Dentures and Partials | Dentist in Bakersfield, CA

Multiple missing teeth, particularly an entire dental arch, can limit your ability to speak clearly and keep you from enjoying certain foods. This problem can also have an embarrassing effect on your appearance. At Rosedale Dental Studio, we offer partial and complete dentures in Bakersfield, California. To start your journey to a complete smile, call our office at 661-501-4746 for an appointment with our dentist, Dr. Nicole Chen.

Dentures play a vital role in the lives of individuals who have lost multiple teeth, offering them the opportunity to reclaim their smile’s beauty, functionality and overall oral health. Whether you’re missing a few teeth or an entire set, dentures can be tailor-made to suit your specific needs and provide an effective solution.

There are two main types of dentures: complete dentures and partial dentures. Complete dentures are recommended when all teeth in a dental arch are missing. These dentures are carefully crafted to fit snugly over the gums, replacing the entire set of teeth. Partial dentures, on the other hand, are ideal if you still have some natural teeth remaining. These dentures feature a thin framework or clasps that attach securely to your existing teeth, filling the gaps left by missing teeth and preventing any shifting or movement of the remaining teeth.

The advantages of choosing dentures are numerous. By restoring your missing teeth, dentures greatly improve your ability to speak clearly and enjoy a wide variety of foods. They also help to maintain the natural volume of your face, preventing the sagging of facial muscles that often accompanies tooth loss. Dentures also have a significant impact on the aesthetic appeal of your smile, boosting your self-confidence and overall well-being.

When opting for dentures, our dentist will take detailed impressions of your mouth to ensure a comfortable and precise fit and will work closely with you to create dentures that look natural and provide you with optimal comfort and functionality.

We invite you to contact our experienced dentist to schedule a comprehensive consultation and learn if dentures are the right option for you. Take the first step towards a confident and radiant smile by reaching out to us today.

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What Are the Types of Dentures?

There are two kinds of dentures — complete and partial. Complete dentures are used to replace an entire row of missing teeth. They may be held in place with a denture adhesive. Partial dentures replace several missing teeth that may not be adjacent to one another. They often use a set of metal clasps that attach to your natural fit. A flipper is a type of partial denture that usually serves as a temporary solution while the permanent partial dentures are crafted in a lab.

Placing Your Dentures

The process begins by taking impressions of your teeth. Those impressions will be used by the lab to create your new dentures. When your new dentures are ready, Dr. Nicole Chen will extract any teeth that need to be removed. In many cases, your dentures can be placed during the same visit as your extraction. You will need to return to our office for later visits to have your dentures adjusted and to have a permanent liner placed to ensure the best possible fit and comfort.

Caring for Your Dentures

You should remove your dentures every night to clean them and soak them in a denture solution. You should gently scrub your dentures with a soft-bristled toothbrush and a nonabrasive toothpaste. You can also use a toothpaste designed specifically for dentures. Dish soap can also be used. Soaking your dentures not only removes any remaining bacteria but also helps them retain their shape. If you break or damage your dentures, call our office and schedule an appointment to have them repaired or replaced.