It can be a frightening concept the thought of losing your teeth in west London; not only is it stressful, but it can, for some, symbolize not only the end of an era of freedom in the mouth, but also the idea that you are getting older. Yet if you take a detailed look at what is around on the market right now, you will find yourself quite amazed at just how softly natural all types of dentures have become. Starting with partial dentures, these have become common place these days, as dentists prefer to save at least some of the teeth wherever they can as opposed to pulling the lot in bygone years at the first sign of gum or periodontal disease as partial dentures can lock onto remaining teeth and hold the new teeth into place. Full dentures have also changed greatly- for starters they are made from more user-friendly materials that stick to the mouth more strongly and don’t have the ability to pop out at embarrassing times. But there is also a turbo charged option of enhancing the way you wear your dentures and enable you the freedom of doing everything normally- the mini-implant. Five or six of these located in your mouth and then clicked onto your dentures, coupled with a Fixodent, and you can bite the side out of a brick wall without them popping out. Feeling better now about the loss of your teeth? You should be!
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December 23rd, 2011Get the facts about all the different types of false teeth from City of London dentists
July 14th, 2011
When you hear the expression ‘false teeth’ it probably makes you think of elderly relatives and their sets of dentures. But there is far more to false teeth than that and dentures are just one type of false teeth among a variety of different ways in which they are used. Read on to find out more information about false teeth and the varied ways in which they are used in modern dentistry.
In recognition that a full set of teeth is more useful than a partial one, humans have long sought to replace lost teeth. Early human beings would use animal teeth where they could, or even bits of wood. In the late nineteenth century there were some significant break throughs in false teeth technology and these developments continued apace in the twentieth century.
Now false teeth are applied in a variety of different ways in patients’ mouths. Of course there are dentures which are sets of false teeth mounted on a platform and worn in the mouth when all teeth have been lost. False teeth are also employed in dental bridge work where one is secured to surrounding teeth using strong dental composite.
The pioneering dental implant work that is growing in popularity also uses false teeth which are essentially screwed in secure sockets placed against the jaw bone and under the gum. Modern false teeth are growing in durability and can last very many years with the right care.
If you have suffered from tooth loss and, like our ancient ancestors, rightly decide that you need a full set of functioning teeth in your mouth, ask your City of London dentist about all the different varieties of false teeth and which one is best for your dental situation.
Find out about dentures with expert advice from Central London dentists
July 8th, 2011
Although they have been a reliable staple of dentistry for many many years now, dentures do not enjoy the finest of reputations amongst the general public. Memories of grandma’s set of false teeth slipping out during dinner time or the vision of granddad’s set suspended in water in a glass by his bed have contributed to this. But there is more to dentures to these caricatures and they are still very much worth considering as an option if you have experienced multiple tooth loss.
In essence, dentures are sets of false teeth mounted onto a platform that are worn in the mouth either with a special gel which holds them in place, or naturally through the suction of gums. They have a long and interesting history but it is only in the last few decades that dental professionals have been able to perfect dentures which can be worn comfortably and practically.
Many of the problems of dentures in the past were caused by the fact that they were made en masse. This meant that wearers would often find them uncomfortable because every mouth is shaped differently. Nowadays, dentists make dentures individually for each patient so that they are suited to the unique shape and contours of peoples’ gums. The new materials that are being used are far more comfortable too and can even boast the status of being ‘friction free’.
Compared to some other teeth replacement treatments, dentures are eminently affordable and do not require invasive any sort of invasive treatment. This is partly why they remain such an attractive option for many. If you want more information about dentures beyond the stereotypes then you should talk to your Central London dentist next time you are at the surgery.
London W1 dentists help patients through tooth loss by making modern dentures
May 12th, 2011
Dentures do not have the best reputation. They tend to be associated only with elderly people who have trouble cleaning them and slipping out during speech and meal times. But the fact is that modern dentures are quite different and represent a viable solution to the problem of the multiple loss of teeth.
A common complaint about dentures has been that they are uncomfortable to wear. They had a tendency to wear against the gums with the friction causing pain to the patient. Friction free dentures are now available, made from patented materials which are far less abrasive and a much easier wear. Modern dentures are also more hard wearing and won’t need to be replaced as often. This also means that they are far more realistic, to the point where people won’t be able to tell that they are not your natural teeth.
The fact that dentures are removable means that they have to be cleaned but it also means that you can wear dentures while you are considering having a more permanent set of replacements installed. Some of these procedures can be invasive – such as dental implants – and it is often quite a big decision for patients to have to reach. Dentures are ideal in the mean time as they require no work to be done in the mouth. They are also available in partial sets so that a few lost teeth can be replaced with a smaller set of false teeth.
A chat with your London W1 dentist about dentures will reveal that many of your preconceptions might well be ill founded and a decision to get dentures fitted will be a more satisfying one than you might have thought at first.
False teeth aren’t what they used to be – find out at West London dentist
October 12th, 2010
False teeth or dentures had for many years a stigma attached to them that they were for elderly patients, and that they would fall out and cause embarrassment to the wearers. This has put many people off the idea of dentures or false teeth but most people do not realise how far dentures have come in the last ten years.
People can lose teeth for a number of reasons. It could be as the result of dental decay or gum disease but in many cases teeth are knocked out during accidents or by sporting injuries. Once one or two teeth have been lost it increases the chances of losing many more because bacteria builds up in the hollows left by missing teeth and it has more surface area to damage the remaining teeth.
Losing teeth is never a pleasant experience. Not only is there the physical pain and discomfort but there is also the emotional strain of losing teeth and the association with growing old. However, modern dentures are made using the latest technologies and most up-to-date materials. They are designed to fit the patient’s mouth exactly and should stay in place around the gums with only suction alone.
False teeth need to be removed at night to be cleaned but should not be loose or fall out at any other times. If they do, then it may be necessary to take them to a West London dentist to have them adjusted. It is also possible to have false teeth secured with a series of mini-implants that are drilled directly into the jawbone. These act as clips to keep the false teeth in place and allow the patient to live a normal life without the anxiety of loose fitting dentures.
The beauty of modern dentures from London W1 dentist
August 13th, 2010
Dentures. The very word can strike fear into the hearts of many. But are dentures really that bad considering the alternative? The answer is obviously no. Although of course it would be preferable to have your natural teeth, for many reasons, including decay, health problems and accidents, people are left without their teeth which is neither very healthy nor aesthetically pleasing.
Dentures represent the genuine alternative to having a mouth without teeth and they really have come a long way in the last twenty years. Most of us have probably had relatives who have had false teeth and know what the old dentures were like: unrealistic, bulky and uncomfortable. And then there was the embarrassing moment when they came out at exactly the wrong time. Well modern dentures are completely different.
Made from new types of plastic, modern dentures are light weight, well fitting and more realistic than ever. A good set of modern dentures will fit over the gums without the need for denture adhesive, which can be messy and prevent the eating of certain foods. For patients who are still concerned about loose dentures there is the option of having mini-implants fitted to act as a secure base for the dentures. This involves placing a series of small screws into the jaw, which when set are able to keep the dentures in place by attaching to small clips.
These mini-implants represent just one of the innovative ways denture technology has improved over the past few years, addressing the issues that many denture wearers have expressed concern about over the years. Find out more from your London W1 dentist.
