Custom Dentures & Partials
Dentures and partials are removable replacements for missing teeth and surrounding oral tissues, designed to restore your smile and confidence.
Whether you're missing all or just some of your teeth, we provide custom-crafted, natural-looking solutions, tailored to your comfort and goals.
Tooth loss can impact more than just your smile; it can affect your ability to eat, speak clearly, and even impact your overall self-assurance. Led by Dr. Kostas, our team offers extensive restorative services designed to restore your smile's function and aesthetics.
Discover how our expertise and state-of-the-art on-site dental lab can help you rediscover the joy of a complete smile.
Why you should replace missing teeth?
Losing teeth, whether due to illness, accident, or lack of care, can have a significant impact on your overall health and well-being. Your teeth play a crucial role in supporting your face.
The loss of even a single tooth can trigger a cascade of problems, potentially leading to the loss of other teeth and permanent changes in your facial appearance.
Additionally, if you lose all your natural teeth, your jawbone naturally shrinks, leading to a loss of volume around your mouth, lips, and cheeks. This, combined with shrinking gums and poorly designed dentures, can cause your face to appear older, with sunken features and sagging facial muscles.
Missing teeth can make it challenging to chew your favorite foods and speak clearly, impacting your nutrition and communication skills. Also, gaps in your smile can create areas where bacteria and food particles accumulate, increasing your risk of tooth decay and gum disease.
Modern dentures offer a comfortable and natural-looking solution to replace missing teeth. They are crafted with state-of-the-art materials that mimic the appearance and function of natural teeth.
Whether your denture base is made from gum-colored plastic or a biocompatible metal alloy, you can rest assured it will be durable, comfortable, and resistant to impact.
Benefits of Dentures & Partials
At Dental Arts of Cherry Hills, we understand the importance of restoring not only your smile, but also the natural contours of your face. Dr. Kostas combines his expertise with an artistic eye to create custom dentures that provide optimal support for your facial structure, helping you look and feel years younger.
Expertly crafted dentures offer multiple benefits:
- Enjoy a set of comfortable and natural-looking teeth that allow you to eat, speak, and smile with confidence.
- Regain the ability to enjoy your favorite foods and communicate clearly – something many people take for granted until their natural teeth are gone.
- We carefully craft tooth shapes and colors that complement your age, personality, and facial features, ensuring a natural and flattering appearance.
- Our dentures are designed to provide optimal support for your cheeks and lips, restoring lost facial volume and creating a more youthful contour.
- We pay close attention to detail in replicating the natural contours and colors of your gums, ensuring a seamless and lifelike result.
- We use only the finest, next-generation materials to create dentures that are both beautiful and long-lasting.
Types of Dentures
We ensure the restorative option you need is given careful consideration and will meet your needs in the long run. The type of denture you get will depend on your specific case.
Dr. Kostas carefully assesses all available options to create a personalized treatment plan for you. He will consider factors such as:
- Number of teeth you're missing.
- How long you've been missing them
- Your preference for a removable or fixed solution
- Strength and volume of your jawbone
- Alignment of your upper and lower jaws
- Your lifestyle needs
Here’s a description of the variety of dentures you may choose from.
Complete Dentures or Full Dentures
Complete dentures are full arch replacements that are designed for those who are missing all of their teeth in the upper or lower jaw. Think of them as a complete smile reset. They offer renewed support for your facial structure.
Dr. Kostas takes precise measurements and impressions to ensure a comfortable and secure fit. Complete dentures rest directly on your gums and are held in place through suction and a precise fit.
We offer both immediate dentures (placed immediately after tooth extraction) and conventional dentures (placed after tissues have fully healed). Let us help you determine the best option for your circumstance.
Immediate Dentures
Sometimes, when you need a tooth removed due to decay or gum disease, waiting until your gums have healed may not be practical. This is especially true if the tooth in question is one of the major sets actively needed for biting or chewing.
If you need a full extraction, Dr. Kostas may recommend immediate dentures for you. With this type of denture, you will not have to go a single day without a full set of teeth. We'll measure you for the replacement before the procedure, and then insert the immediate dentures the same day.
You should keep in mind, however, that adjustments might be needed to ensure long term comfort.
