Dentures
Benefits of Dentures
Tooth loss can lead to significant oral health problems and quality of life issues. Gaps between teeth can lead to bone loss and further tooth loss, which can eventually impede your ability to eat comfortably. Once you have been fitted with a custom traditional denture or partial denture at our Lake Charles dental practice, you can benefit from:
Restored Oral Function
Proper chewing requires that teeth interlock snuggly when the jaws are closed. This is known as occlusion, and tooth loss can negatively affect this important oral function. Dentures restore bite balance, reducing your risk of developing uncomfortable jaw conditions.
More Youthful Facial Features
Missing teeth are associated with advanced age. Beyond addressing gaps in your smile, a full or partial prosthetic can ensure that your cheeks do not appear sunken-in. If you are looking for a treatment that can leave you looking several years younger, custom dentures might be right for you.
Improved Speech Clarity
Teeth play an important role in speech function. Following the placement of your denture at one of our dental offices, you may notice that speaking becomes easier and clearer.
Boosted Self-Confidence
Living with missing teeth can be embarrassing. A high-quality full or partial denture can give you the ability to speak and chew with confidence. Our custom prosthetics are definitely a cause for smiling.
Schedule Your Denture Consultation Today
Our offices in Lake Charles, Carlyss, and Moss Bluff, LA, accept most major insurance plans and offer financing through CareCredit®. No matter what your oral health needs are, Dr. Jeffery Hennigan and his team are here to provide you with quality and affordable care. Our doctors emphasize preventative care as a means of saving you time and money down the road.
A denture can deliver life-changing benefits. To schedule your initial consultation, please contact our practice online or call:
(337) 478-8470
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2020
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Your Tooth Replacement Options
There are three basic types of dentures to treat tooth loss: full, partial, and implant-supported.
If you have suffered the loss of teeth on an entire dental arch or need extractions, you can be fitted with a complete denture that rests on your gums. The restoration replaces missing teeth along your top or bottom jaw. This type of denture is also known as a full denture.
Our doctors generally encourage patients to consider implant-retained restorations–full or partial–due to the superior stability and oral health benefits that dental implants offer.
If you still have natural teeth remaining, a partial denture can be fabricated that fills in the gaps between your smile. A partial restoration allows you to replace missing teeth without removing your healthy teeth.
Traditional vs. Implant-Supported Dentures
Traditional dentures are removable. They rest on your gums and depend on a combination of denture adhesive and suction to remain in place. Although this provides a level of stability that can allow you to enunciate and eat soft or finely chopped foods, traditional dentures can shift out of place.
Implant-supported dentures are secured directly to implants that are surgically placed in your jaw. This keeps your dentures in place at all times, regardless of what you choose to eat. Dental implants also provide stimulation to your jaw to prevent the atrophy that follows tooth loss. As a result, implant-supported dentures need far fewer adjustments than traditional dentures.
Not Sure If Dentures Are Right For You? Request a consultation with our dentists today
Throughout our history, we have provided exceptional oral care treatments to help our patients achieve and maintain a lifetime of healthy and beautiful smiles. Before any dental care begins, your dentist will discuss all of your options and craft a custom treatment plan to fit your specific dentistry needs and goals. We want each patient to be educated and feel confident in their treatment options.
If you are wondering if dentures are right for you, the first step is a consultation at one of our locations. We proudly serve the patients of Lake Charles, LA, and surrounding communities with comprehensive treatment options, including crowns, dentures, and other restorative dentistry procedures to replace one missing tooth or many missing teeth.
Request a consultation by contacting us online or by calling us at:
(337) 478-8470
What If You Are Only Missing a Few Teeth?
Dentures are only recommended following considerable tooth loss. If you have lost one or a few consecutive teeth, you may be a better candidate for a dental bridge. An individual lost tooth can be replaced using a crown and dental implant. However, if you are missing a significant portion of your upper or lower dental arch, a partial denture is the better option.
Take a look at how a partial denture repairs your smile...
Custom-Designed Restorations
Both partial and complete dentures are custom-tailored to fit the unique specifications of your mouth. In the case of partials, this means designing the prosthetics around your remaining natural teeth.
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2020
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2020
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The Added Benefits of Dental Implants
If you are dissatisfied with the performance of your removable denture, consider stabilizing it with dental implants. These small metal posts are placed in the jaw, replacing missing tooth roots and allowing your false teeth to feel and function like natural teeth. This unique restoration also prevents the jawbone atrophy that follows tooth loss, is gentler on your gums, and better protects your overall oral health.
Our practice in Lake Charles, LA, works with an experienced oral surgeon who can place your implants. We can coordinate all other aspects of your implant care.
