Dentures in Vancouver WA

A New Set of Teeth Awaits

There are many types of restorative dental treatments, but if your mouth is missing multiple teeth, dentures are often the easiest and most affordable option. But it’s important to understand: these aren’t the dentures of your grandparents’ generation. Today’s dentures offer outstanding fit and performance.

Are you ready to regain your smile and the function of natural teeth? Schedule a consultation for dentures in our comfortable and state-of-the-art Vancouver WA office.

Denture Options We Offer

Every person’s mouth is unique, which is why we offer a variety of denture options. When you visit us for a consultation, we’ll evaluate your situation and recommend your best options to you.

• Traditional Dentures: Traditional dentures are a complete row of teeth (top, bottom, or both) that are removed and soaked each night to help them maintain their precise shape.
• Partial Dentures: If you have multiple consecutive teeth missing, but not an entire row, it is not necessary to pull all the remaining teeth so that you can wear dentures. Instead, you may be a good candidate for partial dentures. These are removable artificial teeth that custom fit the existing gaps in your mouth.
• Implant-Supported Dentures: Implant-supported dentures are like ordinary dentures, with one key difference: they rely on dental implants (posts attached to your jawbone) to hold your set firmly in place.

Harmony Family Dentistry also offers several other restorative dental treatment options besides dentures, including dental bridges, dental crowns, dental implants, and full mouth restorations. 

What Are the Benefits of Dentures?

With dentures, it’s like the natural look, feel, and function of your mouth is restored. Some of the things you can look forward to include:

• Better Bite: With missing teeth, chewing can be difficult. Moreover, your biting motion may change to compensate for gaps in your smile. With dentures, you can maintain your natural bite, which protects your jawbone.
• Attractive Smile: Having a full set of teeth makes your smile more attractive. Because dentures are made to appear hyper-realistic, the people you meet will assume they are your genuine teeth.
• Easier Speaking: Missing teeth can affect your speech by causing a slight speech impediment. With a little practice, you should be able to speak more clearly with dentures in your mouth.
• Customizable: Dentures are made of different materials and come in different shades to best meet your personal needs. By choosing your dentures’ tooth shade and gumline shape, you should have an easy time recognizing your new smile as your own.

How Long Do Dentures Last?

Most dentures last between five and 10 years before you need to replace them. The better you take care of them, the more likely you can extend their lifespan. Here are some things you can do to care for your dentures so they last as long as possible:

• Rinse your dentures every day, rubbing them with a gentle soap or denture cleaner. This helps eliminate plaque and food particles that erode your dentures over time. 
• Regular toothpaste is too abrasive to use on dentures. Don’t try it.
• Any time you are not wearing your dentures, keep them in cold or room-temperature water so they do not warp.

Dentures Can Change Your Life

As a leading reconstructive dentist in the region, Dr. Julie Jang, DDS takes pride in finding optimal solutions to rehabilitate her patients’ mouths. And while dentures may have a small stigma attached to them, for many patients, they are the optimal solution.

At Harmony Family Dentistry, we believe everyone deserves a set of teeth that they feel comfortable using – both functionally and aesthetically. To find out if dentures are the best option for you, call us today.