Dentures

Missing teeth affect your ability to chew and speak, but dentures can help. At Pioneer Dental Group in Norwalk, California, Dr. Behzad Binafard, DDS and the team of experienced dentists regularly restores smiles using dentures. The on-site dental lab designs and manufactures partial, complete, and implant-retained dentures, helping people achieve beautiful and healthy smiles. Call the Los Angeles area practice today to schedule a cosmetic dentistry appointment, or book your visit online.

Are dentures only for seniors?

No. Dentures are an excellent restorative option for any adult with missing teeth. Many seniors get dentures because they’re more likely to have tooth loss, but age doesn’t matter, and most adults qualify.

Dentures are more affordable than dental implants, look natural, and reduce the risk of common issues associated with missing teeth. Plus, thanks to modern manufacturing techniques and materials, dentures last longer than ever. 

What are the different types of dentures?

The Pioneer Dental Group team offers several types of dentures, including:

Partial dentures
Your dentist prescribes partial dentures if you’re missing a few teeth. These dentures have a metal framework and attach to metal clasps bonded to your healthy teeth.

Complete dentures
Your dentist prescribes complete dentures if you’re missing all of the teeth in your upper or lower arch and aren’t a candidate for dental implants. Complete dentures have gums made of acrylic or nylon and a full row of artificial teeth. They rest on your gums and are held in place with denture glue. 

Implant-retained dentures
Your dentist recommends implant-retained dentures if you’re missing most or all of your teeth and have healthy gums and jawbones. These dentures attach to dental implants –– metal posts that fill your empty tooth sockets. 

Implant-retained dentures last longer than all the other dentures and don’t require as much maintenance.

After an exam and X-rays, the Pioneer Dental Group team makes personalized denture recommendations.

Which dentures are right for me?

To determine the type of dentures that will most benefit you, your Pioneer Dental Group provider considers various factors, including:

• Your personal preferences and budget
• How your remaining teeth fit together
• The volume and density of your jaw bones
• How many teeth are missing
• How long your teeth have been missing

Pioneer Dental Group designs and manufactures all dentures in the on-site dental lab, saving money and speeding up the treatment process.

How do I care for my dentures?

Caring for your dentures is easy and stress-free. If you have partial or complete dentures, rinse them after meals and snacks and soak them overnight in a denture cleaning solution. For implant-retained dentures, brush twice daily and visit Pioneer Dental Group for routine checkups and dental cleanings. 

Call Pioneer Dental Group today to schedule a denture consultation, or book your appointment online.