Whiten Dentures - in Your Local Area
Steven D. Fraker, D.D.S
Appointments: (909) 946-7800
Steven Fraker D.D.S.
Steven D. Fraker, D.D.S
1121 N. Euclid Avenue
Upland, CA 91786
Dr. Steven Fraker, practicing in the Upland, CA area, can provide you with the highest quality dental crowns available, and restore your smile. Using state-of-the-art materials and cutting-edge techniques, Dr. Fraker can make your smile look healthy and natural again.
Second opinions are readily given by Steven Fraker, D.D.S., at his practice in the Upland, CA area. Dr. Fraker wants you to be able to make an informed decision about your oral health needs. Dr. Fraker believes that if a treatment plan is sound, particularly one that is major and/or expensive, it should hold up to scrutiny by other dental professionals.
Would you like a whiter smile right now? In the Upland, CA area, Steven D. Fraker, D.D.S offers in-office tooth whitening for quick results. Dr. Steven Fraker applies a bleaching solution to your teeth which is then accelerated by a high-intensity light. Teeth can often be whitening in one or two one-hour sessions - perfect if you're looking for a quick and easy way to brighten up your smile.
If you are quite anxious about visiting the dentist, Steven D. Fraker, D.D.S offers pre-medication sedation to help you relax before you arrive for your appointment. Once you've arrived at our Upland area office, the full sedation medication will be administered, and you will wake up to the results you desired - relaxed and with little or no memory of the dental treatment itself.
The friendly, caring staff of Steven D. Fraker, D.D.S in the Upland, California area strive to make you feel comfortable and well-cared for at your dentist appointment. Steven Fraker, D.D.S. is committed to serving you and your family's dental needs, year after year. Come and see what we have to offer in a professional setting where top-notch customer service still matters.
Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
Appointments: (707) 544-6280
Michael Hamblin D.D.S.
Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
1202 Farmers Ln
Santa Rosa, CA 95405
If you're looking for dentures that look great and last, look no further than Family and Cosmetic Dentistry located in the Santa Rosa, CA area. Michael Hamblin, D.D.S. will assess your needs and fit you with durable, comfortable, natural-looking dentures - at a price you can afford.
If you are quite anxious about visiting the dentist, Family and Cosmetic Dentistry offers pre-medication sedation to help you relax before you arrive for your appointment. Once you've arrived at our Santa Rosa area office, the full sedation medication will be administered, and you will wake up to the results you desired - relaxed and with little or no memory of the dental treatment itself.
For a quality porcelain crown in the Santa Rosa, CA area, Dr. Michael Hamblin is known for natural-looking results. At Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, we use quality materials to restore your smile.
Your new tooth colored crown will blend in with the rest of your teeth. Our state-of-the-art techniques will make your smile look healthy and natural again.
Dr. Michael Hamblin is a trusted Santa Rosa area veneers dentist. Our professional team is dedicated to providing you with quality results in a comfortable and pleasant atmosphere.
You won't have to feel embarrassed any longer by crooked, chipped or discolored teeth. With your new dental veneers, you'll be thrilled to show off your healthy teeth and beautiful smile.
If you suffer from dental anxiety in the Santa Rosa area, Dr. Hamblin can help. We offer several options that can make your dental treatments pleasant and stress-free. Our team at Family and Cosmetic Dentistry is trained to help you feel comfortable. You'll be able to feel relaxed while receiving the friendly, professional oral care you deserve.
Julie Young, D.D.S
Appointments: (415) 924-5300
Julie Young D.D.S.
Julie Young, D.D.S
81 Casa Buena Dr, Suite 6
Corte Madera, CA 94925
If you have unhealthy gums, it's important to seek treatment soon. Your bleeding gums could be warning you of future tooth loss or even the potential for stroke and heart disease. Schedule a periodontal assessment with Corte Madera area gum disease dentist Dr. Julie Young today. It's one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your family.
Julie Young, D.D.S is a trusted Corte Madera area dental implants practice providing natural-looking, comfortable tooth replacement. We make it our mission to use a gentle touch during the process.
We hold ourselves to the highest standards to replace missing teeth and provide you with natural-looking results. Our goal is to restore your confidence and your bright, healthy smile.
Would you like your smile to be a bit brighter than it is right now? We can make it happen at Julie Young, D.D.S, with professional tooth whitening for brighter natural looking teeth. Dr. Julie Young's Corte Madera, CA area office can effectively lighten your stained or discolored tooth enamel. Whiter teeth not only look great, they improve your self-confidence.
If you need gum disease treatment, Corte Madera area gum disease dentist, Dr. Young offers extensive experience. Unhealthy gums can be a risk factor for more serious health problems if not treated promptly.
Our professional team will assess your situation and create a personalized treatment plan. We're committed to your life-long healthy gums and teeth.
A negative self image can be detrimental to many facets of your life. Corte Madera area dentist Dr. Julie Young understands the positive life-changing power that a healthy and beautiful smile can bring to you. Here at Julie Young, D.D.S, we don't want you to be embarrassed any longer. Why not take your smile - and even your life - to a new level of self-confidence and beauty?
