Dentures in Reading

For many people, replacing missing teeth can be a life-changing process that brings about significant positive change.

Dentures are one of the most commonly chosen means of doing so, and there’s nothing more satisfying than seeing our patients embrace the joy of smiling again.

What are dentures?

Dentures are removable false teeth that sit over your gums. If you’re missing all of your teeth, you’ll need complete dentures, and if you’re missing a few teeth, you can wear partial dentures. Here at Earley Dental Practice, we create your dentures using only the most reliable materials that will stand the test of time.

Why might I need dentures?

• We might suggest dentures as a mode of tooth replacement if you:
• Would like to replace one or more missing teeth.
• Have old and ill-fitting dentures that need replacing.
• Are keen to avoid damage to your existing teeth?
• Are unsuitable for dental implants due to a lack of healthy jaw bones.

What can I expect during the dentures treatment process?

The dentures process involves the following steps:

• Examination and review of your options for replacing missing teeth.
• Digital scan of your mouth to inform the design of your dentures. Analysis of your tooth shade and shape, so your dentures can be made to be a precise fit for your unique facial appearance. This information is then sent to the dental lab, where your dentures can be created.
• The dentures are sent back to the practice, and we can make any necessary adjustments during this fitting appointment.

We’ll provide you with aftercare instructions once we’ve checked that your dentures are a good fit for your mouth. You might take a couple of days to get used to wearing your dentures and after a few weeks, it’ll feel second nature to eat and smile with them in.

What makes dentures great?

• They’re a cost-effective way of replacing numerous missing teeth.
• Many patients feel more comfortable smiling, particularly in public.
• Modern dentures offer a great level of comfort and look highly authentic.
• You’ll find it’s easier to eat and speak with them in.
• By adopting a consistently diligent approach to your oral hygiene routine, dentures can last many years.