Dentures – Grand Prairie, TX
Trading Gaps for Full, Beautiful Smiles
No matter how many teeth you are missing, Dr. Vo and our team at Radiant Smiles are here to make sure you no longer see multiple gaps when you look in the mirror. With custom-made, lifelike dentures in Grand Prairie, we can rebuild your smile to look brand new. Whether it is three or four teeth in the upper or lower arch, or an entire row that needs replacing, we can deliver the results you deserve. Call our office today to schedule a consultation to discover how dentures can help you take your life (and your smile) back!
Why Choose Radiant Smiles for Dentures?
- Locally Owned and Operated Dental Practice
- Advanced Dental Technology for Superior Convenience
- We Welcome Most PPO Dental Insurance Plans
Who's a Good Candidate for Dentures?
Dentures are a suitable option for most patients with missing teeth. So, if you are ready to regain a confident smile and a strong bite, don’t hesitate to schedule an appointment with our team at Radiant Smiles! In the meantime, you can read on to learn a little more on the topic, including the tooth-replacement solutions that we offer in addition to traditional dentures.
Effects of Missing Teeth
Sadly, even relatively mild cases of tooth loss can lead to:
- Low Self-Esteem – Many patients find it hard to smile confidently with noticeable gaps in their smile, which causes them to avoid social settings, even with close friends and family.
- Restricted Diet – With a compromised bite, it’s difficult to eat a varied, well-balanced diet that’s filled with the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients that your body needs.
- Difficulty Enunciating – Even a small gap can result in a noticeable lisp, so you can imagine the negative effect several missing teeth can have on your speaking patterns.
- Dental Drift – Following tooth loss, the surrounding teeth can drift out of place. This, in turn, can lead to several issues, including chronic jaw pain and premature wear.
What Qualifies You for Dentures?
Although dentures are extremely versatile, we need to conduct a thorough exam in order to determine if you’re a good candidate. In the process, we will take a look at your gums and any remaining natural teeth you have to ensure they are healthy. We will also survey the density of your jawbone to ensure it can successfully support your new teeth. If we find anything that could jeopardize your dentures, like an active infection, then we will need to administer appropriate treatment before moving forward with your prosthetics.
Alternative Tooth-Replacement Options
If we determine that you aren’t a good denture candidate for some reason, like you’re only missing one tooth, then we will discuss the other options that are available, including:
- Dental Bridges – Dental bridges are a tried-and-true tooth-replacement solution that’s capable of replacing up to four missing teeth consecutively. If we decide together that this is the best option for you, then we will secure a dental crown on each side of the gap. Then, the replacement tooth or teeth will “bridge” the gap, giving you a complete smile again.
- Dental Implants – Largely considered the “gold standard” in tooth replacement, dental implants can replace one, a few, or an entire arch of missing teeth. They are also the only option that is inserted into the jawbone, which helps prevent bone loss and preserve your youthful face shape. Plus, with proper care, they can last for 30+ years!
Types of Dentures
Radiant Smiles provides several options to help patients like yourself enjoy life with full, complete smiles. Whether it’s a partial, full, or implant denture that you need, trust that our team is here to build the kind of prosthetic you will enjoy for years to come.
Partial Dentures
A partial denture is used to fill the spaces along the gumline. Missing teeth do not have to be consecutive but can be spread out along the arch. The gum-colored base and natural-looking teeth will attach to healthy abutment teeth on either side of the row using metal clasps. Once in place, you will be free to eat, speak, and smile easily.
Full Dentures
Missing an entire row of teeth can be remedied with a full denture. Made of the same materials as a partial denture – gum-colored acrylic base and porcelain teeth – it sits on top of the gumline. It remains attached using natural suction and adhesive.
Implant Dentures
Another option for replacing an entire arch of teeth is an implant denture. Instead of relying on natural suction to hold your denture in place, this approach places it atop 4-6 implant posts positioned in the jawbone. What you see in the end is a permanent smile that will not shift while you eat or speak and will give you greater confidence.
The Benefits of Dentures
As one of the most reliable tooth replacement solutions offered by dentists, you can expect to enjoy many supreme benefits, such as:
- A completely customized set of teeth that looks natural and feels comfortable
- The opportunity to restore your bite and chew without pain
- A cost-effective tooth replacement solution
- Prosthetics that are easy to clean
- Teeth that can last a decade with the right level of care
- The ability to maintain your facial shape