What makes you a candidate for dentures?

What makes you a candidate for dentures?

Ideal candidates for dentures are men or women who have experienced significant tooth loss, but have sufficient healthy gum tissue and jawbone. If a person is only missing one or two teeth, a dental bridge may be the best option.

When should I consider getting dentures?

Conventional/Full Dentures They are recommended when someone has lost all the teeth in the lower or upper jaw (or both). Full dentures can only be given to you once your gums have healed, a process that could take two months.

What type of dentist helps with dentures?

A prosthodontist is a dentist who specializes in treating complex dental and facial matters, including the restoration and replacement of missing or damaged teeth with artificial devices. They are highly trained in dental implants, crowns, bridges, dentures, jaw disorders, and more.

Can you get a dental payment plan?

Dental Payment Plan (Capitation Plan) – A payment plan offered by a dentist which allows you to pay a monthly amount towards any treatment received. Pros: With a dental payment plan, or capitation plan, you pay a regular monthly amount, which can be an effective way to spread the costs.

Can you get dentures if you have no gums?

Full dentures are recommended when there are no remaining natural teeth. Your gums are still susceptible to change. Without a root to stimulate bone growth, the jawbone will start to lose density and recede, making dentures loose over time.

Who is not a good candidate for dentures?

There are many different types of dentures. A person who has lost less than half their teeth may not be a candidate for full dentures, preferring instead to have partial dentures. Implant-supported dentures are very sturdy and reliable, and many patients prefer those over removable dentures.

How can I get help paying for my dentures?

Oftentimes you can get dental treatment for a fraction of the cost by seeking treatment through a dental school. The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) provides a list of participating schools. Most dentists will work with you to come up with a reasonable payment plan for your dentures.

How do you choose the right dentures?

Selecting your New Teeth: The dentist will then help you decide which tooth shapes and which colors (shades of white) you want for your new dentures. The objective is to make the new dentures look as real and natural as possible.

Are you anxious about getting a dental procedure?

All of the sights and sounds in a dental office can be very overwhelming, and if you find out that you need to have a dental procedure done—like a filling or root canal? Anxiety can skyrocket. What if your dentist is telling you that you need to have work done, but you’re not sure if you should?

How to get a refund from the dentist who screwed up?

How to get a refund from the dentist who screwed up. 1. Threaten to complain to the dental board. Not as serious as a malpractice suit, this is still something that the dentist is strongly motivated to avoid. 2. Have the new dentist help you. A call from one dentist to another, verifying that there was indeed a problem with the work,…

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