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Partials and Dentures Treatment in Puyallup

Regain Your Smile and Enhance Your Quality of Life with Partials and Dentures

Missing teeth can impact one's ability to chew, speak, and smile confidently. At Prosthodontics & Implants Northwest, we offer personalized partials and denture treatments in Puyallup to restore one's smile and improve oral health.

Partials and Dentures: What Are They?

Dentures

Dentures

Removable replacements for all teeth in an arch (upper or lower jaw).

Partial Dentures

Partial Dentures

Removable restorations that fill in gaps created by missing teeth are supported by remaining healthy teeth.

Benefits of Partials and Dentures

Benefits of Partials and Dentures

  • Improved Appearance: Regain a natural-looking smile and enhance your confidence.
  • Restored Function: Chew comfortably, and speak clearly.
  • Enhanced Oral Health: Partials and dentures prevent remaining teeth from shifting and can promote better jawbone health.

Partials and Dentures Fitting Process

We understand the importance of a comfortable and secure fit for your dentures or partials. The process involves:

  • Consultation: Our team of expert prosthodontics will evaluate your oral health and discuss treatment options.
  • Impressions: Detailed impressions of your jaw and remaining teeth are taken.
  • Custom Fabrication: Your dentures or partials are crafted in a dental lab based on the precise impressions.
  • Fittings and Adjustments: Multiple appointments may be needed to ensure a comfortable, secure, and natural-looking fit.
What to Expect with Your New Partials and Dentures

What to Expect with Your New Partials and Dentures

  • Adjustment Period: Expect a loose fit initially as your mouth adjusts. Soreness may occur; consult our doctor for adjustments.
  • Eating: Start with soft foods, chew carefully, and practice at home first.
  • Speaking: Practice reading aloud to improve speech clarity.
  • Wearing: Keep wearing your dentures throughout the day, except when soreness occurs or at night for gum tissue rest.
  • Cleaning: Brush your mouth and dentures regularly. Use recommended cleansers and avoid harsh chemicals.
  • Breakage: Most breaks can be repaired by our facility. Avoid DIY repairs.
  • Long-Term Care: Regular checkups are recommended to maintain a good fit and oral health.
Guide to Take Care of Your Dentures

Guide to Take Care of Your Dentures

Daily Must-Do's:

  • Soak dentures (both lined & unlined) nightly in a warm cleanser solution.
  • Brush daily with soft brush & cleanser (skip brush on soft temporary linings).

Extra Care for Soft Linings (Processed):

  • Disinfect weekly with a Zephiran solution (see full guide for recipe).

Extra Care for Soft Temporary Linings:

  • No brushing inside! Use soft swabs for cleaning.
  • Soak daily with provided cleanser in cool water.
  • Store overnight in water.
  • Skip hot foods, heavy chewing, and seeds for 24 hours after placement.

Follow these tips for a healthy smile and long-lasting dentures!

FAQs

Partial dentures are ideal if you have some remaining healthy teeth but also have missing teeth that affect your smile, chewing, and speech.

While some people choose to keep their partials overnight, our doctors may recommend removing them for cleaning and to allow your gums to rest.

Complete dentures replace all teeth in an upper or lower jaw. During your consultation, we'll discuss the options for complete dentures.

Maintaining good oral hygiene remains important even with dentures. Brush your gums daily and clean your dentures regularly following your dentist's instructions.

There are various types of partial dentures, such as cast-metal and flexible partials. Contact us and get in touch with one of our prosthodontics to determine the most suitable option for your case.

Rediscover the Joy of Smiling with Confidence

Schedule a consultation at Prosthodontics & Implants Northwest to discuss your needs and create a personalized treatment plan for dentures or partials that will restore your smile and improve your quality of life.

Rediscover the Joy of Smiling with Confidence