The right denture for you

"What are dentures?"

Dentures are removable prosthetic devices designed to replace missing teeth.

"What are partial dentures?"

Partial dentures are dentures that replace only a few missing teeth.

"What are complete dentures?"

Complete dentures are dentures that replace a complete set of missing teeth.

"What is the difference between conventional dentures and immediate dentures?"

Conventional dentures are dentures that are made and placed after the remaining teeth are removed and the tissues have healed. Immediate dentures are dentures that are placed immediately after the removal of the remaining teeth.

Nine to fifteen months after placement of immediate dentures, shrinkage and changes in shape of the underlying bone and gum will necessitate additional dental treatment. If one to two teeth were extracted prior to the immediate denture insertion, generally a reline will reestablish proper fit and retention. Ideally, if more than two teeth were extracted, a new denture should be fabricated 9 - 15 months after those extractions and immediate denture placement. During 15 months of healing, denture relines temporarily compensate for the ongoing shrinkage and add stability to the denture. Once again, when shrinkage is complete, a new denture is advisable.

"What is an over-denture?"

An over-denture is a denture that fits over a small number of remaining natural teeth or implants.

For more information about how we at The Denture Center: Herald Square Dental Associates can help you with denture problems, call us at (212) 689-0024 or 877-DENTURE, we will be happy to talk with you.

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