Dentures on Upper West Side NYC | Smiles On The Upper Westside

Dentures are used to replace multiple missing teeth.

Smiles On The Upper Westside provides dentures in New York, NY. Call 212-222-5225 to learn more and schedule your appointment.

Restorative procedures help protect both oral health and overall health while improving the appearance of the patient’s smile. Being able to properly chew food and having correct bite alignment affect a patient’s health in ways that go beyond just a smile.

When restoring damaged, broken, and decayed teeth, the goal is to return the tooth to its original strength, function, and esthetic. Biomimetic dentistry, which is defined as the reconstruction of teeth to emulate their natural biomechanical and esthetic form and function, accomplishes all of this in a conservative approach with strong and attractive results.

Traditional Dentures

Full Dentures for Edentulous Patients

If you are missing all of your teeth in the upper arch, lower arch, or both, traditional full dentures can be used to replace them. They are removable and do not require implants for support. Your denture will have an acrylic base that mimics the appearance of natural gums and is custom-made for you in a dental laboratory. This base sits over your gums to hold the denture in place, usually with the support of denture paste or adhesive. Removable dentures are taken out each night and cleaned in a denture solution.

We only fabricate full dentures once all of the teeth in an arch have been removed and the gum tissue has healed. If needed, a temporary restoration can be provided during the healing process

Partial Dentures

When multiple teeth in one arch are missing, a traditional partial denture is a removable solution for restoring them. Unlike full dentures, a partial denture has an acrylic base with metal attachments that are secured to remaining teeth for support. Alternatively, partial dentures may be attached to crowns on either side of the denture. Partial dentures can be removed and cleaned when not being worn.

Implant-Supported Dentures

Implant Supported Dentures

Dental implants can be used to hold a full or partial denture in place, which allows for a smaller base and less shifting, making these dentures more comfortable. A removable, or snap-on, denture is anchored by implants, but removed for sleeping and cleaning, while fixed implant-supported dentures are permanently attached to your implants.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dentures

What type of dentures are best?

Implant-supported dentures are considered the best solution because they prevent and even reverse bone loss in the jaw, giving you a stronger bite and more youthful appearance. That said, every patient is different and your circumstances may mean another option is a better fit for your needs.

Can I get my teeth pulled and dentures on the same day?

There are some solutions that allow you to get dentures the same day your teeth are pulled. We can let you know if you’re a candidate for one of these procedures during your consultation.

Can you get dentures that look like real teeth?

Today’s dentures look more realistic than ever. When you invest in quality materials and have your dentures designed by a skilled dentist with an eye for detail, no one will suspect that your teeth are not your own

Is it okay to sleep with your dentures in?

Unless you have fixed dentures, you will need to remove your dentures when you sleep.

How long does it take for dentures to feel comfortable?

It can take up to a month for you to get used to the feeling of wearing dentures. If, after more than a month, you are still feeling uncomfortable, let us know.

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Dentures on the Upper West Side