Dentures are a removable replacement for missing teeth and surrounding tissues. Two types of dentures are available – complete and partial dentures. Complete dentures are used when all the teeth are missing, while partial dentures are used when some natural teeth remain.
The dentists at Amberly Dentistry will of course advise you on which prosthesis is best for you.
When it comes to your replacement teeth options, complete dentures can be either conventional or immediate. Made after the teeth have been removed and the gum tissue has begun to heal, conventional dentures are ready for placement in the mouth about 8 to 12 weeks after the teeth have been removed. Unlike conventional dentures, immediate dentures are made in advance and can be fitted as soon as the teeth are removed. As a result, the wearer does not have to be without teeth during the healing period.
However, bones and gums shrink over time, especially during the first weeks following tooth removal. Therefore, a disadvantage of immediate dentures compared with conventional dentures is that they require more adjustments (relines) to fit properly during the healing process and generally should only be considered a temporary solution until conventional dentures can be made.
Removable partial dentures usually consist of replacement teeth attached to a pink or gum-coloured acrylic base, which is connected by a metal framework that holds the dentures in place in the mouth. Partial dentures are used when one or more natural teeth remain in the upper or lower jaw.
We are preferred providers for Medibank, Bupa and HCF dental insurance. We welcome all major insurance funds, simply bring in your dental insurance card during your visit and we will claim it on the spot for you using our Hicaps facility.
Along with insurance, we accept cash, credit card and financing (Mysmileplan).
Amberly Dentistry has convenient parking on-site, so you can just drive straight in at park out front.
