WHAT IS A DENTAL PROSTHESIS, WHAT DOES IT DO?
What is a denture? Teeth can be lost for various reasons. Missing teeth can cause speech disorders, nutritional deficiencies, swallowing and digestive problems. It is a fact that chewing well is very important in the digestion of nutrients, and at this stage, a denture restores the function and aesthetic loss of lost teeth.
What does a denture do?
The main purpose of a denture is to restore lost functions. Correction of impaired speech function and aesthetic appearance is provided by a denture.
Apart from these, restoring oral health to a large extent ensures that the patient’s self-confidence returns psychologically.
What are the types of dentures?
1. Fixed dentures (Crown-Bridge dentures)
2. Removable dentures (Partial or Full dentures)
3. Implant-supported dentures (fixed or removable dentures)
How long does it take to get used to using the denture?
Should the denture be worn continuously?
The dentist will provide information about the processes and time period in which the denture should be used. In order to get used to the denture, it should first be worn continuously. Then, it may be necessary to wear it only at night (not wear it). This situation may vary completely depending on the patient’s mouth and teeth structure and problems.
Eating and Chewing, Is it possible to eat with a denture?
Completing the patient’s missing teeth will ease the act of eating. The patient may have adaptation problems in the first few days when the denture is applied, but when this process is completed, the patient will be able to consume meals comfortably. In the initial period, eat soft foods and small bites slowly and chew to get used to the denture.
Does denture provide an aesthetic appearance?
Dentures restore the aesthetically lost appearance. The patient’s smile, self-confidence and aesthetic concerns will change positively. Denture supports cheeks and lips. In this way, it also helps prevent wrinkles.
Should denture adhesives be used?
Denture adhesive cream can be applied to increase the retention of your well-fitting dentures. The elastic cushion effect of the adhesive provides comfort to the denture, Herbal adhesives are recommended for adhesion problems such as difficult adhesion conditions and excessive saliva accumulation. Using adhesives for bad and worn dentures can cause more irritation of the tissues. Denture users should visit the dentist at least once a year.
How is denture care performed?
Dentures also require care like natural teeth. Daily oral and dental care should be done. Teeth should be brushed twice a day with a Denture brush to clean food residues remaining on the denture. For cleaning, you can use denture cleaning gel or oxygen-containing cleaning tablets that you can find in pharmacies.
It is dangerous to use hard toothbrushes that can damage the polish of the dentures. Bleach or other chemical whiteners should not be used for cleaning dentures.