healthy gums to support dentures.
Given these points, you should consult our dentists to see if dentures suit you. They’ll perform a proper oral exam to confirm whether you’re a good treatment candidate.
Types of Dentures
Based on your consultation results, we’ll advise that you get one of several kinds of dentures (if any). These potential types include:
Partial Dentures
Partial dentures are those that only replace a few teeth. As such, they work by fitting over your gumline with suction or by clasping onto “abutments” (i.e., nearby natural teeth). Each one uses its pink acrylic base and color-matched teeth to blend seamlessly with your smile.
Full Dentures
Unlike partial ones, full dentures replace a whole arch of teeth at once. That means they only use suction force or adhesives to remain secure; they don’t clasp onto abutments. Otherwise, their appearance is similar to partial dentures; they’re also tailored to fit snugly and comfortably over your gums.
Implant Dentures
All in all, implant dentures most suit patients who want a “permanent” option. They stand out by securing themselves with dental implants – metal posts that fuse to your jaw. Thanks to this placement method, implant dentures are highly secure; they never slip or fall like traditional ones. Plus, they have the perk of preventing (and reversing) facial collapse.
The Benefits of Dentures
Whether they’re “traditional” or not, dentures have excellent benefits. The most notable ones are:
- Beautiful Looks – Since they use high-quality materials, modern dentures look very realistic and lifelike. You can trust them to blend seamlessly with their surroundings.
- A Confidence Boost – Because dentures restore one’s smile, they give most patients a much-needed confidence boost. Using the prosthetics should leave you self-assured with friends and family.
- Better Nutrition – Well-fitted dentures provide teeth that help you chew and eat. In doing so, they expand your range of meal choices and improve your nutritional health.
- Long-Lasting Savings – Dentures don’t cost as much as dental bridges or dental implants, despite being very effective. The result is that they’re ideal for patients with limited budgets.