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What to Expect with Your Dentures
Getting dentures is a multi-faceted process, one that will begin with a discussion with your dentist about your options. Should the surrounding teeth and/or jawbone turn out to be healthy, there may be more advantageous replacement options to pursue. If dentures turn out to be your best option, then you are ready to begin the process.
The first step in having dentures placed is taking dental impressions. This will involve your dentist taking an impression of the remaining teeth and gums in order to have appliances created that will fit your particular mouth. If there are teeth that need to be extracted, you will need to wait until the gums are healed before an impression can be made. Your dentist will measure the bite of your teeth using wax rims, which will help gauge how to best form the dental appliances to match your bite.
Once these steps are completed, your dentist will discuss customizable options, which may include the size, shape, and shade of the teeth. If you plan on having the dentures match your original teeth, consider bringing in pictures to show to the dentist.
Once this information is collected, the information will be sent to a lab, and when they are complete, your dentist will set up a trial fitting. The final fitting allows the dentist to ensure that the changes that they have made to the fitting are a perfect fit.
Caring for your Dentures
Although dentures are not your real teeth, they still need to be properly taken care of. It is important to keep your dentures clean between wearing them. While there are no restrictions in terms of your dentures, it is also important to continue taking care of your gums and any remaining teeth you have. Be sure to continue practicing good dental hygiene by brushing and flossing your teeth at least twice daily and continue scheduling dentist appointments every six months. If you continue to take good care of your teeth, your teeth will continue to take good care of you.
Contact Cherrywood Dental Care
Having dentures placed can significantly impact and improve the lives of those with damaged teeth. Scheduling an appointment for dentures is the first step towards being confident in your smile once again. We are here to help you begin your journey towards the perfect smile! Please contact us to set up an appointment for dentures at (952) 440-9303.
At Cherrywood Dental, we are passionate about your smile and committed to providing you with the quality care you need in Savage and the Greater Minneapolis Metro!


