Dentures in Glendale, AZ
Missing teeth can affect more than the appearance of your smile. They may make it difficult to chew certain foods, speak clearly, maintain balanced nutrition, and feel confident in social situations. Extensive tooth loss can also reduce support for the lips and cheeks, creating a hollow or sunken appearance.
Jennifer Fineberg DDS offers customized full and partial dentures in Glendale, AZ, to help replace missing teeth and restore the function and appearance of your smile. During your consultation, Dr. Fineberg will evaluate your remaining teeth, gums, bite, and treatment goals before explaining your available options. Together, we will choose a solution that fits your oral health needs, lifestyle, and comfort.
Partial Dentures
Partial dentures are designed for patients who still have some healthy natural teeth. The removable appliance fills the open spaces with replacement teeth and is supported by the gums and remaining teeth. Clasps or other attachments help hold it securely in place.
A partial denture may replace one tooth or several missing teeth. Dr. Fineberg will evaluate the location and condition of your remaining teeth, gums, and supporting bone to determine whether a partial denture is appropriate for you.
Complete Dentures
Complete dentures replace all the teeth in the upper arch, lower arch, or both. They are customized to restore the appearance of your smile and help you speak and eat more comfortably.
Depending on your oral health, needs, and preferences, your options may include traditional removable dentures supported by the gums and underlying bone, removable dentures secured by dental implants, or fixed implant-supported dentures that remain in place and can only be removed by a dental professional. Dr. Fineberg will explain each option and help you determine which type of denture is best for your smile.
Benefits of Dentures
Dentures can replace teeth lost due to decay, gum disease, injury, or other oral health concerns.
A complete, natural-looking smile can help improve confidence in personal, social, and professional settings.
Replacing missing teeth can improve speech and make it easier to bite and chew a wider variety of foods.
Dentures provide support for the lips and cheeks, helping restore a more balanced facial appearance after tooth loss.
Removable dentures can be taken out for cleaning and while sleeping, making it easier to maintain good oral hygiene.
Implant-supported dentures may provide greater stability and reduce movement while speaking or eating.
Caring for Dentures and Your Mouth
Proper daily care helps keep your dentures clean, comfortable, and looking their best while also protecting the health of your gums and any remaining natural teeth. Even if you wear complete dentures, you still need to clean your gums, tongue, cheeks, and the roof of your mouth every day.
Handle removable dentures carefully because they can crack or break if dropped. When cleaning them, fill the sink with water or place a folded towel underneath to create a softer surface.
Rinse your dentures after eating to remove loose food particles. At least once a day, gently brush every surface with a soft-bristled denture brush and a nonabrasive denture cleanser or mild soap. Avoid stiff brushes, powdered household cleaners, and other abrasive products that could scratch the denture material. Regular toothpaste may be too abrasive for some dentures, so follow the cleaning instructions provided by Dr. Fineberg.
Do not use bleach unless specifically directed, especially on dentures containing metal components. Bleach and some soaking solutions can discolor or damage the denture base, clasps, or attachments. Never use hot or boiling water because heat can warp the material and change how the dentures fit.
An ultrasonic cleaner may help loosen certain deposits, but it does not replace daily brushing. Use only products and cleaning solutions approved for your type of denture.
Most removable dentures should be taken out while sleeping to give the gums time to rest. When the dentures are not being worn, keep them moist in cool water or an appropriate denture-soaking solution so they do not dry out or lose their shape. Dentures with metal components may require different soaking instructions.
Continue brushing any remaining natural teeth with fluoride toothpaste and clean between them daily. Gently clean your gums, tongue, cheeks, and palate with a soft toothbrush or clean, damp cloth before putting your dentures back in.
Schedule regular dental examinations even if you no longer have natural teeth. Dr. Fineberg can check the fit and condition of your dentures, examine your gums and other oral tissues, and make adjustments if you develop soreness, slipping, or difficulty chewing. Do not attempt to adjust or repair dentures at home.