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Complete Dentures

Whether it’s due to age, injury, or illness, losing all your natural teeth can be a difficult experience. At Valley Dental, our team specializes in creating personalized complete dentures that provide a comfortable, natural-looking smile.

What Is a Complete Denture?

A complete denture is a full set of removable dental prosthetics that replace all of your missing teeth. It's made of high-quality acrylic and designed to replicate the look of your natural teeth and gum tissues.

Complete dentures are ideal when there is no longer any natural teeth remaining in your upper or lower jaw. They are divided into two types:

Conventional Dentures: They are crafted after your teeth have been removed and your gums have healed, typically taking 3 months. During this healing period, you'll be without teeth.
Immediate Dentures: Created in advance, immediate dentures are placed right after your teeth are removed, ensuring that you won't have to go without teeth during the healing phase. However, once the gums shrink, adjustments will be required for a better fit.

Benefits of Complete Dentures

Improves the appearance of your smile
Boosts confidence

Custom-made to provide a comfortable fit
Affordable solution for those with total tooth loss

Enhances facial features by supporting the structure of your face and cheeks

How Is the Process for Getting Complete Dentures?

Getting complete dentures involves multiple steps to ensure a precise and comfortable fit:

Initial Consultation: Your dentist will assess your oral health and discuss your options for dentures, including whether a conventional or immediate denture is best for you.
Impressions and Measurements: Accurate molds and measurements of your gums and remaining bone structure will be taken to create your custom dentures.
Try-in Appointments: You’ll return for one or more fittings to check the shape, color, and fit of your dentures. Adjustments will be made to ensure they are as comfortable and natural as possible.
Final Placement: After all adjustments are made, your complete dentures will be placed, and your dentist will make any final refinements to ensure a perfect fit.

How to Care for Complete Dentures

Clean your dentures daily using a soft-bristled brush and denture cleaner.
Remove dentures at night to give your gums a rest and to prevent discomfort.
Store dentures in water or a special denture solution when they are not in use to prevent drying out and warping.
Rinse your dentures thoroughly after eating to remove food particles.
Avoid using harsh chemicals or toothpaste designed for natural teeth.
Visit Valley Dental regularly for check-ups and adjustments.

Smile Confidently Again with Complete Dentures

At Valley Dental, we are committed to providing high-quality dentures in Birmingham, AL, tailored to your needs. Our skilled team ensures a comfortable and natural fit, helping you regain confidence in your smile.

Schedule your consultation today and take the first step toward restoring your smile!