The Onset of Complex Tooth Loss
With a partial denture, our team can take on more complex cases of tooth loss., If you have only one missing tooth, or a gap of two to three missing teeth in a row, then we could offer a bridge. If you have lost the vast majority of your teeth, we could extract the last few and secure a set of full dentures. But with a partial, we have a single prosthetic that can fill multiple gaps spread out across the smile.
Otherwise, this could leave your smile vulnerable to misalignment, which further harms overall oral health and smile appearance. You could have issue with clear speech or even your meal options. But we can help, so you can enjoy a complete and beautiful smile once again!
Creating a Partial
How do we create a partial? To begin, we will examine your smile to assess the cause of your tooth loss. We may need to manage issues like periodontal disease to safeguard your remaining teeth. We will extract any diseased or severely decayed teeth, and take images and measurements with digital technology., In a lab setting, we will design and craft a new prosthetic, one that contains multiple lifelike ceramic teeth set in an acrylic base, which looks like gum tissue. There will also be clasps that attach to natural teeth to secure your new ones in place.
Your new denture will be removable, and we will discuss soaking and cleaning them to help last as long as possible!
Support with Dental Implants
We are proud to offer implant dentistry with durable and lifelike materials, which means we could insert several posts into the jaw to support a fixed denture, one that does not need to be removed for maintenance. This also helps ensure your completed prosthetic can stay in place for much longer, decades or even a lifetime with proper care and attention. If you have any questions about how we address tooth loss with partials, or if you have a complicated case of tooth loss that needs attention, then contact our team today.
Dr. James R. Stewart, D.D.S. Takes on Multiple Missing Teeth
If you have a more complex case of tooth loss, we can help with a new prosthetic. To find out more about addressing your missing teeth, call Dr. James R. Stewart, D.D.S. in Livonia, MI today at 734-425-4400.