Dentures have been around for thousands of years because the need for teeth has always been apparent to people and the struggle to keep one’s natural teeth has also always been an issue. But dentures have come a long way since the uncomfortable and awkward set that George Washington wore at his inauguration. Today’s dentures provide a myriad of benefits in functionality, aesthetics, and overall oral health. Dentures are lightweight and look completely natural in your mouth. They can be custom fitted for your mouth and should not require any denture fixatives to keep them in place. Though it can take a little practice to become 100% comfortable while eating and talking with dentures, once you get the hang of it, dentures will greatly improve how you chew and communicate with others.

What are dentures?

Dentures are false teeth that are made to replace missing teeth in your mouth and can be removed when needed. Depending on how many teeth you are missing, you can have a full or complete set of dentures or a partial set. It is important to note that dentures are not just to improve your smile, while this is an added bonus. Dentures can be fully functioning so that you can enjoy foods easily.

Functionality

When you have missing teeth, you may begin to chew improperly in order to break your food up enough to digest. But this can cause digestive issues. After learning how to chew properly with dentures, you will be more comfortable having a meal and all other issues that may have stemmed from tooth loss could be alleviated.

Dentures can also resolve speech issues developed from living without particular teeth for a while. Certain letters and sounds require the tongue to touch the teeth and if there are no teeth to be touched, the sound is not quite right. This can cause someone to become embarrassed to speak. Dentures can immediately put teeth back in their proper place so you can speak freely and clearly.

Aesthetics

Not only will dentures replace your missing teeth so that you have a full, dazzling smile, but the dentures can also provide support for your cheeks to maintain your natural look without having sagging or sunken cheeks.

Oral health

Missing teeth can leave your mouth more susceptible to developing gum disease. Periodontal disease may have even been the very thing that caused you to lose your teeth in the first place. Keeping your dentures clean and maintaining normal oral function can help you to avoid gum disease and the many other health complications that can come with it.

If you are in St. Augustine, FL. and are in need of partial or complete dentures, give Dental Remedies a call to set up an appointment today!