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Dentistry is all about smiles, and having a confident, healthy, beautiful smile is important, even if you wear dentures. Trade Winds Dental provides customized denture services to meet your oral health needs, lifestyle, and comfort level. Your one-of-a-kind dentures will feel good and look natural for years to come.

There are three types of dentures available at Trade Winds Dental: full, partial, and implant-supported

Full dentures are given to patients when all of the natural teeth have been removed. Conventional full dentures are placed after the gum tissue has healed, which can take several months. Immediate full dentures are placed immediately after the teeth have been removed and may require frequent adjustments during the first couple of months of use.
Partial dentures are attached to a metal or plastic frame that is connected to your natural teeth and are used to fill in where permanent teeth have been removed. Partial dentures are considered a removable alternative to bridges.
Implant-supported dentures are full or partial dentures connected to strategically placed dental implants to increase stability and improve function.

Caring for Your Dentures

Dentures, just like natural teeth, require daily maintenance to stay clean and keep bacteria from growing inside of your mouth. Keep your dentures clean and your smile healthy by following these guidelines:

Caring for your dentures

When handling your dentures, stand over a clean, folded towel or a sink full of water. This way, if you accidentally drop your dentures, they are less likely to break.
Your dentures are not immune from plaque and tartar build-up, so it's important that you brush your dentures every day. To brush your dentures, use a soft-bristled brush and gently brush the surfaces of the dentures being careful not to break or bend the plastic. Between brushings, it's important to rinse your dentures after each meal.
Use a gentle cleanser to clean your dentures. Many toothpastes, household cleaners, and mouthwashes can be too hard on your dentures, so it is recommended that you use a specially formulated denture cleaner. Be sure to check for the American Dental Association (ADA) seal of approval to choose products that are safe for your dentures, or ask Dr. Hennington about which products may be best for you.
When you are not wearing your dentures, they need to be kept moist. Dentures that are not kept in a denture cleaning solution or in water can dry out, lose their shape, or even crack and break. Certain styles of dentures require certain soaking solutions, so be sure to ask Dr. Hennington which solution is best for you.
Even if you have a full set of dentures, it's important to keep your gums and tongue clean. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush to gently clean your gums and tongue every day.
Store your dentures in a clearly labeled, sealable container. You can add water to increase the life of your denture and prevent shrinkage of the appliance over time. If you have pets, keep your dentures out of reach, as animals are naturally attracted to the smell of their owner.
If by chance your dentures do break, please contact our Georgetown, TX office and schedule an appointment with Dr. Hennington as soon as possible. Broken dentures that don't fit properly can cause irritation to your gums and mouth

How do I know which type of denture is right for me?

If you're interested in learning more about dentures and want to know which kind would be the right choice for you, schedule an appointment with Dr. Hennington at Trade Winds Dental. Our team will be happy to answer any questions you might have, and can determine the best course of treatment for your ongoing dental health.