Dentures – Morristown, NJ
Get a Smile You Can Take Pride In!
When you lose your teeth, you miss out on more than just eating. A smile that’s full of holes can sap your confidence, and it can be a serious detriment to your social life. This means that replacing teeth that you’ve lost can do just the opposite—boost your self-esteem and give you a brand-new lease on life!
If you’re here in New Jersey, the team here at Skyline Dental of Morristown can use dentures to give you a smile you can take pride in. Call us today for a consultation and we’ll tell you more about what this treatment can do for you.
Why Choose Skyline Dental of Morristown for Dentures?
- Beautiful Prosthetics Customized Perfectly to You
- Flexible Hours to Fit Your Schedule
- In-Network with a Variety of Insurance Carriers
Who Is a Good Candidate for Dentures?
If you’re missing several of your teeth, you’re probably well aware of the ways that this can hold you back. You won’t be able to eat all of the foods you want, in addition to the difficulty speaking and smiling that comes with tooth loss.
Dentures are a quick and easy way to replace many of the teeth on the gum ridge. These prosthetics are typically useful for patients who are missing most or all of their teeth; if you’ve lost only a few, another treatment may be better.
It’s also necessary that your gums be in good condition before you get dentures, so you should talk to your dentist about whether you’re in good enough health for your new teeth.
Types of Dentures
There are several different types of dentures, each of which meets various needs that a patient can have. We’ll be able to tell you more when we meet you in person about which is right for you, but here’s what you should know about them in the meantime.
Partial Dentures
Partial dentures consist of false acrylic teeth attached to a metal base, giving them the structure necessary to replace several non-consecutive teeth in the mouth. Partial dentures are designed for patients missing most but not all of their teeth, and they are designed to clip onto the existing teeth for support.
Full Dentures
Full dentures are made entirely from acrylic, and are meant for patients who need to replace all of the teeth on a gum ridge. They are meticulously fitted to your gums so that they can adhere entirely via suction.
Implant Dentures
If you’re interested in a little bit more stability, you can ask us about attaching your dentures to dental implants. This will provide your prosthetic with additional longevity, as well as allowing you to clean them without taking them off. This makes them a great option for patients who are dissatisfied with their traditional dentures.
The Benefits of Dentures
When you receive a prosthetic from us, they will be meticulously crafted to fit your smile. This means that you can expect your dentures to look just like natural teeth, and they’ll be strong enough to allow you to eat a much better diet.
Dentures are easy to clean and maintain, as well as being one of the most inexpensive methods of replacing teeth. So if you’re in need of a brand new smile, give us a call and we’ll be happy to see you for a consultation.
Understanding the Cost of Dentures
As you consider whether to get dentures, you’ll also look into their price. That’s only natural – you must ensure treatment stays within your budget. Still, please note that the cost of dentures varies from patient to patient; you should consult Dr. Henkin for a precise estimate. Our dental team will also work tirelessly to make care more affordable for you. In particular, we’ll walk you through your treatment’s cost factors, payment options, etc. Just keep reading or call us to learn more.
Factors That Affect the Cost of Dentures
We’ll give you a quick (but thorough) oral exam as part of your consultation. Through this step, we can (among other things) review factors that affect your dentures’ cost. These elements include:
- Preparatory Services – In some cases, a patient needs specific dental work before they can get dentures. The required procedures can include tooth removal, gum disease therapy, or even bone grafts. If needed, these “extras” will add to your final expense.
- Material for Denture Base – A denture’s base can actually be made from many kinds of acrylic. Depending on the type used, your final restorations may be costly or inexpensive.
- Replacement Teeth Materials – To make a denture’s artificial teeth, labs either use acrylic or porcelain. The acrylic kinds don’t cost as much, but their results are short-lived. Porcelain teeth can be expensive but prove long-lasting.
Besides the points above, remember that the dentures with the lowest prices aren’t often the best. These sorts tend to use sub-par acrylic and other poor materials for their bases, teeth, etc. Given that fact, you should opt for high-quality dentures.
