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Dentures – McKinney, TX

Restore Your Smile Without Breaking the Bank

Dentist holding dentures in McKinney

Tooth loss is a common issue throughout the country. Approximately 178 million Americans are missing at least one tooth while 40 million are missing all of their teeth. The good news is that just because you’ve suffered from tooth loss in the past doesn’t mean that you need to go the rest of your life with unsightly gaps in your smile. At Archway Dental, Dr. Deval Parmar offers customized dentures to restore the function and appearance of your smile. To learn more about how dentures in McKinney can restore your smile without breaking the bank, contact our office to schedule a consultation.

Why Choose Archway Dental for Dentures?

  • Customized for Natural Appearance
  • We Accept Dental Insurance
  • Saturday Appointments Available

Who is a Good Candidate for Dentures?

Woman smiling with dentures in McKinney

Dentures are a lifechanging tooth replacement option for people who are missing anywhere from several to all of their teeth. Depending on the number of teeth that you are missing and where they are located in the mouth, a customized plan can be created just for you. Just keep in mind that if you have any existing oral health issues, like tooth decay or gum disease, they will need to be treated before you’re able to move forward in the process of getting dentures. The health of your smile is our number one priority!

Types of Dentures

Digital illustration of implant denture in McKinney

During your initial consultation, we will determine which of the following options is best for you:

Partial Dentures

If a dental bridge isn’t enough to restore your smile, a partial denture may be a good option for you. They are customized to fit perfectly in the mouth between your remaining healthy teeth. Partial dentures can replace teeth in different locations of the mouth and keep neighboring teeth from shifting around and causing misalignment issues.

Full Dentures

Full dentures are supported by the shape and natural suction of the mouth and gums. They are used to replace an entire arch of missing teeth, either on the top or bottom. It’s crafted with a lifelike base and enamel-colored set of replacement teeth. Ultimately, this allows for a beautiful, natural-looking appearance.

Implant Dentures

If you want a more stable, longer-lasting solution, dental implant dentures could be what you’re looking for. We will start by placing a series of dentures throughout the jawbone before attaching the customized restoration. With implant dentures, you can expect 70% of your natural chewing function to be restored. This type of denture is designed to last for decades with proper maintenance, so you don’t need to worry about replacements. To make a good candidate for implant dentures, you need to have a strong jawbone to support them. During your consultation, we can determine if they are the right option for you.

The Benefits of Dentures

Senior couple with dentures in McKinney sharing a milkshake

There are all sorts of ways that dentures can benefit you if you are currently missing teeth. Here are just some of their many advantages:

  • Increases confidence
  • Supports facial muscles
  • Partially covered by most insurance plans
  • Makes eating easier
  • Easy removal for cleaning
  • Improves speech
  • Keeps surrounding teeth in place
  • Prevents sunken cheeks

Dentures FAQs

Can I Sleep with My Dentures?

When you first receive your dentures, your dentist will probably instruct you to wear them for the first twenty-four hours. After that, you will need to remove and soak your dentures for at least eight hours every day. Wearing dentures limits blood flow to your gums, which can lead to soft tissue irritation and bone loss, so taking them out gives your gums time to rest and absorb needed nutrients. The dark, damp space between the denture and the gums also provides an ideal breeding ground for bacteria that can cause oral infections as well as pneumonia. Most patients remove and soak their dentures before going to bed.

What Is the Average Age for Dentures?

While tooth loss is usually not inevitable, it is a problem that becomes more common as patients age. However, people of all ages can potentially be good candidates for dentures. About two-thirds of adults between the ages of 40 and 64 have lost at least one tooth, compared to only one-third of those between the ages of 20 and 39. The American Dental Association estimates that nearly 57% of seniors between the ages of 65 and 74 wear some type of denture.

Will Dentures Change the Shape of My Face?

After tooth loss, your facial muscles begin to lose tension, resulting in your face developing a sunken appearance. Dentures can support these struggling facial muscles, thus giving you a more youthful appearance. However, dentures that don’t fit properly may not give these muscles sufficient support. While each denture is customized to fit the patient’s unique mouth, the mouth will continue to change shape after receiving it, and you will need to have yours refitted or replaced if it is no longer fitting properly.

Can I Use Regular Toothpaste to Clean My Dentures?

While your dentures need to be brushed and rinsed on a daily basis, toothpaste is too abrasive for them. It can leave microscopic scratches on the surface of your dentures, which can deteriorate their appearance over time and eventually leave them severely damaged. Always use a soft-bristled brush to clean your dentures, and take care to only use hand soap, mild dishwashing liquid, or approved denture cleaners. It’s also important to clean your dentures after every meal.

Can You Kiss with Dentures?

While it’s perfectly possible to share a kiss while wearing dentures, it can take some time to get the hang of it. Since the artificial teeth attached to dentures do not contain any nerves like natural teeth do, you must take care to avoid bumping your teeth against those of your partner. It’s also a good idea to kiss gently when wearing dentures to prevent them from sliding out of place, which makes it much more difficult to recite romantic poetry.