Dentures – North Dallas, TX
Restore Your Smile with Customized, Trusted Restorations
Dentures in North Dallas are a common treatment that we offer to patients who are missing many of their teeth along an arch, or an entire row of teeth. Each restoration that we craft here at Coco Dental of North Dallas is tailored to not only look natural, but to also be comfortable and functional. Overall, our goal is to improve our patients’ life by offering high-quality solutions to tooth loss, whether you decide to invest in traditional, tried-and-true dentures, or modern dental implants. To learn more about restorative treatments that we offer, we welcome you to schedule a consultation with your dentist in North Dallas today!
Why Choose Coco Dental of North Dallas for Dentures?
- In-Network with Dental Insurance Policies
- Custom-Tailored Dental Restorations
- Implant Dentures Available
Who’s a Good Candidate for Dentures?
Dentures are a lifeline for those who wear them, replacing missing teeth and offering a way to eat, speak, and smile with confidence. But who are they for, exactly? What makes a good candidate for these prosthetics?
At Coco Dental of North Dallas, we begin every treatment with a thorough assessment of your oral health, lifestyle, and smile goals. Through this exam, we’ll have a better idea of whether dentures are right for you. Read more below to see what we’re looking for in the best denture candidates!
Effects of Missing Teeth
There are many ways you could lose teeth, from poor oral hygiene to accidental trauma. And you may not realize it, but missing teeth can do more than leave gaps in your grin. They can affect your overall health and quality of life in many ways, like:
- Shifting Teeth: Neighboring teeth may drift into the open space, causing bite problems.
- Bone Loss: Without stimulation from tooth roots, your jawbone can shrink over time.
- Facial Sagging: Loss of support can lead to a sunken or aged appearance.
- Speech Difficulties: Certain sounds become harder to pronounce clearly.
- Chewing Challenges: You may have to avoid hard or chewy foods, which can affect nutrition.
- Loss of Self-Esteem: Missing teeth can also take a mental toll, making you feel anxious or depressed.
What Are the Qualities of a Great Candidate for Dentures?
One of the best features of dentures is how adaptable and modular they are. Virtually any patient can receive dentures as long as they:
- Are missing several or all of their teeth
- Have healthy gum tissue and bone support
- Want an affordable, non-surgical solution for tooth loss
- Are committed to oral hygiene and denture care
At your consultation, we’ll discuss these points, examining your mouth and going over your treatment plan. Together, we can decide what kind of denture you’ll need and talk about next steps.
Alternative Tooth-Replacement Options
If you’re not a good candidate for dentures or are looking for a more permanent solution, our Dallas dental practice also offers other options like dental bridges and implants.
Dental bridges are ideal if you’re missing one or a few teeth in a row. They anchor to nearby healthy teeth and fill the gap with natural-looking restorations.
Dental implants are more involved, but well worth the investment. These are small screw-like fixtures surgically placed in your jawbone and act like artificial tooth roots. They’re durable, long-lasting, and often considered the gold standard for tooth replacement.
While we’re discussing your vision for your smile at your consultation, we can also check out these alternatives to find the one that best supports your long-term oral health and goals. No matter what you choose, you can be sure that your new smile will restore your quality of life well into the future!
Types of Dentures
We offer three different types of dentures in our practice, including start-to-finish implant dentures in North Dallas that are built to stand the test of time. However, the best option for you depends on your goals, desires, and health.
Partial Dentures
Partial dentures are crafted from a metal base that holds acrylic gums and replacement teeth firmly in place. The base fits between your existing teeth like a missing puzzle piece, filling the various gaps throughout your arch.
Full Dentures
Full dentures are specially designed to harness the natural power of suction that develops between your gums and the restoration. The acrylic, gum-colored base sits atop your gums, holding the replacement teeth firmly in place so you can eat and speak with ease.
Implant Dentures
For patients who are looking for a more permanent, stable alternative to dentures, we also offer implant dentures. Dr. Patel has advanced training to be able to complete this entire process in-house. It utilizes titanium implant posts that are fused with the jawbone to stabilize beautiful, natural-looking dentures within the mouth. This eliminates any possible shifting or slipping and preserves the facial structure by preventing jawbone erosion.
The Benefits of Dentures
Dentures offer a wide array of benefits, including:
- Can last for seven years or longer with proper maintenance.
- Custom-tailored for each individual patient.
- Easy to clean and care for.
- Prevent the appearance of hollowed cheeks.
- Cost-effective tooth replacement option.
- Restore your bite and ability to speak and chew.
If you’d like to learn more, our team at Coco Dental of North Dallas is happy to welcome you in! Don’t hesitate to call our office today to plan a visit.
Denture FAQs
We know that replacing multiple teeth can be stressful, which is why we’re ready to do whatever we can to make the process of getting dentures easier for you. To that end, we have put together a list of some of the denture questions that we hear on a regular basis along with helpful answers. If there’s something you want to know about dentures in North Dallas that isn’t addressed on this page, please reach out to our team at Coco Dental of North Dallas today.
How Long Will It Take to Get Dentures After You Have Your Teeth Pulled?
Usually, there’s a waiting period of about six to eight weeks between having your teeth extracted and receiving your dentures. This is to give your gums time to heal and also lets us ensure that your new teeth will fit properly. Note that if your dentures are being placed on dental implants, you’ll also need to wait an additional four to six months for the implant posts to join with the jawbone.
During your initial consultation, our team will give you an estimate of how long it will take to receive your new teeth so that you can plan accordingly.
Can I Sleep with My Dentures?
While you can sleep while wearing traditional removable dentures (and in fact will likely need to keep it in your mouth for the first 24 hours), it’s usually recommended to take them out in the evening. Dentures can irritate your gums and may potentially speed up ridge resorption, so it’s better to remove them at night to give your mouth a chance to recover. Furthermore, bacteria tend to thrive in the dark moist spaces underneath your dentures, so taking them out regularly is important for protecting your oral health.
Will It Hurt to Get Dentures?
If you need to have teeth extracted before getting dentures, you’ll probably notice some discomfort for about 3 to 5 days after the procedure. You can take prescribed or over-the-counter pain medication to stay comfortable during this time.
As for the dentures themselves, you may experience irritation of the gums while your mouth is adjusting to your new teeth. It can take months to fully get used to new dentures, although the exact amount of time depends on the person. If the discomfort doesn’t go away or seems to be getting worse, call our office right away.
Can You Still Eat Steak with Dentures?
While tough meats like steak are harder to chew with dentures, you can still enjoy them with the right preparation. Choose beef cuts like tenderloin that contain fewer hard-to-chew muscle fibers and connective tissues. Have the meat thoroughly tenderized before it’s cooked. Then, when you’re ready to eat it, cut it into small pieces that are easier to manage.
If you’re having trouble with your dentures slipping while you’re trying to chew, use an adhesive to hold them in place. This helps give them the stability they need to be able to handle tougher foods.