Dentures are replacements for missing teeth that can be removed and replaced as you please. Depending on each individual patient, they may require full or partial dentures. Full removable dentures are used when all of the natural teeth are removed from the mouth. There are two types of full dentures.

Conventional Full Dentures – This is when all the teeth are removed and the tissue is given time to heal before the dentures are placed. It could take a few months for the gum tissue to heal completely, and during this time you will be without teeth.

Immediate Full Dentures – Prior to having your teeth removed, Dr. Sharma will take impressions and have dentures custom fitted for your mouth. After removing the teeth, the dentures are immediately placed in your mouth. The benefit is that you do not have to spend any time without teeth. You will, however, need to have a follow up visit to reline your dentures because the tissues will change shape as your mouth heals.

Partial dentures are another option when not all of your teeth need to be removed. This is similar to a bridge, but it is not a permanent fixture in your mouth.