Have you noticed changes in your facial contour after losing teeth? Missing teeth can contribute to more than a smile alteration. The effects can be even more dramatic in terms of appearance and oral health. At AZ Implant & Denture Center, we are aware of the struggles that arise with tooth loss, and we offer replacement methods to help you regain your function and aesthetic.
What is Facial Sagging and Why Does It Occur When Teeth are Missing?
Facial sagging occurs because support structures that maintain the shape of your face weaken due to tooth loss. Your teeth provide some degree of support to face structures, such as your cheeks and lips, along with jaw bone. If you lose teeth, the underlying bone structure may begin to deteriorate, and the muscles in your face may lose their tone. In time, you’re left with hollowed cheeks, wrinkles around the mouth, and an overall aged appearance.
Dentures are a method for restoring facial contour. While the main purpose of dentures is to replace missing teeth, their secondary purpose is to assist in maintaining the natural appearance of your face. Dentures serve to support the height of your jaw between the upper and lower sections of your dentition. Therefore, they can help prevent signs of cheek sagging and create a healthy contour to the face, and assist in retaining a youthful look and a sense of confidence.
How Do Dentures Promote Oral Health?
Teeth provide main functions to help promote health. Missing teeth can create a number of issues that may affect your oral health, such as:-
Difficulty Chewing: Without proper teeth, chewing can become very difficult, adding stress to digestion.
Shifting Teeth: Teeth may shift into open spaces, producing misalignment or bite issuesJawbone Loss: Whenever you lose a tooth, the bone in the jaw can shrink, which can cause the facial structure to weaken with time.
Speech Difficulties: Having teeth is important for proper pronunciation, and this can lead to challenges with the clarity of your speech.
Restoring your smile with dentures is an effective way to maintain oral function, to help eliminate other dental problems, and to you help prevent accelerated jawbone deterioration.
Types of Dentures Offered
AZ Implant & Denture Center provides several types of dentures for your consideration, unique to each patient.
1. Complete Dentures
These are designed for people who have lost all their teeth (either the upper or lower). Complete dentures provide full support to the facial muscles giving patients a natural appearance. Complete dentures can improve your ability to chew and speak significantly.
2. Partial Dentures
Partial dentures are for patients who have lost some teeth and will fill the gap or space left by the missing teeth. Partial dentures also help all the remaining teeth from moving, while also keeping your bite aligned. Partial dentures, also maintain your facial structure and lessen the risk of sagging.
3. Implant Supported Dentures
For a more stable solution, implant-supported dentures are conjoined to dental implants surgically placed in the jaw. This will support chewing function, and bone loss even better than traditional dentures.Dentures supported by implants are an excellent option for a long-term solution that more closely resembles natural teeth.
Denture and Facial Aesthetics
The relationship between dentures and your facial appearance is significant. Well-fitting dentures recreate the natural shape of your face by supporting your facial lips and cheeks to avoid the hollowed look from losing your teeth. Additionally, when your denture holds the correct vertical dimension, the jaw and bite will remain in balance. This also lessens the appearance of your face sagging over time.
Enhancing Confidence and Quality of Life
Missing teeth can affect your self-esteem and make you reluctant to smile, talk, or eat around others. Dentures provide much more than function; they return your confidence and enhance your quality of life. At AZ Implant & Denture Center, we work with our patients to create dentures that are natural in appearance and function, so you can feel confident to return your smile.
Taking Care of Your Dentures
To take full advantage of your dentures, proper care must be taken. Here are some suggestions to maintain your oral health with dentures:
Clean on a Daily Basis: Make sure to brush your dentures with runny, soft-bristled toothbrush every day to get out leftover food and plaque.
Soak at Night: Soak your dentures in a storage solution or water at night to maintain the shape of your dentures and avoid drying out.
Have Regular Check-ups: Make an appointment with AZ Implant & Denture Center on a regular basis for check-ups to make sure your dentures fit and to check oral health.
Monitor Jaw Health: Pay attention to anything that has changed with your bite or if you experience discomfort. That could indicate adjustments are necessary.
Why AZ Implant & Denture Center?
AZ Implant & Denture Center specializes in restoring your smile and facial structure through custom denture solutions. We are focused on your comfort, function, and aesthetics, and we want to make sure every person is fitted with custom dentures to preserve long-term oral health. We work with patients in Lizard Acres, Shawnee Village, Hopi Village, and Kingswood Parke. We aim to provide both genuine and compassionate comfort with modern denture solutions that meet your needs.
Whether you need full dentures, partial dentures, or implant-supported dentures, we want to assist you in restoring your smile, confidence, and jaw structure. We achieve this by using the technology and expertise into fitting every denture so it is comfortable and looks natural.
Contact for a Consultation Today
Don’t let missing teeth entitle you to lose your facial appearance or oral health. Restore your smile and prevent sagging by specially fitting dentures. Contact AZ Implant & Denture Center for a consultation and set up time to review denture options. We are ready to help you on a journey to smile confidently and healthier.