Partial Dentures
If you have a few missing teeth, whether in the front or the back, a partial denture could be the ideal solution. When a tooth is missing, the healthy adjacent teeth tend to tilt, rotate, and shift, affecting how your upper and lower teeth meet.
Partial dentures fill in the gaps created by missing teeth, preventing your remaining teeth from shifting out of position. They help maintain your bite and prevent future dental problems.
Unlike a full set of dentures, these are held in place by a plastic base that is the same color as your gums. Partial dentures typically attach to your existing teeth using clasps or precision attachments that provide stability and a secure fit.
Rest assured that our partial dentures are carefully designed to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth, creating a beautiful and functional smile.
Implant-Supported Dentures
For the most secure and confident fit, you may consider implant-supported dentures. This type of denture set is anchored in your mouth using dental implants that are surgically placed in your jawbone. Implant-supported dentures provide exceptional stability and eliminate slippage.
Implant-supported dentures offer a long-term solution that can significantly improve your chewing ability and overall quality of life. They help you enjoy a secure and natural-feeling smile that allows you to eat, speak, and laugh with complete confidence.
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Kostas to determine if you are a candidate for dental implants and explore the benefits of this advanced denture option.
Our Denture Creation Process
At Dental Arts of Cherry Hills, creating your custom dentures is a collaborative process, guided by Dr. Kostas' expertise and commitment to your satisfaction.
Here's what you can expect:
- Consultation & Examination: Dr. Kostas will listen carefully to your concerns, thoroughly examine your mouth, and discuss your goals. He will then determine the best denture option for you.
- Impressions & Measurements: Precise impressions and measurements are taken to create a denture set that fits comfortably and securely. In some cases, we may create a wax model of your denture to preview the appearance and fit.
- Fabrication in Our On-Site Lab: Your final denture is carefully fabricated in our on-site dental lab by Dr. Kostas himself. We use only the highest quality materials and advanced techniques.
- Delivery & Adjustments: Dr. Kostas will place your denture and make any necessary adjustments to ensure a comfortable and secure fit.
- Follow-Up Care: We'll schedule regular follow-up appointments over the next few weeks or months to monitor the fit and function of your denture set and address any concerns you may have.
Expert Denture Repairs
In addition to creating brand-new denture sets, we also offer denture repair services to fix issues you may have with an existing set. Just like natural teeth, dentures can sometimes break, chip, or become ill-fitting over time.
If your dentures break while you're wearing them or have broken on multiple occasions, there may be an underlying issue with the fit. Avoid the temptation to repair your dentures yourself with superglue, as this is rarely a long-term solution. Superglue can also make professional repair impossible and cause permanent damage to your dentures.
Same-Day Denture Repair
A broken or damaged denture can disrupt your life, making it difficult to eat, speak, and smile with confidence. We understand the urgency of these situations and offer prompt, expert denture repair services, often with same-day or even same-hour turnaround.
Don't let a broken denture disrupt your life. At Dental Arts of Cherry Hills, we offer prompt and professional denture repairs right here in our on-site lab.
How to Care for Your Dentures
Proper care and maintenance are essential for keeping your dentures clean, comfortable, and functioning properly.
Here are a few tips:
- Remove and gently brush your dentures daily with a soft brush and denture cleaner. Avoid using toothpaste, as it can be abrasive.
- Soak your dentures in water or a denture-soaking solution overnight to prevent them from drying out and warping.
- Handle your dentures carefully to avoid dropping and breaking them.
- If you have a partial denture, maintain excellent oral hygiene for your remaining teeth to prevent decay and gum disease.
- Visit your dentist regularly for checkups to monitor the fit and function of your denture and assess the health of your gums and supporting tissues.
Expert Denture Care with Dr. Kostas
At Dental Arts of Cherry Hills, we understand how the loss of your natural teeth can impact your life. Dr. Kostas combines his expertise in prosthodontics with a dedication to personalized care to create dentures that are both comfortable and natural-looking.
Whether you need complete dentures, replacement of your old dentures, or denture repair, you can expect the best results at Dental Arts of Cherry Hills.
To schedule a consultation, please call us at 720-868-8092 or request an appointment online. We’re committed to helping you reclaim your natural smile.