Dentures help you regain your chewing function, smile, and confidence.

Dentures and Partials

Modern dentistry provides several options for replacing missing teeth, and dentures continue to be an excellent choice that works well for many people. Modern dentures designed using updated materials and techniques are as close as dentists can get to real teeth using dental prosthetics.

Full and partial dentures are removable dental prosthetics appropriate for patients of all ages who need to replace some or all of their natural teeth.

Types of Dentures

Full (Complete) Dentures: Used when all of the teeth in the upper or lower jaw are missing. They rely on suction to hold the denture in place.
Partial Dentures: Ideal for individuals who still have some natural teeth. The remaining teeth are used as anchors to hold the partial denture in place.
Implant-Supported Dentures: A type of dentures that "snaps" onto implants for security but can be removed daily for cleaning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my dentures feel uncomfortable?

It will take your mouth some time to get used to the feel of dentures. After a few months, however, you will feel comfortable eating and speaking with your dentures in and experience little to no soreness or discomfort. If you ever do experience soreness or if your dentures aren’t fitting right, please let us know.

Adjusting to Dentures

When we first fit your dentures, you may have to wear them all the time, including while sleeping. Wearing your dentures allows us to quickly find spots that we need to reshape because of discomfort or irritation. After the dentures are properly fitted to your jaw, you can remove them at night.

While dentures are not real teeth, you should care for them as if they were. Brush your dentures to remove food particles before removing them. You will need to place your dentures in a container of warm water or a denture cleaning solution as soon as you remove them from your mouth. Hot water can warp dentures, so be careful!

It can take some time for your mouth to adjust to the shape of dentures. At first, it may feel awkward and bulky to have the appliances in your mouth, but you will become accustomed to the dentures over time.

Contact our office today for more information on whether dentures are right for you.

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Dr. Andrew Jeffers

Dr. Andrew Jeffers has been caring for Bedford families since 2016, when he joined the practice as an associate. In 2017, he purchased Bedford Family Dentistry from Dr. James Seitz, continuing the practice's legacy of excellent care while bringing his own vision and energy to it.

Dr. Jeffers earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, PA, in 2006, followed by his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Temple University School of Dentistry in Philadelphia in 2010. He is an active member of the American Dental ...

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