Dentures
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In-House Denture Lab
Working together, we can find solutions to denture problems.
Same Day Service, Custom Fitting, Low Cost, and Fast Service!
Here at Light Dental Studios we have in-house denture laboratories, with skilled technicians who can make dentures, partials, and perform denture relines efficiently and quickly. Our denture laboratories support all offices in the Light Dental Studios family.
Dental needs as we age
- As we age, our dental history is culmination of a lifetime of appointments.
- Neglect and Gum Disease is more evident the older we get.
- Majority of patients 55 and older have missing teeth as a result.
- As a result, approx. 55% of adults 65 years and older wear some removable denture.
- 28% of adults 65 years and older are completely edentulous (toothless)
Utilizing the latest technology, our in-house denture lab at our dental office ensures the highest quality dentures with the best fit.
By processing all the work in our office, we drastically reduce the time it takes to make your custom fitting dentures.
Dentures: Are they supposed to be this way?
- Many patients with either complete or partial dentures are unaware how dentures should fit.
- Many ignore the issue due to lack of understanding. They just "deal with it."
- Some deal with ill fitting dentures by not wearing them, limiting their nutritional intake.
- Improperly fitting dentures can lead to other, more serious, health issues
Health Issues related to Poor Fitting Dentures
- Nutritional intake is vital in Elderly as many things related to eating can change when we age, this includes:
- Reduced salivary flow
- Change in taste and flavors
- Reduction in appetite
- Poor fitting dentures can decrease the ability of Elderly patients to eat well-balanced diets
- Malnutrition due to limited diet can lead to nutritional deficiencies and weakened overall health and inability to resist other diseases.
Denture Specials
* Not everyone is a good candidate for dentures. Some restrictions may apply. Please contact our offices for details.
What can be done?
- Patient's with poor fitting dentures usually just "deal with it."
- Factors leading to this thinking include:
- Lack of understanding
- Ability to see a dental professional including lack of transportation and health issues
- Indifferent attitude. "What good is it going to do."
- Application of some dental procedures and patient education may correct issues related to poor fitting dentures and improve
Denture Reline
- In many cases, dentures do not need to be replaced, but simply relined.
- Over time, the jaw that dentures sit on can become blunted and thinner.
- This change can lead to a poor fitting denture.
- Rebasing the inside of the denture can provide new life to an existing denture
Partial Denture Relines
- Partials can be hard to wear when the area that is replacing the teeth does not seat fully on the tissue.
- Relining the area of missing teeth can make a partial more comfortable and prevent too much torque on teeth that stabilize the partial.
Complete Dentures
- In some instances, remaking a denture is needed.
- These reasons may include:
- Previous reline(s) performed on existing denture
- Severe wear of teeth and denture due to age of the denture
- Fractures and chips that can not be repaired with traditional methods
We know life gets busy, and finding time for a dental visit can be tough. That's why Light Dental Studios now offers same-day, Saturday, and evening appointments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
General Information
Light Dental Studios is a comprehensive dental care provider that has been serving the Puget Sound area since 1971.
We have 30 convenient locations throughout the Puget Sound area to serve you better.
Light Dental Studios offers a range of services including general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, in-house denture lab, orthodontics, oral surgery, and periodontics.
Yes, we offer specialized care for our younger patients to ensure they have a smile worth showing off at every age.
We offer a range of cosmetic treatments including cosmetic bonding, Invisalign®, dental BOTOX®, teeth whitening, veneers, and more to help your smile shine brighter than a polished molar!
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Disclaimer: Please note that the provided information above is based on general knowledge, and it's always recommended to consult with our doctors for personalized advice and recommendations regarding your or your child's specific dental needs and conditions. For any questions or concerns, please call our office.
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