You deserve to feel confident when you smile. Kardynal Dental is committed to helping our patients throughout Shelby Township, MI, improve quality of life with restorative options, including dentures, a non-invasive alternative to dental implants. We offer full, partial, and immediate dentures, each customized for optimal comfort.
Kardynal Dental helps restore smiles by offering three denture options: full, partial, and immediate, as well as implant-supported options for individuals seeking more permanent solutions.
Complete dentures are designed to replace an entire arch of missing teeth. An “Arch” refers to the teeth and supporting bones in either the maxillary (upper) or mandibular (lower) jaw. A safe and gentle adhesive can be applied to keep the dentures in place.
Partial dentures are designed to replace several or most of the teeth in either the upper or lower jaw. Instead of using a dental adhesive, special clasps are hooked around the natural teeth to hold the dentures in place.
In some cases, tooth extractions are required before dentures can be made due to severe tooth decay, infection, gum degeneration, and other damage. In these situations, we provide immediate, temporary dentures before we provide partial or full sets.
In cases where patients desire a better fitting and stronger functioning denture, implants can be used to lock the denture into the mouth. Implant dentures have a profound improvement in quality of life and chewing capacity compared to normal dentures.
Our dentists at Kardynal Dental can help you determine which restorative options are best suited to your current oral health and lifestyle needs. For dentures, the primary requirements are healthy gum tissue and adequate bone structure to support them.
If you're interested in learning more about dentures, start by scheduling a consultation at our If you're interested in learning more about dentures, start by scheduling a consultation at our Shelby Township office. During this initial examination, we will discuss your concerns, treatment goals, and which restorative options (whether dentures or implants) are best for you.
Kardynal Dental uses digital impressions rather than traditional putty-based impressions because they provide a more accurate model. Our goal is to ensure your dentures fit comfortably with minimal readjustments.
Once we've received your dentures back from the lab, we'll schedule a follow-up appointment to make any necessary adjustments to ensure a comfortable fit and to show you how to wear and maintain them. We may schedule periodic follow-ups to monitor your treatment, provide readjustments as needed, and address any concerns or questions.
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Yes. However, the first few weeks will be an adjustment period. We recommend chewing slowly, cutting your food into smaller pieces, and opting for softer foods. After the adjustment period, you can eat most foods normally.
Avoid sticky and/or hard foods, including nuts, seeds, nut butters, candy, and caramel.
Brush your dentures and surrounding gums with a soft-bristled brush and toothpaste after each meal and soak your dentures in an approved solution overnight.
As little as two weeks, but times may vary.
When well-maintained, dentures can last between 5 and 10 years. Some people opt for a reline every few years to ensure a proper fit, as bone structure will change over time, resulting in a looser fit.
Our dentists will perform adjustments as needed to ensure your dentures fit comfortably. Ideally, your dentures should fit when you first get them, but adjustments are almost always needed. Over time, relines may be required as your jawbone and gum tissue change.
No. Dentures should be removed during sleep.
Dentures are generally safe but can cause gum irritation and sore spots if they don't fit well or are not routinely cleaned. Our dentists will evaluate and adjust your dentures if we find that certain sections are exerting excessive pressure. Dentures also do not prevent bone loss over time as implants do, and may loosen, contributing to gum irritation and sore spots.
