Dentures – Boston, MA
Bringing Back Your Smile’s Appearance & Function
Dentures in Boston remain one of the most widely used restorative treatment options for individuals suffering from full and partial tooth loss. The prosthetics designed today are made with optimal precision and the highest-quality materials available. At Dental Health & Wellness Boston, our dentists and specialists are here to produce custom-made prosthetics that not only look natural and feel comfortable but also make daily life easier and more enjoyable. If you are tired of living life with an incomplete smile, call to schedule an appointment with Dr. Smith or Dr. Budd today.
Why Choose Dental Health & Wellness Boston for Dentures?
- Locally Owned Dental Practice Since 1998
- Dentists Take Whole-Body Approach When Preparing Treatments
- Dental Insurance Welcome & Flexible Financing Available
Who is a Good Candidate for Dentures?
Dentures are generally a suitable option for anyone who is without multiple missing teeth or an entire arch. As one of the more versatile tooth replacement options available, they serve as a popular non-surgical option that delivers beautiful results.
To determine your eligibility for treatment, though, you must schedule a consultation with one of our dentists. They will fully examine your mouth using advanced imaging and a visual evaluation as well as go over your health history. Based on our findings, we will recommend the best type of restorative care and discuss a timeline for treatment so that you do not experience further jawbone resorption or tooth loss.
Types of Dentures
Depending on how many teeth you have lost, your oral and overall health, and your jawbone density, we will recommend one of three denture options during your consultation:
Partial Dentures
When you are missing multiple teeth along an arch, we can fill in the gaps with a partial denture. Crafted with an acrylic base that incorporates a metal framework, the prosthetic also includes artificial teeth that are affixed to the base, effectively filling in the areas of your smile that were once lost. Metal clasps help hold the device in place, as it attaches to healthy abutment teeth along the arch, but it can be easily removed when it’s time to clean your mouth.
Full Dentures
When you are without a complete set of teeth along the upper or lower arch (or both), we can have a full denture created to rebuild your smile. We will use the same materials to create this custom prosthetic; however, it will not come with a metal framework, as full dentures rely on natural suction and adhesive to remain firmly in place. What you are left with is a firmer bite and improved appearance.
Implant Dentures
Vastly different from traditional dentures are those that attach to dental implants. Once 4-6 titanium posts are surgically placed within your jawbone, we can have a custom denture created and secured over the top of your implants, creating a stable, durable, and longer-lasting set of teeth. Implant dentures are known to have a lifespan of 30+ years and prevent further jawbone resorption because of the stimulation delivered by the titanium posts.
Benefits of Dentures
You may be surprised by how many wonderful benefits come with dentures. No matter which type of tooth replacement you choose – full, partial, or implant – you can expect the following advantages:
- Greater confidence that allows you to fully embrace personal and professional opportunities
- A youthful, lifelike smile that helps boost your appearance
- The ability to enjoy various foods because of an improved bite force
- Greater clarity when speaking to others
- Teeth that can last 5-8 years (full and partial dentures) or 30+ years (implant dentures)