Dentures & implants
If you have missing teeth, you may be considering dentures or dental implants. Denture wearing is no longer the ordeal it used to be. Modern techniques mean they fit far better than they used to, and look far more realistic too, restoring your smile and making eating more enjoyable again.
Alternatively, implant dentistry offers a safe and clinically proven solution to restoring your confident smile. You'll also find that dental implants look and feel just like the real thing!
Dentures
What Is A Denture?
Dentures are replacements for missing teeth that resemble a natural set of teeth. A denture aids healthy eating and provides patients with the confidence to smile. The base of the denture is made with an acrylic or metal plate. The teeth are usually made from acrylic and will match your natural teeth, which of course is incredibly important for your appearance.
Dentures don’t just affect you cosmetically; they can also benefit your health. When teeth are lost so is the support in your jaw, making you appear older because of facial-sagging. Dentures can provide this essential support - whether a full or part denture is used to replace lost or missing teeth. Missing teeth can cause problems when eating or speaking causing your self-confidence to drop which is why we are proud to provide our patients with quality dentures in London.
Will My Eating Habit Have To Change?
There are very few eating restrictions for denture wearers, once you get used to wearing them. However, dentures are not as efficient as real teeth. If you experience eating difficulties at any time, it is important to contact your dentist. Poorly-fitting dentures can contribute to eating difficulties. Dentures that fit correctly are vital for enjoying a well-balanced diet that includes a wide range of foods.
Do Dentures Last A Lifetime?
Dentures are very durable but that doesn’t make them indestructible. They can discolour, chip, break, and bend out of shape. With good care, your dentures should last for many years. Here are some tips for maintaining the appearance and extending the life of your dentures:
Use a brush designed specifically for dentures and a denture cleaner. Regular toothpaste can be too harsh for dentures.
Store dentures in a container of denture-cleaning solution or water.
Soak in warm, not hot water. Hot water can damage their shape.
Use an effervescent cleansing tablet once a week to kill odour-causing bacteria.
Dentures offer many benefits to the millions who wear them. While they take some initial adjustment, they can enhance your smile as well as your long-term confidence. Return to your dentist at least once a year to evaluate fit, appearance, and to receive an oral cancer screening.
Dental Implants In Kensington
Missing and damaged teeth are a common problem for many people. If you are missing your natural teeth you may find that there are other things you miss too.
You may miss your natural smile or not being able to eat the food you desire. Some people experience muscle strains and discomfort as the remaining teeth shift. But it doesn’t have to be this way. One of the biggest advances in dentistry is the success of dental implants.
The options for replacing missing teeth used to be limited to a bridge or denture. In the former case it was necessary to cut down and crown adjacent healthy teeth in order to attach an artificial tooth to them. With implants this is no longer necessary. As a result, virtually anyone who has lost teeth, from denture wearers to those who have lost healthy teeth in an accident, can once again have secure and strong teeth.
What Is An Implant?
A dental implant is a small man-made titanium screw that serves as the replacement for the root portion of a missing natural tooth. The implant is placed in the bone of the upper or lower jaw and allowed to bond with the bone and serve as an anchor for the replacement tooth. Dental implants can be used to replace a single lost tooth or many missing teeth. Implant-supported replacement teeth look, feel and function like natural teeth. Dental implants are a proven restorative option with a long clinical history. Dental implants preserve the integrity of the facial structure and reduce the inconvenience associated with tooth loss.
WHO IS A CANDIDATE FOR DENTAL IMPLANTS?
Anyone who is missing one or more of their teeth due to injury, disease or decay may be a candidate for dental implants. If one, a few or all teeth are missing, dental implants in conjunction with a crown or bridge can replace those teeth. Occasionally, older patients express concern that their age may prevent them from enjoying the benefits that dental implants offer. However, health is more of a determining factor than age. If you’re healthy enough to have a tooth extracted, you’re probably healthy enough to receive dental implants. Your dentist will determine if you are a candidate for dental implants after a careful evaluation of your dental and medical health history. At this time all your questions can be answered.
HOW LONG DO IMPLANTS LAST?
Implants are not new to the dental field. Prof. Brånemark started his research in the early ’50s and has revolutionised implants as we know them today. Prof. Brånemark placed his first osseointegrated implant in a patient in 1965, after many years of preclinical studies.
HOW LONG WILL THE TREATMENT TAKE?
Treatment time will vary depending on your particular situation. Nowadays it is often possible to get well-functioning and aesthetic looking teeth within a few days. In some cases it may be necessary to wait longer before finishing the restoration in order to obtain an optimal result.