Dentures Forest replace missing teeth, and when properly fitted and cared for, they allow patients to eat and speak normally. They also help maintain the shape of the face, prevent remaining natural teeth from shifting out of place, and improve a patient’s self-esteem by restoring their youthful appearance.

The process for getting dentures usually involves multiple appointments over the course of several weeks. In the first appointment, a highly accurate set of impressions (molds) and measurements will be taken to accurately fit your custom dentures. During the subsequent “try-in” appointments, your dentist will make adjustments until the dentures are comfortable and secure.

Conventional full or partial Dentures Forest Grove OR are typically made of a plastic acrylic base that is molded to resemble your gums, and a set of artificial teeth that are attached to it. They are available as a complete set to replace all of your teeth, or as a partial set to fill in gaps left by any remaining natural teeth.

Most people who lose their natural teeth experience significant difficulty eating and speaking, and they often avoid certain foods because of the pain or awkwardness associated with chewing or biting. This can cause nutrition issues and deprive the body of essential nutrients, and it can lead to other health problems such as gum disease. However, with the help of a dentist, many patients find that they can regain their ability to eat a wide variety of foods with dentures, and they no longer need to limit their diet.

Dentures are also important for maintaining a healthy mouth, as they prevent the remaining natural teeth from shifting out of position and causing bite problems and other dental issues. In addition, they keep the cheeks in a natural position, which helps to support the remaining teeth and reduce gum recession and bone loss. Moreover, they help restore a person’s facial structure and a more youthful appearance.

It is important to note that, in spite of their many benefits, dentures do not eliminate the need for regular checkups and cleanings, just like natural teeth. A dentist can identify and treat small cavities before they become severe, and they will ensure that the dentures are fit properly and securely in place.

In some cases, a patient’s dentures may need to be relined or replaced. Over time, the mouth’s bone and gum ridges can shrink or recede, which can cause loose-fitting dentures that require relining or replacement. Denture adhesives can provide additional retention, but they should not be used as a substitute for proper maintenance and repair of the dentures.

In contrast to conventional dentures, computer-engineered complete dentures that are fabricated using CAD/CAM technology can be made from different materials. Polymethyl methacrylate PMMA is the most commonly used material, and it offers a number of advantages including low water absorption and solubility, adequate strength, and ease of fabrication. However, the material has some disadvantages, such as a high residual monomer content, possible allergens, increased finishing time, and brittleness. Hence, further randomized clinical trials are needed to explore alternative materials for CECD fabrication.