Dentures in Chino, CA

Woman With DenturesIf you're in need of partial, complete or “full” dentures in Chino, CA then you are not alone. It has been reported by the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry that approximately 35 million Americans do not have any teeth, and 178 million people are missing at least one tooth. And these numbers are expected to continue to grow in the future. Whether you are missing most or all of your teeth, have had no success with implants or had an injury resulting in tooth loss, dentures might be the best course of action for you. Keep in mind that partial dentures can be a comfortable and less invasive option for filling in one or more missing teeth.


DENTURES IN TODAY’S MODERN DENTISTRY

Dentures not only look and feel much more real than in recent years, but patients have commented on how comfortable they are compared to years ago. Today’s dentures are typically made from acrylic and can be fabricated in a couple different ways:

Complete Dentures – Use of complete dentures consists of both a top and bottom plate that can be fabricated in a number of ways. If a few teeth remain, these will generally be pulled to make room for the denture. The bottom denture will fit snug over the gum line in a horseshoe shape to make room for the tongue. The upper denture will cover the palate of the upper mouth to hold it firmly in place. Sometimes an implant can be used to secure dentures in place. Each individual will be evaluated on a case by case basis.

Partial Dentures – Are generally a removable acrylic bridge accompanied by metal framework that fits around remaining teeth to fill in the gap. Partials are typically used when both the remaining teeth and gums are in great condition, but there are several missing teeth on either the upper or lower jaw. Many times partials are used as a less invasive or non-surgical alternative to implants after an accident results in missing teeth.


DENTURE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:


This course of action may be the best bet when all of your remaining teeth will need to be pulled. Impressions of your mouth will be taken upon the first visit for fabrication, so that after the remaining teeth are pulled your dentures will be ready to be worn immediately. There can be some aesthetic compromises that will have to be made in some cases, due to being unable to check the fit prior to tooth extraction.

Are you having an issue with your new dentures?

Don't Worry! We're Here To Help.

When first receiving your dentures, you may feel that the fit is initially perfect, but with a few days of usage, soreness and discomfort may begin. Don’t panic! This is extremely common with the majority of dentures, requiring a slight adjustment to the areas feeling sore. Two or three slight adjustments for the same denture is completely normal as your soft tissue adjust to the pressure from the denture. 5-10 minutes in our office for a slight adjustment will ensure your dentures fit like a glove!

Hope Family Dentistry

(Chino Office)

12716 Central Ave
Chino, CA 91710
Phone: (909) 628-5133
Fax: (909) 628-2938
(Driving Directions)

Office Hours

Monday: 9am - 6pm
Tuesday: 9am - 6pm
Wednesday: 9am - 6pm
Thursday: 9am - 6pm
Friday: 9am - 6pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed