Dentures in Glendale for Replacing Missing Teeth
Tooth loss makes daily life harder and affects eating and speech, but modern dentures restore comfort and confidence. Many patients feel relief when they see how natural their new smile looks. Our team at My Dental & Implants uses modern methods to make strong, secure dentures that fit well and look real.
We help you through every step and make sure you stay comfortable from start to finish. Here, we show you how we restore your smile and what to expect during your denture care. Keep reading to learn more about natural-looking dentures.
What Are Dentures and How Can They Restore Your Smile?
A denture is a custom-made dental appliance that replaces missing teeth and helps your mouth look, feel, and work normally again. It fits gently over your gums and holds artificial teeth that look real and match your natural color. Dentures make it easier to eat your favorite foods and speak with confidence.
They also support your lips and cheeks so your face keeps its natural shape instead of sinking in where teeth are missing. Modern dentures feel light but strong. They can be made for the whole mouth or just part of it, depending on how many teeth you need to replace.
Benefits of Custom Dentures for Eating, Speaking, and Smiling
Custom dentures are specially made to fit your mouth comfortably and naturally. They can improve daily activities and help you feel more confident. Here are some key benefits of custom dentures for eating, speaking, and smiling:
- Improve chewing ability so you can enjoy more types of food comfortably
- Help bite food more evenly and reduce pressure on gums
- Make speaking clearer by supporting proper tongue and lip movement
- Reduce slipping or movement while talking
- Restore a natural-looking smile and improve facial appearance
- Boost self-confidence in social situations
- Support facial muscles and help prevent a sunken look
- Custom fit provides better comfort compared to standard dentures
- Reduce irritation and sore spots with a design made for your mouth
- Help maintain better oral function in daily life
- Easy to adjust for a more secure and personalized fit
- Can improve overall quality of life by making eating, speaking, and smiling easier
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Why Choose My Dental & Implants for Dentures?
You deserve a smile that looks natural and feels great. We provide the professional denture services Glendale residents trust for high-quality care. Our team works hard to make sure you feel at ease and happy with your results.
Below are the benefits you get when you choose My Dental & Implants:
- You receive personal care that fits your needs.
- We plan every detail of your treatment with care.
- We use modern tools so your dentures fit right.
- We focus on your comfort so you eat and talk with ease.
- We explain everything in simple words so you know what to expect.
- We stay here to help you after you get your new smile.
- You get a strong, stable result that lasts a long time.
Give us a call at (623) 300-2550 in Glendale, AZ to meet with Dr. Nima Afzalian and find out how we can help you get the confident smile you deserve today.
Meet Your Denture Dentist
Dr. Nima Afzalian discovered his love for dentistry at age 12 after a family member helped relieve his tooth pain. He graduated from Saguaro High School in Arizona and earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Biomedical Engineering from Arizona State University.
He then received his dental degree from Midwestern College of Dental Medicine, where he graduated with honors in Dental Implants and earned the Dean’s Award as the top clinician in his class.
Types of dentures at My Dental Implants & Implants
Today I would like to discuss implant dentures and patient options for implant dentures and dentures. There are three options for patients they can choose from based on how well they want to smile. If they care about the security of their denture, meaning that if it’s removable or secure, their chewing function. How they want to chew, and finance is also a big part of it.
1. Traditional Dentures
The first option is traditional dentures. Traditional dentures are with no implants. The top and bottom are typically loose, but the top is more secure because you have the palate or roof of the mouth that creates suction between the denture and your gum. The lower there is no palate, so there is no security, and the lower dentures are more loose compared to the top ones.
2. Snap-in Dentures
Snap-in dentures are still removable like traditional dentures but have implants similar to implant-hybrid dentures. Snap-in dentures are an option where three to four implants are placed on the top, and two to three implants are placed on the bottom. You would get the same dentures as traditional dentures, but they will snap in and are secure, so they’re not typically as loose as traditional dentures. However, sometimes as you eat and chew on it, you may get a rocking motion on snap-in dentures, but for the most part, they’re pretty secure and a much better option than traditional dentures.
3. Implant Supported Dentures
The final option and third option is basically, implant hybrid dentures or All-on-X. This option is not like snap-in dentures or traditional dentures that are removable. This option is secured. So four implants on top and four to six implants on the bottom, your prosthesis will look much nicer than those traditional dentures. It will be tightened and secured with those implants. However, they do have maintenance like your natural teeth because they mimic your natural healthy teeth up to 70% to 90%. And with that comes maintenance, so every six months, the cleaning and every year, those prostheses are removed, and we clean underneath it.
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Comparing Dentures: With and Without Implants
There is one type with no implants and there is the second type with implants, dentures with no implants. We look at them into three different categories as far as how good they are. The first thing that we want to look into is eating and chewing function. That’s the most important thing for my patients to have, and that’s I think, the most important thing for patients too. The second important thing is this removable. Is it fixed? Meaning that, do you have to remove it every night or it’s something that is there permanent? And then the third thing that we look into is basically the cosmetics of it. How natural that smile looks. So let’s tackle on the dentures with no implants, dentures with no implants. It’s supported with your gums. So the top dentures are typically much stays better than the dentures in the bottom. Remember, there’s no implant involvement in this type of denture. These are traditional dentures that your mom and dad probably had, or grandmas or you may know a friend or family member that had it at some point. So these are traditional dentures with no implants. And as far as eating and chewing function, they’re probably 20% there compared to your natural teeth, 10% maybe as far as are they fixed or removable? They’re removable every night. You have to remove it. What’s the reason for that? The reason for that is, first of all, you don’t want to get choking.
