If you are missing a full arch or both arches of your teeth, partial dentures or dentures may be the right solution for you. Dr. Peter Auster and Dr. Frances Tang place cosmetic dentures, partials, and implant supported dentures in our Pomona, NY dentist office. We use high quality material and advanced technology to create a tooth replacement solution that is right for you.
Our team takes a complete, personalized approach to full mouth restoration. Visit Cosmetic Dentistry Associates to receive the dental care you need.
Common Type of Dentures
Removable Dentures
A custom removable dentures is taken out daily and held into place using a high quality adhesive. This form of tooth replacement requires daily cleaning and maintenance. Most patients with dentures often seek a more stable solution in the future.
Fixed Dentures
A fixed denture, also known as an implant secured denture, is a permanent restoration. Implant secured dentures offer a long lasting, stable solution for tooth loss. This option also allows you to smile, chew, and speak without worry of slippage.
Benefits of Implant Secured Dentures
When you lose your teeth, the remaining teeth shift to fill the empty space your missing teeth left behind. The bone underneath your missing teeth also begins to deteriorate until the point where it can no longer support your remaining teeth.
Implants are designed to replace the natural tooth root, which helps stimulate the jaw bone and prevent further deterioration. Many patients choose implant supported dentures because it offers them a secure and natural looking solution for missing teeth.
With implant supported dentures, you can also look forward to these key benefits:
- Improved gum health
- Prevents bone retention
- Prevents facial sagging due to missing teeth
- A more secure solution
- More convenient
- Less irritation to the gum tissue
Dentures: What to Expect
During your consult, our team will evaluate your smile and recommend the best solution for you. If dentures are right for you, we will discuss if traditional dentures or implant secured dentures are the best option for you.
If you choose implants to secure your dentures, our team of dentists can perform the entire dental implant process in our Pomona dentist office. We will place the necessary amount of implants into the jaw bone. On average, implants take 3-6 months to fully fuse into the jaw bone. During the healing phase, we will place a temporary denture to restore function to your smile. After the healing process is complete, we will take impressions of your teeth to help create your custom dentures.
We will create your custom denture with your specific needs in mind. A beautifully crafted denture will fit comfortably and blend seamlessly with your natural smile.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dentures
Do you need adhesive for partial dentures?
Dental adhesive is not always necessary, however you can use it to improve the fit of your partial dentures. If your dentures are well fitting, you will usually not need any help keeping them in, however some people still choose to use adhesive for a sense of security. If your old dentures do not fit properly anymore, you may need new dentures.
Can you eat with partial dentures?
You will still be able to eat and drink the same foods as before getting your partial dentures. Although, you will need to be a bit more conscious about the types of foods you eat. You may find it difficult to clean your dentures if you eat sticky foods, and hard foods may damage your dentures over time.
What should I do if I have a broken denture?
Call your dentist immediately. Visit us, we may be able to fix your denture. Although, sometimes a fixed broken denture can cause more harm than good. If its structural integrity is compromised, we may recommend getting a new one.
Schedule A Dental Exam & Consultation
If you are missing teeth, visit our team at Cosmetic Dentistry Associates in Pomona, NY. We offer high quality, patient-focused dentistry for patients of all ages. If you would like to learn more about dentures, partials, or implant secured dentures, schedule a consultation with our team. To schedule an appointment, call (845) 241-0656 or request an appointment online.