Dentures – Long Island City, NY
The Traditional Solution for Tooth Loss
While it can feel embarrassing, tooth loss is more common than you’d think. As many as 178 million U.S. adults have lost at least one of their permanent teeth. That’s why LIC Dental Associates at Court Square comes prepared with quality dentures in Long Island City! Using these special prosthetics, our dentists will return your full smile and raise your quality of life. Learn more about them and what they do by reading below, or book a visit today.
Why Choose LIC Dental Associates at Court Square/Queen’s Plaza for Dentures?
- High-Quality Materials That Ensure Long-Lasting Results
- Excellent Implant Dentures Available
- Dental Insurance Welcome & Flexible Financing Available
Who Is a Good Candidate for Dentures?
Whether you’re missing one tooth or an entire arch, nearly everyone is a good candidate for dentures in Long Island City. However, you’ll need to be in good oral health first. But don’t despair- if your mouth isn’t ready to get dentures just yet, our team can help restore the health of your gum tissue and bone structure, so you’ll have a strong, healthy, functional smile that looks as good as it feels!
Effects of Missing Teeth
Permanent tooth loss can happen for many reasons. Whether it’s due to injury, tooth decay, or even gum disease, when you’re missing teeth, it can affect more than just the appearance of your smile. Tooth loss can lead to a variety of dangerous side effects, including jawbone deterioration, tooth drift, and facial sagging, not to mention difficulties eating, speaking clearly, and interacting with the world with confidence.
What Qualifies You for Dentures?
There are a few key factors that will make you a good candidate for dentures in Long Island City. These lifelike restorations are ideal for anyone who is missing many teeth, or who has sensitive teeth or extensive decay, but who also has sufficient healthy periodontal tissue and jawbone density. You should also be prepared to take care of your new prosthetics and your oral health, as your restorations won’t last if you don’t maintain them.
During your consultation, your dentist will help determine which type of denture is best for your unique smile. There are many varieties to choose from, each depending on how many teeth you’re missing, as well as your budget and personal preferences. Dentures also have the benefit of being a more affordable way to replace teeth and are an excellent choice for patients who are looking to restore their smile without breaking the bank.
Alternative Tooth Replacement Options
If your dentist determines that you’re not a good candidate for dentures during your consultation, the good news is that there may be other options available to replace your teeth. These include:
- Dental Bridges: These prosthetics are an excellent choice for those who are missing between one and four consecutive teeth. However, they do require you to have healthy teeth surrounding those empty spaces, as these are necessary to hold the bridge in place.
- Dental Implants: Dental implants secure to your jawbone via one or more titanium posts that remain in place permanently. To qualify for this treatment, you need to have sufficient jawbone density. If you don’t, we can discuss preliminary procedures like bone grafting or a sinus lift during your consultation.
Types of Dentures
Depending on your oral exam, our team may suggest one of three dentures. These three types are:
Partial Dentures
Per its name, a partial denture only replaces a few teeth at most. That means it fits over the gumline with suction or clasps onto nearby natural teeth (i.e., abutments). Once it’s in place, the device uses its pink acrylic base and color-matched teeth to blend in with your smile.
Full Dentures
Unlike a partial denture, a full one replaces an entire arch of teeth at once. It doesn’t use clasps to stay in place; it can only rely on suction force or store-bought adhesives. That said, it’s still custom-fitted to sit snugly over your gums and blend seamlessly with your mouth.
Implant Dentures
If you need a more permanent restoration, you should seriously look into implant dentures. These kinds secure themselves with dental implants – posts that fuse with your jawbone. For that reason, they remain stable and won’t slip or fall from your mouth like other dentures can. You can also count on them to work for years with proper care.
The Benefits of Dentures
The benefits of our practice’s dentures include the following:
- A Lifelike Grin – Thanks to their quality materials, today’s dentures look beautiful and lifelike. They’ll blend well with your smile and enhance your good looks!
- High Confidence – Dentures boost your confidence by restoring your grin. Since they eliminate your “smile gaps,” they help you feel self-assured in your looks, speech, eating ability, etc.
- Better Nutrition – Dentures improve your nutrition and physical health by giving you teeth that help you chew more food.
- Cost-Effective Care – Compared to other oral prosthetics, dentures don't cost as much and work well. They’re pretty ideal if you have limited funds.