{"id":207,"date":"2023-01-23T19:47:56","date_gmt":"2023-01-23T19:47:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.southarlingtondentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=207"},"modified":"2023-01-23T19:47:57","modified_gmt":"2023-01-23T19:47:57","slug":"why-you-should-still-visit-your-dentist-if-you-wear-dentures","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.southarlingtondentalcare.com\/blog\/why-you-should-still-visit-your-dentist-if-you-wear-dentures\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Should Still Visit Your Dentist If You Wear Dentures"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Dentures<\/a> are one of the most common and useful solutions for patients with missing teeth. However, there are those out there who believe that wearing a full denture means they\u2019re exempt from routine dental care\u2014but this could not be further from the truth! Here are four reasons why visiting the dentist is more important than ever before if you wear dentures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Reason #1: You\u2019ll Maintain Optimal Oral Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tooth loss is a serious problem; not only does it vastly inhibit your ability to talk and eat, but it can also lead to additional missing teeth and a slew of other oral health issues. Dentures benefit your oral health by replacing those lost pearly whites; however, just because your teeth are being replaced does not<\/em> mean that oral hygiene becomes irrelevant. Plaque and tartar, which spell bad news for your natural teeth, can also accumulate on your dentures. Fortunately, visiting your dentist for preventive care will allow them to clear away those harmful, unpleasant particles, which in turn will keep your dentures and your mouth as sanitary and healthy as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reason #2: Oral Health Issues Can Be Easily Identified<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even if you\u2019re diligent about oral hygiene, you\u2019re still often unable to detect serious underlying problems on your own until they\u2019ve worsened. However, visiting your dentist biannually allows them to ensure that there\u2019s nothing wrong with your teeth, gums, or dentures! Some issues they\u2019ll be on the lookout for include: signs of tooth damage and decay, gum infection, bruxism, oral cancer, and more. Identifying these problems early on makes treating them much more manageable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reason #3: Allows for Necessary Adjustments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you age, the tissues in your mouth tend to change, but especially more so without the roots of your natural teeth. This can alter your bite pattern, and in turn, how your dentures fit inside of your mouth. And ill-fitting dentures aren\u2019t just uncomfortable\u2014they can also cause a variety of other issues including mouth sores, TMJ disorders, gum disease, poor nutrition, and more. In fact, it\u2019s not uncommon for a full denture to need refitting every few months, which can conveniently line up with your biannual visits!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reason #4: Helps Your Dentures Last<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Above all else, seeing your dentist regularly after receiving dentures will ensure that they\u2019re capable of lasting for as long as possible. As soon as they become dirty, damaged, ill-fitting, or compromised in any other way, their lifespan can become significantly shortened. But if you properly care for your dentures in collaboration with your dentist, they should last for up to seven or so years!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In short, having dentures doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019re off the hook when it comes to seeking routine dental care. In fact, it becomes more important than ever before if you\u2019d prefer your dentures to look and function correctly for the foreseeable future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Prachi D. Shah has proudly served patients and families in the South Arlington area for several years. Her practice is thrilled to offer a wide range of services including restorative treatments such as dentures. If you have any questions about dentures or would like to arrange a visit, you can contact Dr. Shah\u2019s practice online<\/a> or over the phone for assistance: (817) 860-2222.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Dentures are one of the most common and useful solutions for patients with missing teeth. However, there are those out there who believe that wearing a full denture means they\u2019re exempt from routine dental care\u2014but this could not be further from the truth! Here are four reasons why visiting the dentist is more important than […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-207","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nDental Checkups With Dentures | South Arlington Dental Care<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you wear dentures, you should still visit your dentist for regular care! 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