Dentures (false teeth) are designed for tooth replacement.1,2 Dentures can improve the patient’s ability to eat and speak while making them feel more confident in their appearance.
Modern dentures are typically made with an acrylic resin (plastic) or metal frame (usually cobalt chrome), with the false teeth made of plastic.3 A dentist or dental prosthetist can make and help fit your denture; due to everyone’s mouth and requirements being different, dentures are custom-made to fit each patient’s mouth.1,3 Denture fittings can take two to four appointments. Your gums and jawbone will change as you age, so you may require a new set of dentures after several years.
It can take a few months to adjust to a new set of dentures. It’s normal for dentures to need adjustments to help them fit better. Modern dentistry aims to help patients keep their natural teeth whenever possible, so your dentist may recommend a different treatment plan if they believe they can save your tooth.