The dentures can block your airway at night when you’re not aware of it. The other thing that is very important is that if you keep the denture on, it can cause fungal infection. That’s why you want to remove your denture. Dentures could look very nice, but remember that denture teeth are pre-made teeth and there are a variety of denture teeth that can be looked into and fit your smile. But again, these are not custom made. Let’s go into dentures with implants. So there are two types. Implant basically snap in dentures and fixed snap-in as the name consisted of, stays better than the traditional dentures because they have implants that can snap in and then on the bottom is better. So these are better option compared to traditional dentures. The reason for that is they have the implant that can stay on snap indentures are also removable, similar to dentures, so you have to remove it every night.
And then the third thing about the cosmetics, the cosmetics of it, they look very similar to denture teeth because they are denture teeth. Instead they’re connected to those implants and the process of it is very similar to dentures two, except you’re getting head implants. The other thing that I would like to mention about dentures is that top dentures stay better in the mount because you have the roof of the mount that creates a suction. However, we don’t have the roof of the mount on the lower teeth, so typically the lower teeth are mostly loose. That’s why snap indentures could be a great option for your lower teeth.
All About Dentures: Process and Benefits
What are dentures? Dentures are basically for patients who have lost all their teeth or they’re at a stage in life that we have terminal tion, meaning the rest of the teeth that are there are either infected or they’re all broken. So denture is an option, an affordable option for patients to have teeth to be able to smile. The process of getting dentures denture are generally consisted of four to five appointments. The first appointment we take impressions. The second appointment, we make a custom tray that fits perfectly on your gums, and then this is going to give us a very good record to share with the lab. So the second appointment, we take that custom tray impression. After that, we establish your bite with wax rims, and that’s the third appointment. The fourth appointment is the appointment that is most important to you as the patient. In that appointment, you test drive your smile. Basically, you look at your teeth, color, the shape, and the shade of it, and you make sure you like it. If you like it, then the fourth or fifth appointment will be your final appointment, which you get your dentures.
What to Expect During the Denture Treatment Process
We know that a new smile is a big change for your life. Our team works hard to make sure you feel calm and happy during your visits. We use the best tools to give you teeth that look real and feel great. Here is the procedure at My Dental & Implants that we follow to restore your smile:
- We start with a full exam where Dr. Nima Afzalian checks your teeth and jaw. We use X-rays to see your mouth clearly and talk about your best options.
- We create a plan made just for you. This plan focuses on a natural look and a fit that stays comfortable all day.
- Our team takes molds of your mouth. These shapes help the lab build teeth that match the curve of your gums.
- We work with a lab to build your dentures with care. We choose colors and shapes that look like real teeth.
- We fit the dentures and check your bite. We make small changes to make sure they feel stable and do not slip.
- We see you for follow-up visits to check your oral health. These visits make sure your dentures stay in top shape for years.
Caring for Your Dentures After Treatment
Taking proper care of your dentures after treatment helps keep them clean, comfortable, and long-lasting. Good denture care can also support better oral health and help your dentures fit properly over time. Here are some simple tips for caring for your dentures:
- Clean your dentures daily using a soft denture brush
- Rinse dentures after eating to remove food particles
- Soak dentures overnight in a denture-cleaning solution
- Handle dentures carefully to avoid cracks or damage
- Keep your gums and mouth clean by brushing gently
- Avoid using very hot water, which can change the denture shape
- Visit your dentist regularly for denture checkups and adjustments
- Contact your dentist if your dentures feel loose or uncomfortable
FAQs
What are your clinic hours?
We open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. On Friday, we open from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Where is your clinic located and is parking available?
Our office is at 6637 West Peoria Ave, Suite D-2, Glendale, AZ 85302. There is plenty of space for your car right outside our door.
What type of dentures is right for me?
The right type depends on your oral health and how many teeth you lost. Your dentist will recommend the best option for you.
Do dentures look natural?
Modern dentures look natural and match the shape and color of real teeth. They help improve your smile and facial appearance.
Are dentures comfortable to wear?
Dentures feel comfortable when a dentist makes them for your mouth. Your dentist can adjust them if you feel discomfort.
How long does it take to get dentures?
The process often takes a few weeks and several dental visits. Your dentist needs time to take impressions and prepare the dentures.
Can I eat normally with dentures?
Dentures help you chew many foods more easily. Start with soft foods and slowly add harder foods.
What should I do if my dentures feel loose?
Visit your dentist if your dentures feel loose. Your dentist can adjust them to improve the fit.
Are implant-supported dentures better than traditional dentures?
Implant-supported dentures provide more stability and support. Your dentist will check if implants suit your oral health.
Do you offer evening or weekend appointments?
We do not see patients on weekends or late at night. We stay open during our regular times from Monday to Friday.
