Dentures in Raritan, NJ
While dentures are usually associated with elderly people, thanks to modern technology, we at Stunning Smiles of Somerset in Raritan, and near Sommerville, Branchburg, NJ, can offer you the best in denture technology. Essentially, dentures are a removable dental appliance and replacement for teeth that are missing from your mouth and the surround tissue, or gums. Dentures in Raritan, NJ are no longer bright white fake teeth with bright pink gums. Now they can be made to most naturally resemble a set of teeth, or a partial set of teeth.
There are two kinds of dentures in Raritan, NJ – partial and complete. Pretty self-explanatory, partial dentures are used to fill gaps in the mouth that are missing a few teeth and complete sets are used to fill an entire mouth of artificial teeth. This prevents shifting of teeth or progressive gum movement or sinus sagging.
Do I Need to Replace my Denture or Will They Last Forever?
Dentures, while they are extremely durable and long-lasting, may need to be replaced if chipped. Depending on your diet and the care you give your dentures will tell how often you need to replace your dentures, if at all. Our office in Raritan, New Jersey, 08869 offers dentures.
Why Do I Need Dentures?
You may need dentures if you are missing all or your teeth or a sequence of your teeth al in one spot. Other reasons dentures may be a good option include:
- Enhancing a smile and facial tissues.
- Improving speech, digestion, and chewing.
What does Getting Dentures in Raritan, NJ Involve?
Getting dentures require a few appointments, usually over a period of a couple weeks or so. Highly accurate molds and measurements are required to create your custom denture. Several try-on appointments may be necessary to ensure that you’re getting the right shape, color, and for out of your new dentures.
It is normal to experience increased saliva flow, soreness and possible speech and chewing difficulty after getting your dentures implemented for the first few weeks or so.
If you’ve recently gotten dentures and you have some question, or if you’re interested in getting dentures yourself, don’t hesitate to give our office a call. We would be more than happy to talk to you about your options.