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Regular Dentures

LEARN MORE ABOUT REGULAR DENTURES IN COMPLETE DENTURE CLINIC & IMPLANT CENTRE

See Your Denturist If The Following Problems Arise:

  • Problems chewing
  • Red, inflamed tissue
  • Cracked corners of your mouth
  • Chronic cheek biting
  • Discomfort with denture

How Do I Keep My Dentures Clean?

Daily cleaning of your dentures is necessary to prevent build-up of food, tartar and stains which can cause:

  • Appearance problems
  • Mouth odour
  • Irritation of the gums
  • Infections in the mouth

Rinse the denture under warm water after meals. Brush with denture cleaner to clean your denture. Abrasive cleaners should not be used as they can scratch the denture. Scratches make the denture more susceptible to collecting debris and more easily stained. Make sure you reach all areas of the denture. The denture can be soaked in Renew® Denture Cleaner to remove stubborn stains. Overnight soaking in denture cleaners or bleach is not recommended. The most effective way to keep your dentures clean is daily brushing combined with occasional use of Renew® Denture Cleaner. Do not soak or rinse in hot water as this can distort the shape and fit of the denture. Clean the denture over a sink half-filled with water and place a washcloth in the sink to act as a cushion in case the denture should drop. Never scrape the denture with a sharp instrument in an attempt to remove hard deposits. Instead, bring it into the Complete Denture Clinic to have these hard deposits professionally removed.

You can choose to sleep with your dentures in your mouth, or remove them. If you are removing them at night, remember that when your denture is not in your mouth it needs to be kept moist in order to maintain proper fit. Clean the appliance thoroughly, rinse and place moist in the denture container. Not only do your dentures need maintenance, but care needs to be taken with the tissue under your denture. After your gums have healed, brush gently, daily with a soft brush or washcloth; this will bring the blood back to the gums and keep them healthy. Also, brush your tongue daily.

Dentures will usually last 5 to 7 years.

Book a Free Consultation Today to find out if regular dentures are the best fit for you.

Post-Immediate Dentures

TEMPORARY DENTURE LINERS IN COMPLETE DENTURE CLINIC & IMPLANT CENTRE

See Your Denturist If The Following Problems Arise:

  • Problems chewing
  • Chronic cheek biting
  • Red, inflamed tissue
  • Discomfort with denture
  • Cracked corners of your mouth

Once your natural teeth and roots are extracted, your gums will change as they are healing. Up to 50% bone loss can occur during the first year after extractions. Waiting a minimum of 2 weeks after extractions will help with some swelling of the tissue. It will be necessary for you to have adjustments and add temporary liners to your dentures. The temporary liners will keep your dentures fitting properly and promote the health of your gums. Chewing with dentures is a lot different than your natural teeth. With dentures the average person has only 20% of their natural biting force.

This healing process can continue for up to a year before you are ready to have a permanent reline placed in your denture. As every patient’s healing period and rate of gum shrinkage is different, the number of temporary liners required in a denture will vary from patient to patient. It is still important to seek dental services in order to evaluate the soft tissue and to examine the dentures for proper fit, comfort and function.


IMPORTANT: It is crucial that you visit your denturist regularly throughout the first year of having new dentures. Neglecting to have your initial dentures checked regularly could cause serious harm to the tissues and bone in your mouth. If improper fit or irritation occurs, contact your denturist immediately.


Book a Free Consultation Today to find out if post-immediate dentures are the best fit for you.

Immediate Dentures

INFORMATION ABOUT IMMEDIATE DENTURES IN COMPLETE DENTURE CLINIC & IMPLANT CENTRE

See Your Denturist If The Following Problems Arise:

  • Problems chewing
  • Chronic cheek biting
  • Red, inflamed tissue
  • Discomfort with denture
  • Cracked corners of your mouth

Once your natural teeth and roots are extracted your gums will be healing and changing. Up to 50% bone loss can occur during the first year after extractions. Immediate dentures act as Band-Aids® to help promote healing in your mouth. It will be necessary for you to have adjustments and add temporary liners to your dentures. The temporary liners will keep your dentures fitting properly and promote the health of your gums.

Wearing dentures is a lot different than having natural teeth and it can take months to be able to eat properly again. You only have 20% of biting force than when you had natural teeth.

This healing process can take up to one year before you are ready to have a permanent reline placed in your denture. As every patient’s healing period and rate of gum shrinkage is different, the number of temporary liners required in a denture will vary from patient to patient. It is still important to seek dental services in order to evaluate the soft tissue and to examine the dentures for proper fit, comfort and function.


IMPORTANT: It is crucial that you visit your denturist regularly throughout the first year of receiving new dentures. Neglecting to have your initial dentures checked regularly could seriously harm the tissues and bone in your mouth. If improper fit or irritation occurs, contact your denturist immediately.


