Dentures

Dentures replace your permanent teeth and the surrounding tissues. They sit on top of your gums, restoring your biting and chewing abilities.

If you’ve lost several teeth because of trauma, poor oral hygiene, or extractions, dentures can restore your smile and prevent more severe problems, like gum recession and bone loss.

At Newport Dental, the team offers several types of dentures, including:

• Partial dentures – A partial denture looks similar to an orthodontic retainer. It has a metal frame, pink plastic gums, and several artificial teeth. The frame attaches to small clasps that your Newport Dental provider bonds to your remaining permanent teeth.
• Complete dentures – A complete denture replaces all of the teeth in your upper or lower dental arch. These dentures have a baseplate shaped like a horseshoe, pink plastic gums, and a full row of false teeth. You apply adhesives to the bottom to prevent it from moving out of position.
• Implant-anchored dentures – If you don’t want to remove your false teeth regularly, the team recommends implant-anchored dentures. These dentures look similar to complete dentures. The difference is that they attach to dental implants –– small screws your dentist inserts into your empty tooth sockets.

Getting dentures at Newport Dental takes several visits spaced over a few months.

At the first visit, your provider reviews your dental records, completes an oral exam, and takes dental X-rays. They use that information to determine what type of dentures are best for you.

Then, your provider takes jaw measurements and a series of digital impressions. They send your scans and measurements to a nearby denture lab that creates a series of plastic molds or wax patterns.

You return to Newport Dental when the molds or patterns are ready. Your provider has you try them on and assesses the shape, size, color, and fit. They take notes on the necessary adjustments and send your molds or patterns back to the lab. Techs at the lab make the requested changes and manufacture your final set of dentures.

Several weeks later, when your dentures are finished, you return to Newport Dental and try them on.

Call Newport Dental to see if you can benefit from dentures, or click the online booking feature today.

While uncommon, partial dentures can occasionally cause temporary sensitivity in adjacent natural teeth. This typically occurs due to pressure points or slight movements of the denture. At Newport Dental, we carefully design and fit partial dentures to minimize such issues. If you experience persistent sensitivity, we’ll promptly adjust your dentures to ensure optimal comfort and preserve your natural teeth.

Yes, dentures can be professionally adjusted to improve fit and comfort. At Newport Dental, we use precise techniques to carefully modify the internal surface of dentures when necessary. This process, known as relining, helps address issues like sore spots or changes in your mouth’s shape over time. However, it’s crucial to have this done by a professional to avoid damaging the denture’s structure.

While cleaning after each meal isn’t always feasible, we recommend rinsing your dentures after eating to remove food particles. For thorough cleaning, brush your dentures at least once daily using a soft brush and non-abrasive cleaner. At Newport Dental, we provide personalized care instructions to help you maintain your dentures’ appearance and hygiene effectively.

A properly fitted full denture should not create an overbite. At Newport Dental, we meticulously design dentures to match your natural bite alignment. If you notice an overbite with your new dentures, it’s likely an indication that an adjustment is needed. We encourage you to contact us promptly so we can assess and correct the fit, ensuring your comfort and proper function.

Well-fitted dentures often don’t require additional adhesives. However, if you’re experiencing stability issues, dental adhesive creams or strips can provide extra security. At Newport Dental, we first ensure your dentures fit correctly through precise adjustments. For patients seeking maximum stability, we also offer implant-supported denture options, which provide enhanced security without the need for adhesives.