Dentures in New York, NY
Dentures are removable replacements for missing teeth, custom made to fit your mouth, for adults who have lost several or all teeth in an arch.
About Dentures at Rock Dental
If you are missing teeth, dentures can provide a positive solution to improving your oral health. We are proud to provide dentures that are designed to fit your mouth for proper function and unique comfort. Following your appointment, we will provide you with information on at-home care for your dentures. We strongly recommend scheduling follow up appointments for periodic denture cleanings.
Why Replacing Missing Teeth Protects More Than Your Smile
Missing teeth change how your whole mouth works. Chewing becomes less efficient, which can narrow what you feel comfortable eating. Certain sounds are harder to pronounce without teeth for your tongue to press against. If some natural teeth remain, they can drift or tilt toward the open spaces, and that can affect your bite. Without the support of teeth, lips and cheeks may also look more sunken. Dentures are designed to give that support and function back.
Dentures today come in several forms. A full denture replaces every tooth in the upper or lower arch. A partial denture fills the spaces between remaining natural teeth and usually attaches to them with clasps. Some dentures can also be secured to implants for added stability. Which type makes sense depends on how many teeth you have, the health of your gums and bone, and your own preferences. Your dentist will go through the choices with you.
What to Expect When Getting Dentures
The process usually takes several appointments spread over a few weeks, though this varies. Your dentist first examines your mouth and takes images, then records impressions and measurements of your jaws and bite. You will typically try in a trial version so that the fit, tooth shade, and appearance can be checked and changed before the final denture is made. If any teeth need to be removed first, your dentist will explain how that affects the sequence.
New dentures feel bulky at first, and that is normal. Expect an adjustment period of a few weeks while your cheeks and tongue learn to hold them in place. Extra saliva and minor sore spots are common early on. Start with soft foods cut into small pieces, and practice reading aloud. Clean your dentures every day and take them out at night unless your dentist advises otherwise. If a sore spot does not settle, call the office for an adjustment.
Common Questions
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Terms You May Hear
- Partial denture
- A removable appliance that replaces some missing teeth and attaches to the natural teeth that remain.
- Reline
- A procedure that reshapes the inner surface of a denture so it fits your gums more closely.
- Impression
- A mold of your teeth and gums used to make a custom-fitted dental appliance.
Related Services
All-On-X Implants
All-On-X implants replace a full upper or lower arch with fixed teeth supported by a small number of implants, for adults missing most or all teeth.
Dental Implants
Dental implants replace missing teeth with a small post placed in the jaw and a custom tooth attached to it, restoring how you chew and smile.
Bridges
A dental bridge replaces one or more missing teeth with artificial teeth anchored to the teeth or implants on either side of the gap.
Extractions
A tooth extraction removes a tooth that is too damaged, infected or crowded to keep, relieving pain and protecting the health of the surrounding teeth and gums.
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