If you're missing teeth, there are options for replacement. Aside from bridges and dental implants, a full or partial denture is another option. Dentures have a gum-colored base which fits over the bone ridge where the teeth were. The teeth attached to the base function and look like natural teeth. Having dentures made for your mouth is a simple process that doesn't require surgery. Contact the office of Dr. Eric K Borchert DDS today to discuss the options you have with dentures.
When you are missing teeth, there are possible nutritional and health risks that you should be aware of. Finding the right replacement can help stem any problems in your mouth and body before they happen. There are also more subtle benefits of wearing dentures, including: