About Complete and Partial Dentures

Teeth dentures

Dentures are used as removable replacements for teeth that are missing. Dentures are also used for those that have lost a lot of teeth. Tooth loss could be caused by tooth decay, periodontal disease or traumatic mouth injury. When tooth loss occurs, it is extremely important to replace the missing teeth immediately. Not doing so may give the remaining teeth the chance to shift position, which can result to sagging facial appearance, and inability to chew and bite properly.

Dentures today are made not only for comfort but also for aesthetic purposes. They are functional and provide natural look for improved smile. There are two kinds of dentures; the complete and the partial dentures. 

Complete Dentures

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Complete dentures involve the substitution of every tooth in either the upper or lower parts of the mouth. This is distinctively beneficial for people that have lost a lot of their teeth in single arch. In fact, the level of soothe will depend on the tongue, bones, saliva and muscle.

Complete full dentures are great tools for replacing all of the teeth in only one arch. Its functionality relies heavily on the natural saliva for adequate suctioning that will keep it in place. This type of denture requires regular maintenance, possibly a relining after 3 to five years. In some cases complete dentures need to be completely replaced after some time. Dental adhesives can be used as temporary solution for loosing dentures.

There are two types of complete dentures; conventional and immediate. Conventional dentures are made after the removal of the teeth when the gum tissues are starting to heal. This type of denture is ready for replacement after eight to twelve weeks after teeth removal.

Immediate dentures on the other hand are made in advanced and can be placed right after the teeth are detached. This is a good alternative especially for people that do not wish to stay toothless for a few weeks. One inconvenience of direct dentures is that they need lots of adjustments before they can fit properly on the gums. This is because during the healing period, gums tend to shrink. Therefore, immediate dentures tend to get loosen. In most cases immediate dentures are only used as temporary replacements while the conventional dentures are still being made. 

Partial Dentures

Partial removable dentures, also called bridge, are usually made up of the false teeth attached to the gum-like plastic support, which is then attached to a metal framework that will keep the set in place in the mouth. The most common option of people with only a few teeth missing is partial dentures. The removable dentures are placed in between the remaining natural teeth. Partial dentures are not only functional as replacement teeth but they can also act as bridges that will stop the natural teeth from shifting position. For more natural look, you can choose a partial denture. This type of denture is also removable but it has internal attachment instead of using clasps that will be attached to the closest crowns.

Proper Oral Care - Oral Hygiene Instruction

Good Oral Care

If you want your teeth to last you for your whole life, you need to maintain good oral hygiene.  The amount of bacteria currently living in your mouth can be reduced with a good dental routine. Bad habits when it comes to keeping your mouth in tip-top shape can lead to cavities, bad breath, bleeding gums, and more severe issues like heart disease, infected lungs, cancer, and lower birth weight in the children of women with poor oral hygiene. Diligence is even more important in those with compromised immune systems, as the bacteria will spread through the body unhindered.

Dentists are your best source of information on keeping your mouth healthy. While explaining how plaque eventually leads to cavities, they will show you a magnified version of your own mouth to make you better aware of the current state of your oral health. They may scrape some of the plaque from your teeth so that you understand its properties and appearance. They will also show you x-rays of your teeth. In x-rays, hard tissue like tooth enamel and bone shows up white, whereas softer tissues appear much darker. If there are soft spots in your enamel, they will be visible on the x-ray.

The dentist should also have you rinse with a solution or chew a tablet containing dye that sticks only to plaque. After you perform your general dental care, using the solution or tablet will reveal where your regular routine is lacking and leaving plaque behind. You can then attempt to perform your dental hygiene routine again for the dentist, so that your basic maintenance can be assessed for effectiveness; the dentist will note if you are still having problems removing the plaque from your teeth and give you encouragement.

Good Oral Care

With a mirror so that you can see, the dentist will then demonstrate a brushing technique suited for your age. Children will be shown while a parent is there. Children may use the roll technique or a back-and-forth motion; adolescents, teenagers and adults should use the Modified Stillman technique. The dentist will then supervise you as you practice the new method you’ve been taught while holding the mirror for you. You’ll be able to see how much more effective the new technique is versus your previous attempts to remove all the plaque.

Brushing may be important, but its effectiveness lacks when it comes to the area between the teeth, the main area where debris and plaque are trapped. The best method to remove this plaque is to floss. Flossing may seem tedious, but it’s essential to preventing cavities between your teeth and gum disease. As there is a wide variety of flossing equipment, you should pick one that suits your tastes and that is most convenient or effective for you, as you probably won’t stick with a regime you find dissatisfying. Once you’ve established a routine you can keep, stick with it to maintain those pearly whites. The dentist will remind you that your new routine must include proper brushing twice a day and flossing at least once. Together with routine visits to the dentist, your teeth should last you a full lifetime.

Dental Services in Powell Family Dental Care

Pediatric Dentistry services

Pediatric Dentistry is a recognized dental specialty that deals with the health and well being of children.  First visit of babies to dentist is very important in early age life. Normally babies get the teeth at the age of six months. Some babies are even born with one or two teeth. Whether the teeth are present or not, the pediatric dentist diagnoses the baby for infectious disease.
Pediatric Dentistry involves following Procedures:

Crowns installation

Crown is one type of restoration that completely covers a tooth.  For babies’ teeth, crowns are usually of stainless steel and silver. Font teeth are covered with white crowns. Stainless steel crowns are used to protect a primary tooth.  Care should be taken for crowned tooth to prevent it from breaking down and also to prevent secondary tooth decay.

Teeth Cleaning

Regular cleaning prevents number of mouth disease. A child should go for a dental cleaning on every six months. Cleaning process helps to get rid from tartar and plaque.  During cleaning the dentist can determine the presence of cavities or other dental abnormalities. 

Extractions

Extractions are the only option in conditions when it is not possible to save a broken tooth.  It is mandatory to fill up the gap resulting after an extraction. If left open, the space invites many complications. It can cause shifting of teeth around the gap. A child who loss primary tooth early then he or she may need a space maintainer.

Fluoride for teeth health

Commonly occurring dental conditions are Cavities. Increase use of fluoride has greatly reduced tooth decay. Fluoride can be used for both children and adults.

Teeth Fillings

Fillings are used to provide extra reinforcement to the tooth. In every dental clinic fillings are a very common process.

Mouth guards

Tooth-to-tooth contact can cause chipped and broken teeth. Mouth guards fit completely over the top and bottom of the teeth and prevent this.
Mouth guards provide many advantages:

• Clear speech
• Comfortable fitting
• Easier breathing

Sealants

Sealants help to eliminate tooth decay
Molars are the most common place where decay occurs. This is because molars have very deep crevices on chewing surfaces where food and bacteria get accumulated and are hard to clean. Sealants are applied on the chewing surfaces of permanent back teeth. This will make grooves of the teeth much smoother. Children should go for sealants at the age of six years. Depending on tooth structure sealants are required.

Pulpotomy procedures

When nerve of the tooth gets infected then pulpotomy is the only treatment. During pulpotomy the infected nerve is extracted partially or completely. Medication is inserted in the tooth to encourage healing.  After Pulpotomy the tooth becomes brittle and prone to breaking. Therefore the tooth must be crowned to give extra reinforcement for natural chewing.

Every child should visit the pediatric dentist at least two times in a year. It is necessary to take care of teeth right from infancy because a winning smile and healthy teeth is very important.
Educate your child about the care of teeth when it comes to good oral health.