Denture Services in Omaha, NE

A denture is a significant replacement or restorative dental option preferred for patients who have suffered tooth loss. It helps restore aesthetic smiles as well as the functionality of the tooth. The dentists of Alpine Dental Associates recommend dentures for patients who prefer a non-surgical replacement treatment. 

The dentist initiates the dental procedure for dentures through a complete dental checkup. The dentist makes sure that the patient has good bone density, which is essential for dentures. The impression of the mouth is taken and sent to the laboratory for fabricating the dentures. There are two types of dentures that are preferred for patients who have suffered a complete loss of teeth and partial loss of a tooth. Complete dentures consist of an acrylic base and a complete arch of teeth. Partial dentures consist of an acrylic base and a piece of metal, which holds the artificial tooth in place. 

During the fabrication period, dentists place a denture in the mouth for temporary purposes. The fully fabricated denture is placed inside the mouth. It stays in place with the help of suction. The dentist makes any adjustment that helps to enable the proper fitting of the device. 

Patients who have dentures should carefully handle them. It is prone to damage on being dropped on hard surfaces. When not in use, it should be immersed in the cleansing solution. The patient should wash the denture thoroughly before placing it back inside the mouth.

It is important to clean the dentures every day. A soft-bristled brush can be used to brush it. The patient should not use any toothpaste while brushing the dentures.   On dropping it and damaging it, the patient should take the denture to the dentist and avoid repairing it themselves.