Types of Dentures

Question:

What are distant dentures?

Answer:

Not exactly sure of what you mean by distant dentures, however you could be referring to either immediate dentures or overdentures.  Either way, we will provide a thorough definition of each.

Immediate dentures are delivered the SAME day that your teeth are extracted (pulled) by the dentist.  The great thing is that you won’t have to suffer through a period of going without teeth.  However, the bad thing is that once your teeth are pulled, and as the bone heals, the dentures may not fit the same in a couple of months.  The bone underneath will shrink and the dentures will become too big, thus causing them to rock in your mouth or not fit properly.  When this occurs, you will have to visit your dentist for a reline (adding more material to the inside of your denture) or for a completely new set.

Overdentures can be implant retained, or retained by natural teeth.  If implant retained, the dentist will insert a minimum of 2 implants into your bone, and the denture will be designed around the implants so as to ensure a better fit.  For natural teeth, the concept is the same.  The advantage of overdenture is that in the long-run you won’t lose as much bone and overall the dentures will fit better.

Hope these tips help out and good luck,

SaveMySmile Team