Dentures and Their Benefits

Missing teeth cause more problems than just an unsightly smile. The gaps left by the missing teeth cause your facial muscles to sag and affect the way you eat. In some instances, missing teeth negatively impact the functionality of your mouth.

A common solution to missing teeth that our dentists here at Mountain View Dental - Salmon Creek in Vancouver, WA, Drs. Kira Douglas and Benjamin Crusan, recommend are dentures. Considered a very popular choice, dentures offer a range of benefits to those who opt for this treatment. These benefits include:

Full Restoration of Mouth Functions

Designed to work like your natural teeth, your Vancouver WA Dentures restore the full functionality of your mouth by allowing you to speak, chew, and bite better. The installation of the replacement teeth also adjusts your bite to prevent the development of other oral health problems.

No More Dietary Restrictions

Missing teeth make it difficult for you to eat food in general. With a new set of Vancouver WA dentures and restoration of your mouth functions, you will see immediate improvement. No real limitations are set for what you can eat or drink when you have dentures. However, you may need to go through an adjustment period before you fully enjoy the benefit of eating virtually anything you want. To make the transition easier, you can start with softer foods and move on to harder to chew ones.

Improved Speech

With the elimination of the gaps in your mouth, you will no longer have problems talking. The tongue pushes against the teeth to allow us to make the correct sounds when we talk. Missing teeth make it difficult to pronounce some words and speak properly. Enunciation will no longer be that challenging when you have dentures.

Better Appearance

Your new set of dentures brings back the beauty of your smile. You will no longer feel embarrassed and your facial muscles won't sag or sink. You'll look much younger, which isn't the case when facial muscles do not stay in place.

Restored Confidence

Since you no longer have missing teeth, your confidence to attend various gatherings is restored. The return of your self-esteem allows you to meet and mingle with different types of people for improved personal and professional relationships, in turn, increasing the quality of your life.

Longer Lasting

One of the more desirable benefits of having dentures is that you don’t have to worry about replacing them for several years. This means that as restorative dental solutions, dentures are a good investment because they restore your health and appearance in a cost-effective manner.

If properly cared for at home and maintained by your dentist in Vancouver, WA, your dentures could likewise last for many years. Additionally, treating your dentures gently will help prevent any chipping, discoloration, or any other types of damages.

To See If You Can Benefit From Dentures, Contact Us

Call (360) 955-0005 to arrange an evaluation with Drs. Kira Douglas or Benjamin Crusan here at Mountain View Dental - Salmon Creek in Vancouver, WA.