Dentures can restore the comfort and functionality of your teeth and mouth, allowing you to regain mobility for eating, drinking, talking, and smiling. Depending on the condition of your teeth, a dentist will determine whether partial or complete dentures are necessary. Either option will provide the durability and coverage you're looking for, but there are still differences between the two. Here's some helpful information about which option might be right for you. 

Complete Dentures

If both jaws are suffering from gum disease or tooth decay, complete dentures might be the necessary step. This might even be the case if just one jaw is impacted. These molds will fit the contours of your mouth, fully lining up with the gums where the natural teeth once were. Because these dentures act in the same way as natural teeth, it's important to care for them. You'll want to rinse them in the evening, using a soft toothbrush to remove any particles and bacteria. A dentist will also recommend that you soak them in a solution overnight. 

Partial Dentures

These dentures are prescribed by dentists when a patient still has some natural teeth, making it so that full coverage can be achieved with less of a prosthetic. With partial dentures, a dentist will take a mold of your mouth in order to make a set that fits and latches on to the other teeth present, creating a flush finish. These additions can be cleaned the same way you would complete dentures, but since there's still natural teeth present, brushing, flossing, and other tasks are still required.

Ensure your oral health is in great hands by trusting the dentists at The Montana Center for Laser Dentistry PLLC. This dental office has used modern laser technology to create less invasive and more comfortable experiences for patients since 2001. Visit their website to learn more about their services. To make an appointment for dentures in Whitefish, MT, call (406) 862-1010. Call (406) 730-1010 to make an appointment in Kalispell.