Dentures – Bellaire, TX
A Lifelike Restoration to Replace Missing Teeth
Tooth loss can detract from your daily quality of life in several ways. For instance, you might feel self-conscious about the sudden changes to your appearance, struggle to chew, or have a hard time enunciating certain words.
Thankfully, Dr. Stacy and the rest of our team in Bellair can provide a lifelike restoration to replace missing teeth with full, partial, or implant dentures, depending on your unique circumstances. Continue reading to learn more about this treatment, and please don’t hesitate to contact us if you are ready to schedule a consultation.
Why Choose Stacy Hebert-Schoener, DDS for Dentures?
- Customizable Materials for Realistic Results
- Digital Impressions for Enhanced Comfort & Accuracy
- Flexible Financing Available
Who is a Good Candidate for Dentures?
Dentures are the tried-and-true solution for tooth loss, but that doesn’t automatically make this service the best way to meet everyone’s unique needs. Before proceeding, you’ll need to meet with Dr. Stacy to ensure you’re a good candidate.
She’ll update your medical history and examine your mouth to determine your current dental condition. If she finds signs of gum disease or other issues, she will need to address those first. Then, based on her findings, she’ll devise an appropriate treatment plan. For instance, if you’re only missing one tooth, she might suggest a dental bridge or implant instead.
Types of Dentures
There are three types of dentures that Dr. Stacy might recommend depending on the status of your smile, and they are:
Full Dentures
This is likely what you imagine in your mind when you think about dentures, and is intended to rebuild your entire arch. These restorations typically consist of a gum-colored acrylic base set with a complete row of artificial teeth designed to resemble your natural tissues and enamel. They rely on a firm suction against your gum tissues to remain in place.
Partial Dentures
This type is often recommended for individuals with several sporadic gaps and typically features an acrylic foundation with metallic clasps that clip securely to healthy teeth in your mouth, ensuring they stay in place all day. They contain the necessary number of pontics (teeth) in the right places to fill the empty spaces in your grin.
Implant Dentures
This procedure involves surgically placing anywhere from four to eight titanium rods into your jawbone to anchor specially designed dentures for a more reliable and permanent solution for tooth loss.
Benefits of Dentures
Dentures are more than just a tool for those who rely on them—they’re a key to opening doors and supporting a consistent quality of life. They're often life-changing, especially for people who are missing all their teeth, restoring both confidence and function. If you’re suffering from tooth loss, dentures offer a second chance for your smile in countless ways. Read more below to explore their exciting benefits, and if you’re interested in making dentures your preferred solution, contact Dr. Stacy to schedule a consultation.
Psychological Benefits
When you lose a tooth, you lose a part of yourself—both physically and emotionally. Many people struggle with the psychological impact of tooth loss, often withdrawing socially or developing feelings of anxiety or depression.
Imagine being able to laugh freely, speak comfortably, and live out loud with your loved ones again. Dentures can help you reclaim not only your smile but also your confidence and your ability to enjoy life’s little moments.
Clearer Enunciation
Your teeth are an important component of your ability to form words and sounds. When you experience tooth loss, pronouncing certain syllables clearly can be affected, leading to frustration or embarrassment.
A denture prosthetic can restore your smile by removing gaps, helping you articulate more naturally. With a little practice, most patients find that speaking feels effortless again, allowing them to engage in conversations wherever they go without worry.
Improves Nutrition
After severe tooth loss, many patients give up on the foods they once loved—especially those that are harder to chew, like fruits, vegetables, and hardy proteins. Unfortunately, this can lead to nutritional deficiencies that affect your immune system and overall health.
Dentures can give you the ability to chew a wider range of foods, helping you enjoy a balanced diet again. Whether it’s biting into a baked apple or savoring a home-cooked meal, dentures can make eating a pleasure instead of a challenge.
Preserves Oral Health
Your oral health is another area that suffers as a result of missing teeth. When you lose a tooth, the surrounding teeth begin to shift to fill the space, often leading to bite misalignments and jaw discomfort.
Over time, this can also cause changes in your facial structure as bone tissue begins to deteriorate due to a lack of stimulation. Dentures help support proper bite alignment and facial structure, reducing your risk of additional dental issues down the road.
Expands Opportunity
In today's appearance-driven society, every advantage is important. A beautiful smile won’t just help you smile with friends and family—it could give you an edge in job interviews or put you over the top for a promotion.
Studies by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and other behavioral researchers show that people with attractive smiles are often viewed as more confident, capable, and approachable. With dentures, you can be your most authentic self when it counts the most.