Missing teeth can make daily tasks extremely difficult, including eating, speaking, or attempting to feel confident in your appearance. The good news is that we can restore your complete, confident smile with dentures in Salem! At Cochell Family Dentistry, we offer custom-made full and partial dentures crafted from high-quality materials that offer a sleeker look to replace missing teeth. So, if you are ready to live your life to the fullest again, don’t hesitate to schedule an appointment with our incredible dentist, Dr. Christel Cochell. We look forward to helping you smile fully once again!
If you’re unsure if you are a good candidate for this type of restorative dentistry, an easy way to tell is if you have experienced significant tooth loss along one or both arches. If that’s the case, then there’s a good chance that we can restore the strength of your bite and your self-esteem with either a partial or full denture. Feel free to schedule a consultation at our office to find out definitively if dentures are a good choice for you. From there, we can complete a comprehensive oral exam to determine if your gums are healthy and if your jawbone is sturdy enough to hold up your restoration.
We’re proud to offer three types of dentures at our office: partial, full, and implant-retained. During your consultation, our Salem dental team will discuss each option in-depth to help you decide which one is best for your unique situation.
A partial is a custom-made denture that is designed to work much like a puzzle piece. In other words, if you have missing teeth that are scattered along a top or bottom arch, a partial can be created to fill in the gaps and give you a complete smile.
Like a partial denture, a full denture is custom-made. However, instead of replacing only a few teeth, it restores an entire arch. These uniquely designed restorations are smaller and sleeker, making them a comfortable, lifelike solution.
Even if traditional partial and full dentures sound like a reasonable solution, you may be looking for something more permanent that offers more functionality. If so, implant dentures are a great alternative. These titanium posts are surgically placed into your jawbone, creating a solid foundation for your partial or full denture. After the healing period and allowing the implants to fuse with your jawbone, we will place your custom-made denture so that it is secured into place.
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Traditional dentures continue to be a sought-after option because they:
Dentures are amazing tooth replacement options that can help your smile stay beautiful and functional for many years if you take excellent care of them. However, it’s important to remember that even if you have lost all your natural teeth, regular dental checkups and cleanings are still essential to prevent nasty soft tissue infections that can lead to serious oral and overall health consequences. Here’s a quick look at a few of the best ways to keep your dentures in great shape from the friendly team at Cochell Family Dentistry.
After eating or drinking anything but water, remove and carefully rinse your dentures to flush away plaque, food debris, and sugary residues. However, do not use hot water since the heat can cause your restoration to warp and ruin its fit.
At least once a day, remove your dentures for a thorough cleaning session. Many patients find it best to do this at night before they set their dentures to soak since it ensures that they will have clean appliances in the morning.
When cleaning your dentures, use a soft-bristled toothbrush with a little bit of unscented hand soap, mild dish soap, or an approved cleaning agent. Take care to clean your appliance using short, circular strokes to prevent scratches. If you are not going to wear your dentures immediately after cleaning them, be sure to soak them in a clean container filled with lukewarm water or an approved soaking solution so they don’t dry out and warp. Before putting your dentures in after soaking them, take care to thoroughly rinse them so you don’t place lingering cleaning agents in your mouth.
It’s a great idea to place folded towels across your countertop before you clean your dentures so they can have a cushion in case you drop them. It’s also best to soak your dentures in a place where curious children and pets cannot reach them.
The mouth needs to go at least eight hours without wearing dentures every day. Most patients remove and soak their dentures before going to bed so they can immediately resume wearing their appliances in the morning. Continuing to wear dentures for days on end without a break is associated with a host of oral health issues like gum recession, jawbone erosion, soft tissue irritation, and bad breath, and it may even increase your risk of pneumonia.
Pay attention to the state of your dentures and report any issues to our team at Cochell Family Dentistry. Be on the lookout for signs of poor fit, such as soft tissue irritation, sores, and popping and clicking sounds, as well as symptoms of infection like swelling, redness, or a persistent foul taste in your mouth. If your dentures are damaged or fitting poorly, never attempt to repair them on your own. Instead, contact our office so we can fix or replace them.
The cost of dentures in Salem differs for every person. Each case poses different requirements, so it’s impossible to formulate a cost estimate without first completing a thorough consultation. Once we have all the details surrounding your case, we will generate an estimate that you can then review. We’ll discuss available payment options and if you have dental insurance, help maximize your benefits.
During your consultation with our dentist in Salem, there will be discussions regarding the state of your smile as well as what you will require when pursuing dentures. To determine how much your new teeth will cost, we’ll need to:
Many patients inquire about cheaper materials, which are certainly on the market; however, it is worth noting that choosing to opt for these will only result in costlier treatment later on. These often do not hold up as long as higher-quality materials, causing patients to need more adjustments and replacements.
During your consultation, we’ll explain why we use certain materials so that you better understand the benefit of investing in better-quality dentures.
Yes, implant dentures are more expensive than traditional dentures upfront. However, many patients find that they are well worth the investment when you consider their unique benefits. The surgical placement of implant dentures within the jawbone allows for permanency and optimal stability, which produces greater oral functionality when eating, speaking, and smiling. During your consultation, we’ll go over the key differences between traditional and implant dentures to help you make the best decision for your smile.
When reviewing your dental insurance plan, our team will look to see if you are covered for dentures. Most companies do offer coverage for this type of restorative care, and it is often categorized as a service that will allow for 50% of the total bill to be paid for by your insurance company. Before moving forward, though, we will make sure you have met your deductible and have existing annual maximum funds available.
Because not all patients have dental insurance, our team at Cochell Family Dentistry is pleased to partner with CareCredit, which is a third-party financier. With a variety of low- to no-interest monthly payment plans, this makes it possible for you to break up the cost of your dentures into budget-friendly installments instead of paying the full amount upfront.
