The first step to take to have a healthy smile is to fill the spaces of missing teeth. When teeth are missing (due to extraction etc.), the remaining ones can shift and tip over each other and/or grow up or down. These displaced teeth can damage the tissues in the mouth and cause damage to the remaining teeth due to deteriorated gum harmony etc.
Prosthesis (Palate); is a removable application used when there are many missing teeth and implants or fixed bridge prostheses cannot be made as a solution. This prosthesis can be attached to the remaining teeth in the mouth with crochets (hooks), which cause an unpleasant appearance; it can also be attached to the teeth with veneers made on the teeth and sensitive retainers hidden inside to achieve a more aesthetic appearance.
There are many methods in today's dentistry. The healthiest and most accurate of these is; It is selected by your dentist by considering the location and number of missing teeth, the condition of other tissues and your general health condition.
Total dentures are an application that can be done if you have no teeth left in your mouth. They are dentures that can stay in the mouth with vacuum force by getting support from the bone tissue remaining in the lower and upper jaw, made of acrylic, and are also known as 'palate dentures' among the public.
It is difficult to use under normal conditions, and it is used in cases where implants cannot be made and special health conditions are valid. Today, there is not much use left in modern dentistry today. Our primary preference is dental implants in terms of patient comfort and health. In cases where we cannot apply implants, we will choose to make a total prosthesis (palatal prosthesis).
Movable Prosthesis Types
- TOTAL (COMPLETE) PROSTHESES
- PARTIAL (SECTIONAL) PROSTHESES
- CROCHET
- PRECISION CONNECTION
- ACETAL CROCHET
Getting Used to a Removable Denture
Getting used to using a denture takes some time. This period lasts about 2 months. Sometimes patients may need to wear their dentures for a certain period of time without removing them. In this way, the doctor can determine the areas that the patient is uncomfortable with and make certain corrections to make the denture fit more comfortably and well.
Like everything new, using a denture also requires time and practice.
Soft tissues are in constant change. Especially after tooth extraction, gums and bone tissue tend to decrease. During the period of getting used to the denture, soft tissues are limited in accordance with the denture.
Patients should see their doctors at regular intervals, because during the examination, recommendations and corrections can be made for any changes that may occur in the denture or soft tissues.
As a result of technological developments, dentures can be made to look natural. Over time, people who use dentures develop a certain level of confidence, because they begin to see the denture as a natural part of them and get used to it.
Under normal conditions, patients can eat many foods. Extremely hot and sticky foods should be avoided. Both sides of the denture should be used during chewing and the balance of the denture should be ensured.
In general, dentures that fit well on a suitable tissue do not need denture adhesives. However, if the patient's tissue is not sufficient in terms of retention or if the denture's compatibility with the tissue is impaired, it can be used. Since a worn and weakened denture will damage the soft tissues, it should be replaced as soon as possible or its compatibility with the tissues should be renewed with a process called ''lining''.
Care of Removable Dentures
After each meal, remove your dentures and clean their inner and outer surfaces using a toothbrush + soap. Studies have shown that the method of cleaning the dentures by rubbing them with your fingers under running water does nothing more than spread the microorganisms on the surface of the dentures and on your hand to the entire surface. Be sure to clean the inner and outer surfaces with a toothbrush and soap.
If you have difficulty holding your dentures that become slippery while cleaning and are worried about dropping your dentures, do this on a soft cover. This small precaution will prevent your dentures from falling and breaking.
Toothpaste causes the polish on the outer surface of your dentures to disappear. If the polish of the dentures you use is lost, it will provide an environment for microorganisms to stick to this surface, making it difficult to clean your dentures. In such a case, consult your dentist and ask for the situation to be corrected by your dentist.
Never use any cleaning agents produced for different purposes, such as bleach, dishwashing and laundry detergents, etc. in denture cleaning. These substances damage the structure of the denture and are also extremely dangerous for general health.
You can use tablets or solutions specially produced for denture cleaning carefully according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Cleaning the oral tissues on which the denture is placed is also extremely important. If you place your denture in an unclean mouth after cleaning it, the cleaning you have done will be in vain. After removing and cleaning your dentures, clean the toothless areas in your mouth with a soft toothbrush or gauze. If you have some teeth in your mouth, be sure to clean them with a toothbrush and toothpaste.
Cleaning the clasps that hold the denture to the existing teeth in partial dentures is extremely important in terms of protecting the teeth in the mouth. Food residues around and on the inner surface of the clasps will damage the teeth if they are not cleaned. It should definitely be cleaned after every meal.
Never perform any procedures such as abrasion or additional repair on your dentures by you or anyone else without the supervision of your dentist. If you have any problems with your dentures, consult your dentist immediately.
Go to your dentist for regular check-ups once a month. These check-ups will help prevent possible problems in the future.
Remember that your dentures also have a lifespan and should be renewed at least every two and at most five years. Otherwise, your dentures will not adapt to the changing tissues and will become difficult to use.
