Reliable Fixed Dentures in Merced
If you like how traditional dentures feel but are looking for a more permanent tooth replacement option, fixed dentures may be perfect for you. Fixed dentures provide you with excellent ease of use with durability that can last you a lifetime. At the dental office of Ranu M. Mishra, DDS, we're privileged to provide dependable fixed dentures to Merced residents and those in its nearby communities.
Our approach to dentures allows us to handle your implant placement and restoration needs under one roof. We can also provide you with comprehensive pretreatment options ranging from bone grafts to sinus lifts to help prepare your smile for fixed dentures. Reach out to us today to schedule your next appointment and learn more about how our services can benefit your oral health!
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Are Fixed Dentures Right for My Smile?
Many patients are familiar and comfortable with how traditional dentures look and feel. Fixed dentures are like traditional dentures in that they have artificial teeth and a pink acrylic base made to match the appearance of your natural gums. However, fixed dentures are secured by surgically placed dental implant posts. The result is permanent false teeth that are easy to care for at home and can potentially last decades of use. An additional benefit of fixed dentures is that your implant posts stimulate your jawbone and help provide protection against bone loss.
Our Comprehensive Approach to Fixed Dentures
When you visit our office for your appointment, Dr. Mishra and his dental team will outline what you can expect during the fixed denture process. We'll start by conducting a comprehensive oral exam using x-ray technology. Even though you may be missing your natural teeth, it's still crucial that your jawbone and gums are healthy enough to facilitate a safe procedure.
As soon as Dr. Mishra gives you the green light, we'll surgically place your dental implant posts to secure your dentures in place. Our office uses state-of-the-art computer-guided surgery technology to reduce the overall impact on your smile. You'll then be provided healing-safe dentures as your gums and bone fuse with your new posts. Once they're healed, we'll bring you back to take various impressions of your smile's arches to craft your permanent dentures. Finally, when your dentures are ready, our team will place them and show you how to clean and care for them, which will not be that different from traditional dentures.
Handling Your Various Pretreatment Needs
To help improve the overall success of our Merced fixed dentures, our dentist may determine that it's necessary for you to undergo one or multiple pretreatment procedures before we can place your dentures. You can breathe easy knowing that we perform all our services in our dental practice to help lessen the impact on your schedule. Our quality pretreatment offerings include:
- Extractions: One of our dental office's primary goals is to save your natural teeth whenever possible. However, if you have one or multiple teeth that have been severely decayed or damaged, it may be in your best interests to extract them. Our dental staff will extract the affected tooth and help ensure the area properly heals to make room for your fixed dentures.
- Bone Grafts: The success of your dental implants highly depends on the overall health of your jawbones. If you don't have healthy enough bone, your dental implants can't fuse successfully and can become unstable over time. A bone graft is a surgical procedure that improves the density and volume of your jaw's bones to help ensure successful fixed denture placement and facilitate a secure hold.
- Sinus Lifts: A sinus lift is a unique procedure that's aimed at reinforcing the bone of your upper jaws. The procedure places bone in the area between your upper sinuses, providing more space for the implant posts. Our dentist will then adjust your sinus membrane upward to make room for your additional bone.
- Gum Disease Treatment: An important factor in successful dental implant placement is healthy gums. When your gums have been affected by gum disease, it can make them unstable and lead to complications with your fixed dentures. Our dental practice is proud to provide time-tested gum disease treatment to help prepare your smile for dental implant posts.
Dependable Merced Permanent Dentures
If you're looking for an excellent full-mouth replacement option, fixed dentures may be perfect for your smile. They pair the comfort of traditional dentures with the permanence of dental implants. At the office of Ranu M. Mishra, DDS, we'll take the stress and uncertainty out of the entire process by handling your placement, restoration, and pretreatment needs. Contact us today to book your next appointment and get the Merced fixed dentures you deserve!
CALL US: (209) 383-9222 REQUEST APPOINTMENT
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