Dentures are removable replacements for missing teeth, usually made of acrylic plastic or porcelain and metal materials. Patients considering dentures in Little Rock are relieved to discover the old days of fake looking smiles and teeth are over. Today’s dentures from Smile Arkansas are designed to closely resemble your natural gum tissue and teeth. Our cosmetic specialist will take the time to discuss all your options for dentures to restore a natural appearance for your smile
Dentures are not just for older people. Patients of any age may lose some or all of their teeth through sports, injuries, accidents, gum disease, and a variety of other causes. Because teeth are a permanent part of the body, tooth loss is more than just an inconvenience – it can have a significant psychological impact as well. At Smile Arkansas, we know just how important it is to get you back to a natural looking smile you can enjoy for years.
Full Dentures – If you are missing all or most of your teeth, then a full denture may be recommended. A full denture consists of a lower arch, an upper arch, or both, plus a plastic base. The base is the color of your natural gums and holds a full set of plastic or porcelain teeth. Full dentures are held in the mouth by forming a seal with the gums.
Partial Dentures – For those who are missing teeth, but still have healthy teeth as well, a partial denture can be just the thing to restore your healthy smile. A partial denture consists of a removable, gum-colored plastic base with plastic or porcelain teeth attached. It connects to your existing teeth, filling in the gaps to complete your natural-looking smile. A partial denture also helps to prevent your other teeth from shifting out of alignment.
These days, dentures can be either immediate or the conventional type. Immediate dentures are inserted on the same day, right after the removal of natural teeth. The advantage of immediate dentures is that you are able to use your new teeth right away, although the fit may need to be adjusted as your gums heal. The conventional denture is prepared after the teeth are extracted. In order to give the gums time to fully heal, you don’t receive your new conventional dentures for another ten to twelve weeks. The advantage of conventional dentures, however, is that they may be a more precise fit for your mouth and thus require fewer adjustments.
Smile Arkansas is here to help you take the next step! Make an appointment today by calling 501.821.4200 or clicking here. We also invite you to explore the many other restorative and cosmetic smile solutions we offer, by scheduling your Complimentary Smile Makeover Consultation. Let us know how we can help you by calling today!
As one of the premier dental practices in Arkansas, our team at Smile Arkansas also provides dentures to patients from Little Rock, Maumelle, Conway, Bryant, Benton, Cabot, Sherwood, Hot Springs, Hot Springs Village, Pine Bluff, Fayetteville, Bentonville, Rogers, Springdale, Russellville, El Dorado, and Camden, AR.
If you want to learn more about our dentistry practice - where we offer beautiful smile transformations with no prep veneers, where we offer dental implants, and where we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee to insure you are satisfied with your visit - Smile Arkansas is here to serve you.