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179 LOWELL ST
MANCHESTER, NH, 3104
(603) 625-5781
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(603) 898-3030
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Learn About Conventional Over-Denture
A conventional over-denture rests over some healthy natural tooth roots. This approach was first reported in 1861. To understand this method, it is necessary to review some facts.
An Overview of Alveolar Ridge Dynamics
- Maintaining a denture on the jawbone ridge (called alveolar ridge) is essential to prevent it from becoming loose during eating, speaking, and other activities.
- Preserving the alveolar ridge facilitates denture stability.
- The body tends to conserve energy and nutrients by maintaining only structures with apparent immediate value. A typical example is the bulk reduction of a broken leg held immobile by a full-leg cast for a month or more.
- The body recognizes that the only one purpose for alveolar bone is to hold tooth roots.
- Alveolar bone no longer supporting a tooth root is removed, or literally dissolved away, by the body. This is called resorption, or simply shrinkage.
- Resorption progresses at varying rates in the same person at different times, and at different rates between different people. Resorption progresses rapidly within the first year of losing a tooth, after which time, the rate progresses at a slower pace.
From this overview, if the maximum amount of alveolar ridge is to be maintained, then preserving the maximum number of periodontally healthy tooth roots should achieve that end.
Preserving the Sensation of Having Teeth
Studies demonstrate that even though only roots are preserved, and a denture covers them, a patient still has sensory input sensations similar to that experienced with teeth, as opposed to individuals with conventional dentures and no preserved roots. Over-denture patients also appear to have a more natural perceived directional sense in their chewing activities. In other words, many patients relate that they still feel like they have teeth -- a positive comment.
Underlying Philosophy of the Conventional Over-Denture
If a patient's treatment plan to have a denture, and the roots of some remaining teeth are supported in healthy alveolar bone, then a conventional over-denture is a viable consideration.
However, only a licensed dentist can determine if a conventional over-denture is a suitable consideration for a certain person, after a comprehensive examination.
Some Characteristics of a Conventional Over-Denture
- Most of a tooth crown (that part of the tooth above the gums) is removed. This often necessitates root canal therapy if not already done.
- The remaining tooth, projecting above the gum, is rounded and usually covered with a similarly shaped artificial crown-like covering.
- Various configurations and extensions may be built onto some retained roots. In those cases, that portion of the denture overlying these configurations is modified to contain attachments that clip onto a framework or receive the individual extensions. In addition to preserving alveolar bone and sensory input, the denture is held securely in place, but may be comfortably and easily removed for cleaning.
Advantages of a Conventional Over-Denture
- Feels more like having teeth
- More retentive in many cases
- Helps reduce shrinkage of surrounding bone
- Reduces pressure to portions of the alveolar ridge
- Positive psychological advantage of still having teeth
Disadvantages of a Conventional Over-Denture
- Scrupulous oral hygiene is essential in order to prevent decay and gum disease
- The over-denture may feel bulkier than a conventional denture
- Frequent maintenance examinations are necessary
- Generally, this is a more expensive approach than a conventional denture
by Joseph J. Massad, D.D.S.
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FAQ Dental Information - Denture and False Teeth
Q. How do you clean your dentures?
A. When cleaning your dentures, you should first rinse away loose food particles thoroughly. Then moisten your toothbrush and apply denture cleanser. Brush every surface, scrubbing gently to avoid damage.
Q. How many times a day does the denture need to be cleaned?
A. The denture needs to be cleaned two to three times daily.
Q. What is good oral hygiene when you have full dentures?
A. In addition to taking care of your dentures, taking care of your mouth also is vital if you wear full dentures. This includes brushing your gums, tongue, and palate every morning with a soft-bristled brush before inserting your dentures. This stimulates your tissues and helps remove plaque.
Q. Do dentures need to be replaced?
A. Dentures will need to be relined, remade, or rebased due to normal wear over a period of time and normal shrinkage of your gums and bones.
Q. What should you do if your dentures crack or break?
A. Call your dentist immediately. Normally, dentures can be repaired quickly, often on the same day. Damaged dentures can cause additional oral health problems, so see your dentist right away. Never attempt to repair dentures yourself. They require professional repair and adjustment.
Q. Why can't you fix dentures that break with glue?
A. Glues often contain harmful chemicals and are not effective in the proper repair of dentures.
Q. What are partial dentures?
A. Partial dentures are dentures that replace only a few missing teeth.
Q. How do you wear a removable partial denture?
A. Removable partial dentures are attached to your natural teeth with metal clasps or devices called precision attachments.
Q. How long will it take to get used to wearing a partial denture?
A. Your partial denture may feel awkward or bulky for the first few weeks, but your mouth will eventually get used to it.
Q. How long should you wear a partial denture?
A. Initially, you may want to wear your partial denture all the time. Your dentist will give you specific instructions on how long it should be worn and when it should be removed. Generally, your mouth tissues need to rest so it is advisable that you take out your partial denture at least 15 minutes per day.
Q. Will the partial denture change the way you speak?
A. Your partial denture may help your speech. It can be difficult to speak clearly when you are missing teeth. However, it also will take time to get used to it.
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