Dentures Aren’t Just for Seniors

You only get one set of permanent teeth, which are supposed to last you for a lifetime. However, 30 million Americans have lost all their teeth in one or both arches. If you’ve suffered significant tooth loss, your confidence and quality of life were probably lost along with them. Dentures are the go-to solution to replace several missing teeth. You don’t have to wait until you retire to rebuild a beautiful smile because dentures aren’t just for seniors. Although they are attributed to the elderly, adults of all ages can benefit from dentures. Here’s why you shouldn’t wait to replace your lost teeth.

Every Tooth is Important

Teeth are important for more than an attractive smile. Each one is crucial for your oral health and functions. With your dental and general health closely entwined, severe tooth loss can affect your overall wellness. Not to mention, missing teeth can make you look years older. 

Replacing lost teeth sooner rather than later allows you to avoid common issues caused by tooth loss. You’ll invest in your oral health and general wellness while restoring a smile to be proud of. 

There’s No Age Requirement for Dentures

Dentures are surrounded by many social stigmas, like looking unnatural or only being for the elderly. Neither of these common misconceptions is true. 

There’s no age requirement for dentures, and advancements in technologies and materials allow them to look and feel very realistic. You won’t think twice before smiling or have to watch what you put on your plate when investing in dentures.

Options to Replace Lost Teeth

You have more options than ever before to treat tooth loss. Based on the number of teeth you are missing, your oral health, and your preferences, you may be a candidate for:

• Partial: If you still have a few healthy teeth, a partial denture can be the solution for you. Prosthetic teeth are set in a gum-colored base that has a metal framework, which allows it to clip or clasp onto your remaining teeth to stay in place.
• Full Denture: An acrylic base is created from an impression of your mouth to ensure it fits like a glove. It holds custom-made prosthetic teeth and will rely on suction to stay in place.
• Implant Denture: A dental implant replaces both the root and the crown, creating exceptional benefits that aren’t possible using any other tooth replacement method. 4 to 10 dental implants can anchor your denture to your jawbone to give you the next best thing to real teeth.

Whether you’re in your 20s, 30s, or 40s, you don’t have to live without any teeth. Your dentist has the solutions you need to rehabilitate your smile.

About Dr. Jason Kaopua

Dr. Kaopua achieved his dental degree at the Oregon Health & Science University and has regularly continued his training in various specialties, including dental implants. He strives to provide the most up-to-date services. If you’re ready to replace your lost teeth, request an appointment through our website or call (425) 307-4826.