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Denture teeth are made of either acrylic or porcelain, and are customized for each client for shape size and colour. The denture base can be made from acrylic or metal, or even a mixture of both Dentures are not as good as natural teeth, but with proper care and maintenance they can be almost as […]
You should visit your local dental prosthetist every 2 – 3 years to ensure your dentures have adequate maintenance, even if your dentures feel comfortable. At these visits, treatments, if needed, will be discussed with you. These may include Relines, to adjust the ill-fitting dentures, relief of those ‘sore spots’, or maybe just a clean. […]
No referral is necessary to see a dental prosthetist. You may visit a dental prosthetist of your choice, and the more often your visits are, this will save you time as you are dealing directly with the practitioner who will construct your dentures.
A dental prosthetist is a highly qualified and skilled dental practitioner who makes fits and provides a complete denture service.
Many People think that Dentures last forever. This is not true. On average, dentures last between 8 – 10 years, depending on the way they are treated, and regular maintenance. In general, dentures should be reviewed every 2 – 3 years, even if they still feel comfortable. Although the denture base does not alter in […]