Denture Repair Specialist

What are dentures?

Dentures are prosthetic teeth connected to a gum-colored, acrylic base that look and function like your natural teeth. An excellent tooth replacement option if you lose some or all of your teeth, dentures allow you to eat, speak, and laugh comfortably. 

Unfortunately, the fit of your dentures can change shape over time, leading to gum inflammation, tender gums, red gums, and even mouth sores. Without proper adjustment, your dentures can feel too painful to wear regularly.

Why don’t my dentures fit anymore?

Highly accurate impressions help your team design your dentures to fit your mouth exactly as it is. However, there are many reasons you may now have loose-fitting dentures:

Bone resorption

The most common reason for loose-fitting dentures, bone resorption is when your gums begin to shrink. This happens because they no longer need to hold your natural teeth in place. That’s why it’s important to use your jaw as much as possible after you get dentures. Something as simple as chewing solid foods can help keep your jaw healthy and strong.

Gum inflammation

If you have teeth extracted and subsequent denture fittings, you can expect noticeable gum inflammation. Because of this, you should always schedule regular adjustment visits within the first few weeks after you are fitted for your dentures.

Wear and tear

Normal wear and tear can change or put stress on your dentures, causing them to chip or crack. Teeth grinding is especially harmful to your dentures, as repeated grinding motions can wear down your teeth.

Weight loss

Believe it or not, weight loss affects far more than your waist size. As you lose weight, the fat in your face can shrink, changing the shape of your face and jaw. This may make your dentures feel loose and uncomfortable.

How are dentures repaired?

Your dentures can be damaged in a number of ways, including:

• Cracked base
• Loose teeth
• Broken teeth
• Poor fit

Depending on your unique situation, the Northwest Dental team assesses the damage and performs either a simple repair or an impression repair.

If you have a simple repair for the teeth, gum line, or base of your dentures, the team may be able to use the same material from which the dentures were made. They may also be able to finish the denture repair in a single day.

However, a repair with impressions may take more than one visit. This happens if your provider determines they need new impressions to repair or replace your dentures.

A denture repair at Northwest Dental is quick, simple, and effective. To schedule an appointment with the team, call or book an appointment online.