Dentures – Forest Grove
Show Off a Complete Smile!
Dentures have been the go-to way to replace missing teeth for many centuries. They are both affordable and reliable and reliable for those who have suffered from extensive tooth loss. Thanks to modern dental techniques and technology, they are customized to fit perfectly in the mouth and give you the complete smile that you have been dreaming of. If you have been struggling due to tooth loss, don’t hesitate to give us a call!
Why Choose Pacific Oak Dental for Dentures?
- State-of-the-Art Dental Technology
- Customized Treatment for Each Patient
- We Welcome Dental Insurance
Who Is a Good Candidate for Dentures?
Dentures are ideal for those who are missing multiple or all of their teeth. If you struggle to complete daily tasks, including eating, speaking, and smiling with confidence, dentures are likely an ideal solution for you. Depending on how many teeth you are missing and where they are located in the mouth, a customized treatment plan will be put together just for you. If you have any existing oral health issues, like cavities and gum disease, these will need to be treated ahead of time. Your oral health is our top priority.
Types of Dentures
There are multiple types of dentures available to meet different needs. During your consultation, we will discuss which of the following options is right for you.
Patial Dentures
Partial dentures are made up of multiple replacement teeth and a gum-colored base. This type of denture fits between the existing teeth like a puzzle piece to fill any gaps. To remain in place, partial dentures are attached to natural teeth with the help of either clips or brackets.
Full Dentures
Full dentures are made to replace a whole arch of missing teeth. They remain in place with help from the natural shape and suction of your mouth. If you need additional support, denture adhesive is also available to provide stability. Traditional full dentures are removable, so you can take them out to clean them while you sleep.
Benefits of Dentures
Missing permanent teeth can take a negative toll on your life, complicating everyday tasks like eating, smiling confidently, and speaking clearly. However, when you replace them with dentures, you give yourself a second chance at an improved quality of life. Whether you’re missing several, many, or all your natural teeth, here are a few incredible ways the benefits of dentures go way beyond your mouth!
Psychological Benefits
One of the first things people notice about you is your smile. Unsurprisingly, people who are missing teeth may feel embarrassed to speak or smile in social settings, causing them to become withdrawn or isolated. This can take a negative toll on their self-esteem and confidence, increasing feelings of depression and sadness.
When you replace missing teeth with beautiful, natural-looking dentures, you can reduce anxiety and about your appearance, speech articulation, and chewing capabilities, all while having the confidence to interact with friends, family, coworkers, and everyone else!
Clearer Enunciation
Your teeth do more than just chew food. They are vitally important for proper speech, because your tongue needs to touch them to make certain sounds. Unfortunately, when you’re missing permanent teeth, it can be very difficult to do this properly, resulting in a lisp or trouble enunciating.
Because your dentures act as stand-ins for your missing teeth, they help restore your ability to enunciate clearly. In fact, after a few short weeks of adjustment, proper speech will become second nature with your new prosthetics.
Improves Nutrition
Many of nature’s most delicious and nutritious foods happen to be tougher in texture. Things like crisp vegetables, crunchy fruits, and even certain meats can be difficult to break down thoroughly without a full set of teeth. Worse yet, improper chewing can cause its own set of problems like painful indigestion and even malnourishment.
Dentures replace those missing teeth, restoring your ability to process these nutritious, delicious foods properly, so you can once again enjoy a full diet and keep your entire body healthier.
Preserves Oral Health
Even if you’re not missing an entire arch, dentures can still benefit your oral health. Wearing them regularly can even prevent things like tooth drift, which occurs when teeth shift out of alignment due to gaps in your smile.
Furthermore, your dentures were designed to withstand the weight of regular chewing, so using them can alleviate some of the pressure that might otherwise be put upon your remaining natural teeth, reducing their risk of excessive wear and tear so they last longer, too!
Expands Opportunity
Unfortunately, you only get one chance to make a first impression. That means that whether you’re interviewing for a job, trying to make a lucrative sale, or vying for a promotion, looking healthy and confident is a major advantage. Unfortunately, however, if you’re missing teeth, this can have the opposite effect. In fact, recent studies have even shown that those with poor oral health were less likely to be employed than those with complete smiles.
Restoring your gorgeous grin with dentures can not only boost your confidence in the boardroom and beyond, but also create a positive, lasting impression on new and old acquaintances and future business connections alike.