Perhaps they no longer fit as comfortably as they once did, or they are starting to show signs of damage. Whatever your reason for considering a switch to dental implants, you're not alone. Many people who wear dentures are curious about the benefits of dental implants and when it might ...
When we consider how many people wear glasses and how often they need to get a new pair, 80% of those numbers is a lot of waste. On top of that, labs have to keep huge inventories of blanks to meet the custom vision needs of their clients. Finally, however, 3D printing technology ...
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People with dentures will find they last between 5 and 8 if correctly maintained. However, during this time dentures can wear out and they may feel loose due to shrinkage in the jawbone and in the gum tissue. It is possible to have dentures relined, where the fitting surface is lined wit...
Denture Stomatitis is oral thrush infection that is very common in patients that wear dentures, and is usually developed beneath the denture. Reasons can be poor denture hygiene, low quality of denture or others. Smoking –according to research, cigarette smoke may promote candida overgrowth, includ...
One size fits all, and it is suitable for most people, even those who wear dentures. This is a good product for anyone who dislikes the feel of a device inside their mouth while they sleep, and it is also very easy to use. Over time, it trains the jaw to move forward, meaning ...
In some cases, denture wearers need a reline to achieve a good fit. Anyone with dentures or a bridge need to take extra care when cleaning to avoid bacteria and the odor it creates. Other common causes of bad breath are lack of dental hygiene, gum infections, and decayed teeth. Find...
At least in theory, it’s possible that the continued use of a vibratory unit to clean two dentures simultaneously (such as an upper and lower denture) could cause wear as the two rub against each other vigorously in the bath. On a practical level, the amount of wear that would be expe...
Improve fit of dentures. For first-time denture wearers, oral surgery can be done to correct any irregularities of the jaws prior to creating the dentures to ensure a better fit. Oral surgery can also help long-term denture wearers. Supporting bone often deteriorates over time, resulting in...
Low immunity (for example, in people with HIV/AIDS) Taking certain drugs, such as some birth control pills, antidepressants and heart medications Clenching orgrinding your teeth Teeth that fit together poorly Crooked teeth Mouth appliances that fit poorly, such as braces or dentures ...