Why Are My Dentures So Uncomfortable?
Dentures have long been a popular method of replacing missing teeth and serve to restore the smile and bite functionality. They’re also popular with patients because they can be made and fitted in a relatively short period of time, so that they aren’t kept hanging around without any teeth, and they’re cheaper than getting a dental implant in Richmond. However, we often find ourselves faced with unhappy patients who are tired of their uncomfortable dentures and looking for a solution.
Dentures are designed to rest tightly against the gums and palate and are custom-made for each individual in order to get the best fit possible. As a result most patients are delighted with their new dentures and find they can get along with them quite nicely. However, as time goes on, their removable dentures start to become uncomfortable. They slip and slide around in the mouth, not only making the gums sore, but also making it difficult to speak clearly, and eat a varied diet. Many denture wearers find themselves obliged to eat soft bland food because it’s easier to do so, and many shy away from social events for fear that moving dentures will cause them embarrassment.
So why do dentures become uncomfortable?
The jawbone beneath the dentures is continuously eroding and without tooth roots, which were lost along with the missing teeth, the jaw bone becomes thinner with time. The gums also become thinner and lose their ability to grip tightly to the dentures to keep them in place. As a result, the dentures become loose, and often all it takes is the slightest movement for them to fall off altogether.
So what’s the solution?
The goods news is that we can make use of dental implants in Richmond to secure the dentures and hold them firmly in place. During a short period of oral surgery, as few as 4 dental implants will be placed at strategic points in the jaw. These are then topped with special fixtures which attach to fittings that are located in the base of the denture. The patient is then able to snap their dentures into place and snap them off again when they need to clean them. Implant retained dentures offer many benefits, including
- Since dentures are anchored into the gum they look and feel more natural
- They remain secure and won’t move around
- Further bone loss is halted, helping to maintain the structure of the jawbone
- Implant retained dentures can withstand a greater biting force so a patient can enjoy crunchy fruit and vegetables, lean meat, and nuts, giving them a more varied diet than before
- Speech is unimpaired
- No more dental adhesive is required
If you’re keen to learn more about dental implants in Richmond and implant retained dentures, then why not take advantage of our free implant consultation where Dr. Harmit Kalsi can discuss all of your options. Call Sheen Dental today on 020 8876 5277 or book online at www.sheendentalimplants.co.uk. We look forward to meeting you.