It is very common for patients to lose their teeth prematurely and become completely toothless, with the most common causes being gum inflammation and loose teeth. Remedy for this is provided by removable dentures.
Just as implant-supported dental restorations, dental crowns, and bridges have advanced remarkably, so have removable dentures. There are numerous clinical situations where this type of denture is the primary choice, and it is also a good alternative when seeking a beautiful and aesthetic solution. Examples include insufficient bone volume, significant gum defects, or some severe underlying health condition. Thanks to sophisticated dental materials and modern techniques, very natural-looking dentures can be crafted, which are entirely unique and harmonize with the patient’s appearance. As a result, dentures are constantly renewed, restoring natural colors, providing a truly lifelike solution for everyday life.
Of course, there are clinical situations where a compromise solution is necessary, so thorough planning and evaluation are crucial. Existing oral structures (lips, tongue, palate, smile) significantly influence how well the resulting denture can restore the function of the original teeth. Among these, the most important are chewing function, speech, and aesthetics.
This type of removable dental restoration is not ready at the moment of delivery. For those who have never had such dentures, it is important to understand that it takes time to adapt to a new dental prosthetic that was previously unfamiliar to them. This period, which is approximately six months, requires a close doctor-patient relationship, adherence to short- and long-term follow-up appointments, to ensure that minor discrepancies during function can be controlled. Even with the most thorough planning and execution, there will be parts that require correction during eating. However, if the patient regularly returns for adjustments during this adaptation period, a perfectly functional denture is achieved. Denture cleaning and maintenance are performed outside the mouth, and any potential damages or fractures can be easily addressed.
If a patient is not satisfied with the stability of the replacement and desires a more “fixed” solution, it is not necessary to completely remake the denture. Through implant placement and, if necessary, bone augmentation, it is possible to securely anchor the existing prosthesis. One commonly used solution is to place four titanium implants both above and below. The connection between the implant and the denture is manually removable, allowing easy removal for the patient.
In summary, dentures are a cost-effective, aesthetic solution for restoring chewing function.
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