Dentures in Springfield, MO

Dentistry is all about smiles, and having a vibrant, healthy, flawless smile is vital even for people wearing dentures.

At Ascend Dental Design in Missouri, we provide customized denture services as a teeth restoration option to meet our patients' individual needs and comfort levels. We consider all of our patients as unique, and we create state-of-art dentures that feel good, look natural, and are comfortable for the wearers.

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Dentures - Everything You Need To Know About

Dentures are removable natural-looking replacement teeth. Complete dentures can replace all missing teeth in either the upper or lower arch, and partials can restore a few missing ones in the mouth.

Complete dentures and Partials

Complete dentures help people whose all-natural teeth have been removed. They consist of a gum-colored plastic base with artificial teeth mounted on them. They are placed after the gum tissue has healed. Immediate full dentures are placed after the teeth have been removed and may need frequent adjustments during the first few months of use.

Partials consist of replacement teeth mounted on a gum-colored base and are attached to a metal frame anchored to your natural teeth to fill in the missing gap in your smile. They are considered to be a removable alternative to dental bridges. They can be helpful when the patient has one or several natural teeth remaining intact in their upper or lower jaw.

To summarize, here is how dentures and partials differ:

Full dentures: A complete set of top and bottom dentures that are utilized for patients with no natural teeth remaining.
Partial dentures: A set of prosthetic teeth that are used to replace some of the upper teeth, some of the lower teeth, or some on both.

How To Care For Your Dentures?

Our dentist will give patients explicit instructions on how to care for their dentures. Here are the major factors to consider:

To avoid accidentally dropping dentures when handling them, keep a towel underneath them.
It is essential to keep your tongue and gums clean. Make sure to utilize a soft-bristled brush to clean your gums and tongue every day gently.
Your dentures are also susceptible to plaque and tartar build-up. Hence it would be ideal for cleaning your dentures daily using a soft-bristled brush and carefully brushing the surfaces of the dentures.
When not kept in a denture cleaning solution or water, your dentures can dry out, lose shape or even crack and break. Use only cool or warm water as hot water can warp the dentures. Certain dentures require specific soaking solutions, so be sure to ask your dentist which solution is best for you.
Use a mild solution to clean your dentures as toothpaste, mouthwashes, and other cleaners can be too harsh. So, use a mild hand or dish soap to clean your dentures.
Keep your dentures clean and rinse them thoroughly before placing them back in your mouth.
Even if you are wearing complete dentures, never skip your six-month dental examinations. Our dentist will reevaluate the denture and the patient's mouth and confirm that it fits properly to prevent slippage, sores, irritation, or any discomfort.

What are Implant-Supported Dentures?

Both full and partial dentures can be supported with dental implants for patients looking for a more stable restoration and are called implant-supported dentures. They won't slide or fall out of your mouth as they are anchored to your jawbone. Besides, they stimulate healthy jawbone growth due to osseointegration.

How Long Will Dentures Last?

As per the American Dental Association, it is important to replace dentures every 5-7 years to ensure accurate fit and appearance. Dentures can wear down or stain, affecting their quality. Besides, when the tissues in our mouth change over time, it can result in an improper fit of dentures needing replacement.

Do You Accept Walk-ins?

Yes, we do! Ascend Dental Design welcomes new and returning patients to stop by and speak to our friendly front office team. We will do everything we can to see you as promptly as possible. We also offer same-day emergency care as scheduling permits. Call or visit your trusted Springfield dentists today!

Do You Accept Insurance?

Yes, we are in-network with Delta Dental Premier, Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal, Sun Life, Cigna, and MedPay. We also offer affordable financing with CareCredit and our in-house plan.