If you’ve lost your teeth to severe tooth decay or gum disease, dentures provide replacements that are fully removable for cleaning and care. Alieh Rastegari, DDS, offers an array of denture options at Caspian Dental Center in Katy, Texas, to help you chew more easily and get your smile back. Our team will be able to make sure you get dentures that fit and help restore your confidence! If you’re ready to restore the function and appearance of your teeth, call Caspian Dental Center in Katy, TX or book an appointment online.
Dentures are prosthetic teeth attached to a pink acrylic base that mimics your gums. They can replace some or all of the teeth in your mouth. Dentures make it easier to speak and chew if you have several missing teeth.
There are three main types of dentures to choose from:
Conventional dentures, also called full dentures, replace all of the teeth in your mouth. These removable dentures are made up of prosthetic teeth attached to an acrylic pink base. When designed properly, conventional dentures look and feel like your natural teeth.
If you still have some healthy teeth left in your mouth, partial dentures are likely the best option for you. They have a pink-colored base that’s attached to metal pieces that hold the dentures in your mouth.
Implant-supported dentures are attached to several dental implants — small titanium posts that Dr. Rastegari places in your jaw to replace the roots of your teeth. They provide a stable base for your dentures and hold them in place.
Dentures offer a number of physical and emotional benefits that can help you lead a better quality of life. They can help:
Implant-supported dentures may even help prevent bone loss in the jawbone.
With proper care and regular dental checkups with Dr. Rastegari, your dentures can last for up to eight years or more. To keep your dentures in the best condition possible, you should:
If you notice any cracks, breaks, or other damage to your dentures, bring them in to Caspian Dental Center for repairs right away.
Dentures can restore the appearance and function of your smile. To find out if you’re a good candidate for dentures, call Caspian Dental Center or book a visit online.