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If you are missing teeth or need to have some replaced, your dentist can talk to you about dentures or dental implants. These false teeth can bring back your smile and bring renewed confidence. But how do you know which option is best for you? Below, Timber Drive Dental in Rhinelander, WI, shares some facts about both approaches so you can make an informed decision. 

Dentures

Dentures are fitted retainers that you wear daily to compensate for missing teeth. They may replace a tooth here or there or an entire row if you need full dentures. They are made out of acrylic, resin, and porcelain to mimic the natural hues of your mouth. Many people appreciate the way they fit and add special dental paste to further adhere them to their gums, making eating and talking easier.

Dentures require regular brushing and flossing and must be taken out overnight and left in a special cleaning solution. They must also be replaced if they become cracked or no longer fit. You may be told to avoid harder foods if you eat with them in to avoid damaging them.

Dental Implants

denturesDental implants are becoming more popular because they are closer to having real teeth. They are installed into the jaw or fitted over it so the tooth-like portions protrude, giving you a normal smile. Because they are attached to your mouth, it’s much easier to eat with them. You brush and floss as normal and don’t have to worry about them slipping around during the day.

The implants are usually made of titanium and porcelain, which your body will grow gums over to further cement the teeth in place. Dental implants are more expensive than dentures at first, but they do not incur further costs like buying dental adhesives, special mouthwashes, and replacement dentures.

Both dentures and dental implants offer unique benefits. Talk with your dental insurance provider and dentist to decide which option is right for you. To learn more about teeth replacement options, call Timber Drive Dental at (715) 365-1800. Visit the website for more information on their general and cosmetic dentistry services. 

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