Partials and Full Dentures in Atlanta GA
Your teeth are an important part of your life, but it can be tough to figure out what to do about it when you lose them. You have options for tooth loss, and making the right choice will determine how you can perform afterward. Many people prefer dentures over implant surgery or bridgework. 3640 Dental offers both partial and full dentures in Atlanta to patients with tooth loss.
How Are Partials and Dentures Made?
Partials and dentures are made to match your natural teeth’ size, shape, color, and shade. The process starts with a mold or impression being taken from your mouth to be used as a model for carving out an acrylic base.
This is done by taking impressions of all your teeth at once. This determines how much gum tissue will need to be trimmed away for the new set of teeth to fit comfortably inside your mouth.
A full dental exam is also performed during this time, including x-rays and photographs of each jaw joint area where partials or dentures would go. We can determine any bone deterioration around the joints from these images before starting work on matching you with one of our expertly crafted sets of partials or dentures.
Once the dentist in Atlanta has a proper mold of your mouth, your dentures are sent to the lab for creation.
Who Should Get Partials or Dentures?
Partials and dentures are ideal for people with:
- Ample gum tissue to work with to make a sturdy set of teeth.
- A jaw joint that is not too deteriorated or cracked from bone resorption.
- Mobility issues will prevent them from brushing, flossing, etc., independently.
Let 3640 Dental Bring Your Smile with a Set of Dentures
There are plenty of options to repair tooth loss, but dentures are the more cost-effective solution for many. If you think dentures are the right option to restore your smile after tooth loss, then contact 3640 Dental and let us get started on your dentures today.
FAQs
Full dentures replace entire teeth in an arch, while partial dentures fill gaps when some natural teeth remain. The design depends on how many teeth are missing and how remaining teeth can provide support.
Full dentures rely on the natural contour of the gums and underlying bone for suction and stability. Partial dentures often use clasps or precision attachments anchored to existing teeth.
Initially, speech and chewing may feel different as your muscles adapt. With time and practice, most patients regain stable function and clearer pronunciation.
Without tooth roots transmitting chewing forces, the jawbone gradually shrinks. This change in bone contour can affect denture fit over time.
Because bone remodeling continues after tooth loss, dentures may require relining or replacement every few years to maintain proper fit and comfort.
Yes. Dentures restore support to lips and cheeks that may collapse inward after tooth loss, helping maintain facial proportions.
Yes. Attaching dentures to implants increases retention and reduces movement, especially in the lower jaw where traditional dentures can feel less secure.