Candidacy Considerations
Unfortunately, not all our patients qualify for implant-supported dentures. Since they involve a surgical procedure, candidates must be in good overall health and non-smokers. Certain conditions like uncontrolled diabetes can increase your risk of complications so make sure to go over your medical history with our dentist to ensure your safety.
Candidates must also have sufficient jawbone density to support traditional implants. If you have experienced jawbone recession from long-term tooth loss, you may first require a bone grafting procedure. Alternatively, you may want to consider All-on-4® treatment, a technique that takes advantage of your remaining bone tissue with just four implants (as opposed to the traditional six to eight). All-on-4 implants stabilize a complete denture and can help you avoid preparatory procedures. To find out what treatment you qualify for, schedule a consultation today.
Get a Personal Estimate Today
We are here to help you find the best restorative option for your needs and budget. We never pressure you to choose one type of denture over another or upsell you on treatment.
Schedule a one-on-one consultation with our dentists today to get a personalized cost estimate for your treatment. We have conveniently located offices serving Lake Charles, Carlyss, and surrounding areas. Send us a message online or call us:
How Much Do Dentures Cost?
The cost of a traditional denture at our Lake Charles dentistry practice generally ranges between $1,100-$2,000. This type of denture is typically covered–at least to some extent–by insurance.
For implant-supported dentures, you can expect the costs to be much higher because treatment is more complex and includes oral surgery. Although the denture might be covered by insurance, implants are considered elective. However, the benefits and long-term savings that come with implant-supported dentures make the price a worthy investment.
We take most major insurance plans. We also accept financing through CareCredit®, allowing you to make affordable monthly payments to cover the cost of treatment.
Treatment Overview
The specific steps of your treatment will depend largely on what denture type you choose. However, most patients can expect:
A custom denture from our practice can restore your bite and your self-confidence–even your quality of life.
Incredible Smile Transformations
If you are suffering from poor confidence due to missing teeth, a new denture can transform your appearance and self-esteem. Our Lake Charles practice works with premium dental labs to ensure the most natural-looking and well-fitting results.
Take a look at the difference a full denture in the upper arch can make in a smile...
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2022
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2022
The best dentist group around!! From the clerical staff to the hygienist to the dentist. They are all super friendly and knowledgeable.
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General tips for maintaining the integrity of your dental appliance include:
Overnight Denture Care
If you have a removable denture, you'll need to take it out each night and place it in a glass of water. Placing the prosthetic in water ensures that the base material maintains its proper size and shape.
Denture Cleaning
Cleaning your false teeth is easy. Simply brush the prosthetic with water using a soft-bristled toothbrush. There are also denture cleaning solutions that you can purchase.
Brushing and Flossing
Implant-supported dentures are often not removable. They should still be brushed twice a day as you would brush your natural teeth. Most convenience stores offer floss threaders that can be used to remove food particles from beneath your implant-supported denture.
Regular Dental Care
False teeth require periodic adjustments to account for changes to your gums. If you already visit our Lake Charles dental practice for check-ups and cleanings, your dentist can use those visits to ensure that your denture is still fitting properly. Dentures do not last forever. After several years, it may need to be replaced.
Denture FAQ
How long will my dentures last?
With proper care, your dentures can last for 15 years or more. It is important to remember that your restoration may wear over time, but if you follow proper care instructions, it can last for years to come.
Do dentures hurt?
No. If your dentures are hurting you or causing irritations, it is important to call your dentist. They can make adjustments to your dentures to eliminate the irritations or explore what may be causing you pain.
Do I still qualify for dentures if I have gum disease?
It is important to have a healthy foundation for your dentures, so you will need to undergo treatment for any oral health issues like gum disease, infections, or decay before you receive dentures. We provide comprehensive treatments to help you achieve a healthy, functional, and beautiful smile.
If you have any further questions, please give us a call or send us a message.
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2021
Dr. Ardoin and his whole staff go above and beyond to do a great job! I know I am in good hands when I am there. They always ask if I'm having any issues or mouth pain and work until they resolve the issue/pain. Ginger is so sweet, it is like talking to a long-time friend when I see her to get my teeth cleaned. She is a great asset to the team! Over the last year, Ginger even checks my blood pressure before any work is started. Wonderful dental work, fantastic employees...you just cannot go wrong by calling on Dr. Ardoin's office for your dental needs.
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2021
It has been more years than I can count since my last dentist appointment. The last three, with three different dentist, did not go well. I did not have any confidence in them and did not go back to them. Two broken teeth last week changed my situation to a have to. I called Lake Area Dentistry last Thursday and was given an appointment for the following Monday. I was so satisfied with Dr. Price, he saved my two teeth, I scheduled my next appointment for Friday to get more much needed work done. Thank you Dr. Price and Lake Area Dentistry! Good people!
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