{"id":125,"date":"2019-02-04T21:31:27","date_gmt":"2019-02-04T21:31:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fortlauderdalesmiles.com\/blog\/?p=125"},"modified":"2019-03-08T21:36:58","modified_gmt":"2019-03-08T21:36:58","slug":"whats-the-best-way-to-make-dentures-in-fort-lauderdale-fit-better","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fortlauderdalesmiles.com\/blog\/2019\/02\/whats-the-best-way-to-make-dentures-in-fort-lauderdale-fit-better\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s the Best Way To Make Dentures In Fort Lauderdale Fit Better?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fortlauderdalesmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-2019-03-08.jpg\" alt=\"Implant-retained denture on the lower arch\" class=\"wp-image-126\" width=\"305\" height=\"203\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fortlauderdalesmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-2019-03-08.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.fortlauderdalesmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-2019-03-08-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 305px) 100vw, 305px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You may think of dentures as a modern invention, but they\u2019ve actually been around since around 700 BC. At that time, they were made of human or animal teeth held together with thin metal wire. Thankfully, dentures have come a long way since then! Currently, around 36 million Americans use dentures and, while they\u2019re a great way to replace missing teeth, they often become loose and ill-fitting over time. However, there\u2019s an outstanding solution that can not only help your dentures in Fort Lauderdale fit better but also <em>function<\/em> better than ever. Learn more below about why dentures become loose and what you can do about it! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Do Dentures Become Loose To Begin With? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if your denture fits perfectly at the start, chances\nare it will stop fitting as well as time goes on. This occurs because the body\nbegins to slowly reabsorb the bone mass in the jaws after tooth loss, causing\nthem to shrink and change shape. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When dentures are initially made, they\u2019re designed to precisely fit the upper and lower jaws <em>at that time.<\/em> As the jaws become smaller, the same denture is too large to fit them snugly, causing them to become loose and slip during meals or conversations.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although dentures last a total of about 5-10 years, you may\nneed adjustments every 1-2 years to help them continue fitting. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the Benefits of an Implant-Retained Denture?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Implants can completely change the way your denture fits because\nthey do one thing that other options don\u2019t: They act as replacement roots. This\nprovides much greater stability, similar to natural teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Implant-retained <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fortlauderdalesmiles.com\/full-dentures.html\">dentures<\/a> are\nsuperior for a couple of reasons:&nbsp;&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Traditional dentures get their stability from\nnatural suction and adhesive. But implants act as physical anchors so they\nprovide a lot more support. This greatly increases your chewing power, allows\nyou to eat tougher foods, and eliminates slipping from a loose fit. <\/li><li>Implants stimulate the surrounding jaw bone and\nmaintain it over time to help prevent further bone loss. This helps your\ndenture fit better, for longer, so you won\u2019t need adjustments nearly as often\nas you would with a typical denture. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, in most cases just 2-4 small implants per arch are all\nthat\u2019s necessary to provide these benefits. Since upper dentures are typically\nsecure enough on their own, many patients only need implants in the lower jaw.&nbsp; &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having your individual needs evaluated is the best way to\nknow if an implant-retained denture is right for you, so the first step is\nscheduling a consultation. You\u2019ll be on your way to a better fitting denture that\nimproves your quality of life every day! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fortlauderdalesmiles.com\/dr-marc-mingel.html\">Dr. Marc Mingel<\/a>\nis a dentist in Fort Lauderdale and also a native of South Florida. He\nunderstands how important it is for dentures to feel and function as good as\nthey look.&nbsp; When possible, he recommends\nimplant-retained dentures because he knows that they provide unmatched\nstability. If you have any questions about your dentures, he can be contacted\nvia his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fortlauderdalesmiles.com\/contact-us.html\">website.<\/a>\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You may think of dentures as a modern invention, but they\u2019ve actually been around since around 700 BC. At that time, they were made of human or animal teeth held together with thin metal wire. Thankfully, dentures have come a long way since then! 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