Losing all your teeth in an upper or lower arch—or both—is a significant life event that affects your health, appearance, and self-confidence. The simple acts of eating, speaking, and smiling can become daily challenges.
A full denture is a proven, reliable solution designed to give you back a complete, functional, and beautiful smile. At Crown Dental Group in National City, we specialize in custom-crafting full dentures that look natural and feel comfortable, helping you regain your quality of life.
What is a Full Denture?
A full denture, also known as a "complete denture," is a removable dental appliance that replaces all of the teeth in a single arch (either the upper or lower jaw). It consists of a set of prosthetic teeth set into a flesh-colored acrylic base designed to replicate your natural gum tissue.
This custom-made appliance restores the main functions of your teeth and provides essential support for your cheeks and lips, which helps maintain your facial structure.
Types of Full Dentures We Offer
When you're considering a full denture, you have more options than ever. We will guide you through the choices to find the one that best fits your health needs, lifestyle, and budget.
Conventional Full Dentures
This is the traditional, time-tested approach. A conventional full denture is made and placed after any remaining teeth have been extracted and your gum tissues have fully healed. This healing period can take several weeks to a few months.
Pro: The healing process allows for a very precise and stable fit from the moment the final denture is placed.
Con: You will be without teeth during the healing period.
Immediate Full Dentures
As the name suggests, an immediate full denture is fabricated before your remaining teeth are removed. It is then placed in your mouth immediately following your extractions.
Pro: You never have to go a single day without a complete smile.
Con: As your jawbone and gums heal and shrink after the extractions, the denture will become loose and require several adjustments and "relines" to maintain a proper fit. It is often considered a temporary solution until a conventional denture can be made.
Implant-Supported Full Dentures (Overdentures)
This is the modern standard for stability and comfort. An implant-supported full denture is not held in by suction or adhesive, but instead "snaps" securely onto several dental implants placed in your jawbone.
Pro: Absolutely no slipping, clicking, or shifting. You can eat and speak with nearly the same confidence as with natural teeth. The implants also stimulate your jawbone, preventing the bone loss that normally occurs with missing teeth.
Con: This option has a higher upfront investment and requires a minor surgical procedure.
The Process: Getting Your Full Denture in National City
Consultation and Exam: We will perform a comprehensive exam, take digital X-rays, and discuss your goals to determine which type of full denture is right for you.
Impressions: We take highly accurate impressions (molds) of your mouth to create a denture that is custom-fit to your unique anatomy.
Extractions (If Needed): If you have remaining teeth, they will be gently extracted. (This is when an immediate denture would be placed).
Try-In & Adjustments: For conventional dentures, you will try in a wax model of your denture. We will make adjustments to the fit, bite, and appearance (tooth shape and color) until you are 100% satisfied.
Final Placement: You will receive your final, beautifully crafted full denture. We will provide detailed instructions on how to use and care for it.
How to Care for Your Full Denture
Proper care is essential to make your denture last and to keep your mouth healthy.
Clean it Daily: Gently brush your full denture every day with a soft-bristle denture brush and non-abrasive denture cleaner (do not use toothpaste).
Handle with Care: Always hold your denture over a folded towel or sink full of water when cleaning it, as it can break if dropped.
Keep it Moist: When not in your mouth, soak your denture in a cleansing solution or water to prevent it from drying out and warping.
Clean Your Gums: Even with no teeth, you must gently brush your gums, tongue, and palate daily to remove plaque and stimulate circulation.
Your Partner for a Complete Smile
You don't have to live with the challenges of missing teeth. The team at Crown Dental Group has the expertise to create a natural-looking full denture that restores your smile, your confidence, and your ability to enjoy life.
We will walk you through every option, from conventional appliances to advanced implant-supported solutions.
To learn more about your options for restoring your smile, visit our main dentures page or contact our National City office today for a consultation.
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