What to Expect when the Immediate Denture Is First Placed


  • For the first 24 hours DO NOT REMOVE the denture. It may feel loose at first, but the swelling throughout the day will help hold the denture in. The denture will control the bleeding and actually cause minimal discomfort.
  • When the denture is inserted after the teeth are extracted, the bite may seem off due to the denture needing time to settle into the correct position. This can take up to a day.
  • Some swelling is to be expected after extractions. To keep the swelling to a minimum, and to help stop the bleeding, hold an ice pack to the areas of the jaw where teeth have been extracted. 15 minutes on, and 15 minutes off.
  • For discomfort take Advil or Tylenol, or the medication prescribed by an Oral Surgeon.
  • If sutures were placed, you may need to return in 1 week to remove them.
  • You should eat soft foods for the FIRST week, and then gradually determine what you can handle. It may now be difficult to eat foods you once consumed with ease.
  • For the first 1 – 2 weeks, taking up to 1000 mg of vitamin C a day will promote and aid healing of the mouth. It is also beneficial to refrain from alcohol consumption and cigarette smoking during this time.
  • You MAY find that a denture adhesive will be necessary to help hold the denture in place, along with adjustments. If you develop any sore spots, call the clinic so that we may take care of it as soon as practical.

Book a Free Consultation Today at our office to find out if immediate dentures are the best fit for you.

Denture on Implants

PREVENT BONE LOSS WITH IMPLANT-SUPPORTED DENTURES


Approximately 21% of all Canadians are completely or partially edentulous, i.e. missing some or all of their teeth. This is a common condition. Nevertheless, the gum resorption that results from wearing a complete denture all too often is a source of discomfort to the patient. Consider just the difficulty involved in chewing or the abrasion that develops as the loose denture rubs against the gum. The denture wearers’ quality of life can be greatly affected. When wearing a regular denture your biting force is greatly reduced to around 20%; with implants your biting force could be up to 100%, just like having natural teeth.

Fortunately, oral implant technology has advanced to remedy major problems resulting from someone losing their teeth. The tremendous popularity of implants has largely been the result of people living longer, combined with their desire to fulfill a lifestyle with the greatest possible pleasure.


What is a dental implant?

Dental implants are titanium devices that are placed in the jaw bone to act as an anchor and to provide a solid base for artificial tooth placement.


Who is a good candidate for dental implants?

Anyone in reasonable health who wants to replace missing teeth; those who are dissatisfied with their present denture; those who would like to eat better and more comfortably; those who would like to smile frequently and feel secure when they talk and laugh. Age does not matter; we have placed implants in patients in their 80s, as well as patients in their 30s.


What is the cost of dental implants?

Depending on which treatment you choose, the cost of your denture will vary. Implant cases range from patients receiving 2 implants to patients receiving 6 implants, depending on which treatment option is best suited to their situation.

Implants can be used in a variety of circumstances, ranging from a removable denture to a permanent fixed bridge.


Why should I consider getting dental implants?

Apart from being able to smile, eat, sing and speak better; dental implants prevent the onset of poor facial profile due to loss of bone mass in your jaw bone.

Natural jaw bone is only designed to last approximately 30 years without teeth before it completely deteriorates and dental implants become a tougher and more costly option.

Implants prevent bone loss by transmitting load forces during the chewing process down into the jawbone. Implants are well known for their ability to stop bone loss and restore facial skeletal structure while significantly improving nutrition.


How long does the entire process take?

Depending on the type of implants, teeth may be immediately loaded onto implants.


Book a Free Consultation Today to find out if dental implants are the best fit for you.

Dentures FAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT DENTURES


The following are answers for some of the questions about dentures that we hear most often from our patients at Complete Denture Clinic. If you have a question that is not addressed here, please Contact Our Office; we’d be happy to answer it.


How do I know when my dentures no longer fit?

With age, the jaw bone slowly changes (“shrinks away”). Therefore, dentures that fit comfortably today may feel loose in a couple of years. You may need to have your dentures relined, adjusted or have new dentures made, depending on how much your gums have changed. A denture typically lasts only 5 – 7 years. Wearing dentures longer may cause damage to your gums and joints.


Why doesn't my lower denture fit as well as my last one?

Your lower ridge shrinks over time, making the denture feel loose. Without implants lower dentures just “float” on your lower ridge, making the fit undesirable.


Are dentures affected by over-the-counter and prescription medications?

Drugs can have an effect on denture fit and “wearability”. Some drugs may reduce the supply of saliva in your mouth, making it difficult to chew and swallow. Saliva can act as a natural adhesive. When there is a small supply the dentures may cause ongoing soreness and not fit properly.


Can I do my own repairs on my denture?

Repairing your own denture is NOT a good idea. Never glue a broken denture as this normally renders them unrepairable. If you need a denture repaired, visit a clinic as soon as possible.

Bone Resorption

PROTECT YOURSELF FROM BONE RESORPTION WITH IMPLANT DENTURES


Natural teeth stimulate the jaw bone to help maintain its height. Once natural teeth have been extracted the bone starts shrinking away. As years go by you can end up with no bone left, especially in your lower jaw. The only way to prevent this is to get implants placed after your teeth have been extracted. Implants stimulate the bone, helping you keep the remaining bone that you have. This diagram shows bone resorption after 10 years of your teeth being extracted. After 30 years the bone will become flat.Protect Yourself from Bone Resorption with Implant Dentures.

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416-997-0690

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