Ladd Dental Group

Alveoloplasty   Alveoloplasty is a dental pre-prosthetic procedure performed to smoothen or reshape the jawbone . In this procedure, the bony edges of the alveolar ridge and its surrounding structures is made smooth, redesigned or recontoured so that a well-fitting, comfortable, and esthetic dental prosthesis may be fabricated.  Alveoloplasty for Dentures   Fitting for  dentures . If you're missing teeth and are being fitted for full or partial  dentures ,  alveoloplasty  may be  necessary  to ensure a snug fit on the gum. Bumps and ridges in the bone can cause gaps between the  denture  and the gum.  Healing for the Denture   The dentist will provide you with temporary immediate dentures as the gum tissue heals. Once the tissues are fully healed, the time is right to add dentures to your mouth . In general, it usually takes between six and  eight weeks  following the tooth extraction for dentures ...

Eating with New Dentures " Dentures are man-made appliances used to replace missing teeth and they're sometimes known as 'false teeth.'  Dentures  are made from plastic and molded to fit your mouth but they can feel uncomfortable and awkward for several weeks while you're getting used to them. You'll make more saliva, they'll slip around just a bit and you may have a few sore spots while your mouth is healing. Adjusting to life with dentures  may take some time while your facial muscles adapt to the new sensations, changes in your ability to taste some of your foods, plus you'll need to learn how to chew with dentures. Start slowly and choose soft foods that are easy to eat until your  dentures are settled in  and you feel comfortable eating solid foods again.  Tips for Eating with New Dentures   Start with a liquid diet that includes purees and soft foods such as applesauce, puddings, cooked cereals, chopped boile...

Are Dental Implants Right for You ?  " Complete and partial dentures are removable appliances that allow you to replace missing teeth in a very non-invasive way. On the other hand, a dental implant requires a surgical procedure in which a titanium post is rooted into your jaw bone, creating a sturdy foundation for your replacement tooth or teeth. Each option has its advantages and disadvantages. When you are faced with deciding between a denture or an implant, it’s essential to be well-informed so that you can choose the option that will work best for you.  Why Would You Need Dentures or Dental Implants ? Not everyone is born with a perfect smile, and accidents can happen that cause missing teeth. Perhaps you grew up in an area that didn’t use fluoride in the water or genetics played a role in tooth loss thanks to gum disease. Whatever the reason, if you are missing a few or all of your teeth, dental implants or dentures can be the answer you’ve been looking for. ...