While preserving your natural teeth is always the goal, there are times when replacing missing teeth with a prosthetic solution such as dentures may be the best option. The experienced dentists at Yes Dental provide comfortable, natural-looking dentures for patients at our Manhattan location, helping restore your smile, function, and confidence.
Dentures are a removable appliance that replaces the teeth that have been lost or removed. They help restore the smile and look of natural teeth. Tooth loss can occur because of injury, trauma, decay, damage, or gum disease that results in the jawbone becoming too weak. While there are other prosthetic options available, if the majority of your teeth are lost or removed, dentures may be the best choice.
There are several types of dentures available, and at Yes Dental, we offer options designed to provide the right balance of comfort, function, durability, and appearance. Our denture options include metal frame dentures, flexible partial dentures, and combination dentures.
Metal Frame Dentures
Metal frame dentures are made with a strong, durable metal framework customized to fit your gums and palate. They typically include an acrylic base, replacement teeth, and metal clasps that attach to your natural teeth for added stability. This traditional option provides a comfortable and secure fit, although some metal components may be visible.
Flexible Partial Dentures
Flexible partial dentures, also known as Flexi-Partials, are made from a lightweight, flexible material designed for comfort and a natural appearance. They are metal-free and do not require traditional metal clasps. The material can also be matched to the color of your gum tissue, helping the denture blend naturally with your smile.
Combination Dentures
Combination dentures bring together the strength and stability of a metal framework with the aesthetic benefits of flexible materials. A thin, precisely fitted metal frame provides added support and security, while the more natural-looking components help create a discreet and attractive appearance.
At Yes Dental in Manhattan, our team can help determine which denture option is best suited to your individual needs, lifestyle, and smile.
You will need to brush your gums daily before inserting dentures to prevent plaque from building up on the soft tissue. You will also need to brush and rinse your dentures at least once a day. At night, your dentures should soak in denture cleaning solution or cool water to prevent warping or the dentures drying out. With good care, dentures should last for five to seven years before a replacement is needed.
