Missing teeth or dentures that feel loose, uncomfortable, or unstable can affect the way you eat, speak, and smile. At Advances in Dentistry, Dr. Corbyn Rhodes, Dr. Angela Windsor, and our team provide custom dentures in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, for patients who want a more comfortable, natural-looking way to replace missing teeth. Every denture is designed around the individual patient. We consider the shape of your mouth, bite, facial features, existing teeth, appearance preferences, and functional needs when planning your new smile.
Our denture options include complete dentures, immediate dentures, partial dentures, and implant-supported dentures for qualifying patients.
Call 405-751-6996 to schedule a free denture consultation and learn which option may be right for you!
Denture Dentist in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
A well-made denture should do more than replace missing teeth. It should fit comfortably, support your bite, complement your facial features, and look natural when you smile.
At Advances in Dentistry, our dentists take a customized approach to denture treatment. Rather than using the same design for every patient, we work with you to select the tooth color, shape, size, and style that best fit your appearance and preferences.
Patients may come to us because they need their first denture, want to replace an older denture that no longer fits well, or need a solution for several missing or failing teeth. We can also discuss whether a traditional denture, partial denture, immediate denture, or implant-supported denture is the better fit for your needs.
Request a free denture consultation in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Who May Benefit From Dentures?
Dentures may be considered when tooth loss or damaged teeth are affecting your comfort, appearance, or ability to chew. Common reasons patients visit us for dentures include:
- Multiple missing teeth
- Loose, worn, or uncomfortable existing dentures
- Teeth that cannot be predictably restored
- Difficulty chewing certain foods
- Changes in facial support caused by tooth loss
- Concerns about the appearance of missing teeth
- Needing teeth removed and replaced with an immediate denture
If you are unsure which type of tooth replacement is appropriate, our team can examine your mouth and explain the advantages and limitations of each option.
Types of Dentures We Offer
Immediate Dentures
Immediate dentures are designed for patients who still have teeth that need to be removed.
Before the extraction appointment, we take impressions or molds so the denture can be prepared in advance. When the remaining teeth are removed, the immediate denture is placed the same day. This allows you to leave the office with teeth in place rather than waiting for your mouth to heal before receiving a denture.
Because your gums and jaw change as they heal after extractions, immediate dentures often require adjustments. Our team will see you for follow-up visits to monitor your comfort and make appropriate adjustments during the healing process.
Complete Dentures
Complete dentures replace all of the teeth in the upper jaw, lower jaw, or both. They may be appropriate for patients who have lost all of their teeth or for patients whose existing dentures have become loose, worn, uncomfortable, or difficult to chew with.
When planning a new complete denture, we discuss what you like and dislike about your current smile and dentures. You can help choose the tooth color, shape, and style for your new denture. We also include a denture try-in before the final denture is completed. This gives you an opportunity to evaluate the appearance, bite, and overall design before the final denture is finished.
Partial Dentures
Partial dentures replace several missing teeth while allowing healthy natural teeth to remain in place. A partial denture fills spaces caused by missing teeth and can help restore chewing function and the appearance of your smile.
At Advances in Dentistry, we offer different partial denture options depending on your oral health and needs.
Flexible Partial Dentures
A flexible partial denture uses a lightweight, gum-colored material designed to blend naturally with the mouth. Some patients prefer this option because it can provide a more discreet appearance without visible metal in certain areas.
Cast Partial Dentures
A cast partial denture uses a strong metal framework combined with gum-colored material and replacement teeth. The framework uses nearby natural teeth for support. Depending on the design and your future dental needs, a cast partial may also be adjustable if additional teeth are lost later.
Implant-Supported Dentures
For qualifying patients who want greater denture stability, dental implants may be used to help anchor a denture. Depending on your needs, our dentists may also discuss options implant-supported denture options such as All-on-4 dental implants.
Not every patient is a candidate for dental implants. During your consultation, our dentists can evaluate your oral health, bone support, existing teeth, and treatment goals to determine whether an implant-supported denture should be considered.
