Enjoy Your Favorite Foods with Implant-Retained Dentures in Fort Smith, AR

For millions of Americans missing their teeth, traditional dentures are a perfectly reasonable solution that allows them to eat and speak with relative comfort and ease. There are some, however, who would prefer a more secure option that feels and looks more natural. As dental implants have become more common and more advanced, more patients are turning to implant-retained dentures as their tooth replacement option of choice.

Benefits of Implant-Supported Dentures

A dental implant is a tiny post that is shaped like a screw and placed in the bone of the jaw by a periodontal specialist or oral surgeon. This post serves as a sturdy anchor for a custom restoration like a crown, bridge, or denture. When combined with dentures, dental implants can dramatically improve chewing function and overall quality of life. Patients with implant-retained dentures can finally enjoy their favorite foods again, including everything from a juicy steak to corn on the cob and a fresh apple.

While traditional dentures replace the crown portion of your missing teeth, only dental implants replace the root portion as well. This helps to keep the bone tissue in the jaw strong and healthy, which in turn prevents the sunken facial appearance that is common in individuals who have lost most or all of their natural teeth. A consultation with our team will aid in determining your candidacy for dental implants as well as the treatment plan that best suits your unique needs.

Reclaim Your Smile and Your Bite

If you are considering dentures (or if you already wear them) and are curious about what is possible with dental implants, contact our office today to schedule your consultation with our team. We genuinely look forward to helping you achieve the stability and comfort you deserve with our comprehensive menu of restorative dentistry solutions. Our Fort Smith, AR dental practice warmly welcomes patients from nearby communities in Sallisaw, Pocola, Alma, Greenwood, Van Buren, Poteau, Heavener, and beyond.

Is it Time to Get Dentures?

As we age, our teeth can start to be a big problem. Even with proper oral care and routine dental visits, your dental work will eventually wear out and need to be replaced. Teeth will discolor over time and you may develop gum disease as a side effect of your medication or an unrelated illness. When the time comes to consider getting dentures, you shouldn’t let the idea scare you. The alternative to dentures (no teeth) is a much scarier proposition. Your teeth aren’t just there to complete your beautiful smile. They’re there for basic functions like talking and eating. Educate yourself and make an appointment with Dr. Lopez at New Smile Dental to discuss your options. Dr. Lopez proudly serves families throughout Fort Smith, AR, Van Buren and neighboring communities.

The Dentures Process

·         Unhealthy teeth are extracted.

·         Temporary dentures are made in advance and can be positioned as soon as teeth are removed. Custom dentures are made after teeth have been removed and gum tissue has begun to heal.

(3 to 6 months after tooth removal)

·         Adjustment to dentures may take a few weeks until the muscles of your cheek and tongue learn to keep them in place. Minor irritation or soreness may occur and saliva flow may increase. These problems will diminish as your mouth adjusts to the new denture.

Quality Dentures in Fort Smith, AR

Over 32 million Americans wear full or partial dentures. You may or may not be a good candidate for dentures depending on your unique medical and dental history. If you still have the option, keeping your natural teeth as long as possible with quarterly cleanings and examinations is the best way to go. Porcelain crowns, bonding and veneers are all great methods for restoring your natural teeth. If you’re healthy enough, dental implants are also a good option. All tooth replacement processes take time. That’s why you should make an appointment with Dr. Lopez at New Smile Dental as soon as possible to discuss your treatment options. Dr. Lopez proudly serves families throughout Fort Smith, AR, Van Buren and neighboring communities.

Restoring Smiles with Dentures

Are you disappointed in your smile? Has disease and age ravaged your smile, leaving you missing a few teeth? At New Smile Dental, we can help restore your smile with dentures. It’s important to have a complete smile both for your appearance and for your dental health.

Dentures are a durable way to replace missing teeth and complete your smile. Depending on your smile needs, we offer both full and partial dentures. Your dentures will be custom crafted to fit in your smile, as well as match the rest of your teeth in appearance. For this to happen, you will need to come in for a series of appointments over a few weeks. This is necessary to ensure the best possible fit.

Dr. Lopez will ensure that you have a beautiful set of dentures that are also comfortable to wear. With regular care and cleaning, your dentures will last you a long time. If your smile is less than complete, there’s no need to despair. We can help restore your smile with dentures. It’s important to have a complete smile for good dental health. If you’re interested in learning more or scheduling your consultation, give us a call.

At New Smile Dental, we focus on enhancing and restoring the beauty of your smile with help from the 

latest dental technology. Dr. Gilbert Lopez treats patients from Fort Smith and Van Buren, AR and surrounding areas. Call us today to schedule your next appointment.