Denture treatment

Dentures are removable dental prosthetics that are used to replace missing teeth and surrounding tissues. The process of getting dentures usually involves several appointments with a dentist or prosthodontist, and can take several weeks to complete.

Here are the steps involved in denture treatment:

1. Evaluation: The dentist will evaluate the patient's oral health and discuss the options for dentures. They will also take impressions of the mouth to create custom dentures.

2. Creating the denture model: Based on the impressions, the dentist will create a model of the denture using wax or plastic. This model will be used to create the final denture.

3. Fitting the denture: Once the final denture is ready, the dentist will fit it to the patient's mouth and make any necessary adjustments to ensure a comfortable fit.

4. Follow-up appointments: The patient will need to return for follow-up appointments to ensure that the denture is fitting properly and to make any necessary adjustments.

5. Care and maintenance: The patient will need to properly care for and maintain their denture, which may involve cleaning it with special solutions and storing it in a special case.

It's important to note that dentures may take some time to get used to, and the patient may experience some discomfort or soreness in the early stages. However, with proper care and adjustments, most people are able to adapt to their dentures and enjoy improved chewing ability, speech, and overall oral health.