Are Implant Dentures More Expensive?
Since implant dentures have a higher upfront price than regular ones, they may not seem cost-effective at first. However, these implant-based models have perks that justify the expense.
You see, implant dentures have dental implants – metal posts placed in your jaw’s sockets. These posts fuse with your jawbone, so prosthetics attached to them are highly secure and don’t move around. An average implant denture is thus permanent and won’t slip or fall from your mouth. On the contrary, it’ll allow your new teeth to blend seamlessly with the rest of your mouth.
There’s also the fact that an implant denture is a wise long-term investment. This device’s implants can last over 30 years (with proper care), so the treatment’s results tend to last longer than other restorations. That means an implant denture won’t need as many repair or replacement visits, which would just eat up your funds. It’ll save you money otherwise spent on follow-up care.
Does Dental Insurance Cover Dentures?
Dental insurance usually does cover dentures, as most plans see the restorations as necessary. In fact, many plan providers will cover up to 50% of a denture’s cost.
All that said, you can encounter exceptions. There’s a chance that your plan has limited denture coverage or none. So, please confirm your benefits before treatment; we’ll even help you do so.
Other Options for Making Dentures Affordable
Please don’t panic if you don’t have insurance; dentures can be affordable without it! Instead, you should give serious thought to our helpful payment options. The right one would make otherwise pricey dentures much more budget-friendly.
In particular, you may want to try our dental financing service. This option lets you work with CareCredit – a 3rd party financier – to pay for care in monthly installments. That way, you can gradually cover the cost of dentures.
In the end, dentures from Skyline Dental don’t have to “break the bank.” Just learn how to finance them by attending a consultation.
Denture FAQs
Can I Sleep with My Dentures In?
Dentures, particularly full dentures, but a lot of pressure on the gums on a day-to-day basis. Eventually you’ll need to give your gums a rest so that they can breathe a bit, and the time while you’re sleeping is ideal for that. Moreover, dentures can also be allowed to soak in a denture cleaning solution overnight, keeping them hygienic. This prevents the buildup of bacteria, holding gum disease at bay and helping your dentures smell fresh.
For these reasons, most dentists strongly recommend taking out your prosthetic each night, leaving them to soak while you sleep.
Is It Hard to Talk with Dentures?
Talking is mostly muscle memory, which means that most major changes in your mouth will cause a little bit of problem with speaking at first. The exact amount of time it’ll take for speaking with your dentures to feel “normal” can vary from person to person, but there are things that you can do to expedite this process.
First, you should make it a habit to speak slowly, as this will make it easier to enunciate. You might also want to set aside time to practice speaking aloud, or to converse with someone you trust until you can speak with ease.
If you find that your dentures are often becoming dislodged while you speak, talk to us and we’ll see if your dentures are fitted to your gums in the way that they ought to be.
What Can’t You Eat with Dentures?
Dentures are capable of expanding the number of foods you’re able to eat when compared to toothlessness. However, given that your prosthetic is held in place via either small metal clips or suction, there are some foods that you might want to avoid in an effort to keep them in place:
- Sticky foods, like peanut butter and gummy candies
- Foods that can split into small pieces that can get underneath a prosthetic
- Hard foods that are difficult to chew up
- Tough meats that are tough to chew
- Popcorn kernels and shelled nuts
Why Do My Dentures Smell?
Dentures typically only start to smell due to the accumulation of foodstuffs and bacteria, as well as gum disease that comes from improper oral hygiene. This is compounded by the fact that people who wear dentures typically produce much less saliva, which is ordinarily responsible for keeping the mouth hygienic.
If you want your prosthetic to stay smelling nice, it’s important that you clean it as thoroughly as possible. Rinse them after meals, brush them twice a day, and leave them to rinse overnight in a denture cleaning solution. You should also brush your gums and the soft tissues in your mouth to keep them clear of any bacterial buildup.