What to Expect When Getting Dentures
Your denture treatment begins with a consultation. During this visit, our dentists will evaluate your mouth and discuss concerns such as missing teeth, existing dentures, chewing difficulty, appearance, bite, gum health, and treatment goals.
Depending on the type of denture you need, your treatment may include:
- A dental examination and treatment planning
- Impressions or digital records of your mouth
- Selection of tooth color, shape, and style
- A denture try-in when appropriate
- Placement of your finished denture
- Follow-up visits and adjustments
Our goal is to create a denture that fits your mouth as comfortably as possible while providing a natural-looking replacement for missing teeth.
Replacing Old or Loose Dentures
Dentures can change in fit over time because the gums and bone underneath them may change. If your current dentures move when you eat or speak, cause sore areas, look worn, or no longer feel comfortable, it may be time to have them evaluated.
Our dentists can examine your current denture and your mouth to determine whether adjustments, replacement dentures, or another tooth-replacement option should be considered.
Benefits of Custom Dentures
Depending on your needs, properly designed dentures may help:
- Replace missing teeth
- Improve chewing ability
- Restore the appearance of your smile
- Support the lips and facial profile
- Improve speech affected by missing teeth
- Replace loose or worn dentures
- Provide a personalized tooth shape and color
Because every patient is different, the design and fit of a denture should be based on the individual mouth rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Patient Experience With Dentures
“Before seeing Dr. Rhodes at Advances in Dentistry I was unhappy and embarrassed to smile. I avoided foods that I love and I was in pain when eating hard foods. After my immediate dentures at Advances in Dentistry I said, I should have done this 10 years ago! Now I can eat whatever I want, and I’m not embarrassed to eat in public anymore. I love to smile now and I can bite down on pretty much any food. My friends tell me I look like a happier person!”
– Jim C. OKC
Dentures and Other Tooth-Replacement Options
Dentures are one option for replacing missing teeth.
Depending on the number of teeth you are missing, the condition of your remaining teeth, and your treatment goals, our dentists may also discuss:
If anxiety has prevented you from receiving dental care, you can also ask about our sleep dentistry options.
Dentures FAQ
What type of dentures do I need?
The appropriate type of denture depends on how many teeth are missing, whether any remaining teeth need to be removed, the condition of your gums and supporting structures, and your treatment goals.
Complete dentures, immediate dentures, partial dentures, and implant-supported dentures may all be considered.
Can I get dentures the same day my teeth are removed?
Immediate dentures can be prepared before your extraction appointment and placed after the teeth are removed. This allows appropriate patients to leave with a denture in place the same day as their extractions.
Your mouth will continue to change while it heals, so adjustments are usually needed afterward.
What is the difference between complete and partial dentures?
Complete dentures replace all teeth in an upper or lower arch. Partial dentures replace several missing teeth while allowing healthy natural teeth to remain.
Can you replace old dentures?
Yes. Patients commonly visit us because their existing dentures have become loose, worn, uncomfortable, or no longer look the way they want.
Our dentists can evaluate your current dentures and discuss whether replacement is appropriate.
Can I choose what my dentures look like?
Yes. Patients can participate in choosing the color, shape, size, and style of the replacement teeth used in their dentures.
For complete dentures, a try-in may also allow you to evaluate the appearance before the final denture is completed.
Can dental implants make dentures more stable?
For appropriate candidates, dental implants may be used to help support or stabilize a denture.
Our dentists can determine whether implant-supported dentures are an option after evaluating your mouth and treatment goals.
Will my dentures need adjustments?
They may. Adjustments are common with new dentures, particularly after teeth have been removed and the gums are healing.
Follow-up appointments allow our team to evaluate the fit and address areas of discomfort.
Schedule a Free Denture Consultation in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
If missing teeth or uncomfortable dentures are affecting your daily life, our team can help you understand your options.
At Advances in Dentistry, Dr. Corbyn Rhodes, Dr. Angela Windsor, and our team provide custom dentures for patients in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, including complete dentures, immediate dentures, partial dentures, and implant-supported options for qualifying patients.
Call 405-751-6996 or contact us online to schedule a free denture consultation.
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