{"id":332,"date":"2023-05-03T18:43:59","date_gmt":"2023-05-03T18:43:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.farmingtonvalleydental.com\/blog\/?p=332"},"modified":"2023-06-09T18:46:21","modified_gmt":"2023-06-09T18:46:21","slug":"why-you-should-absolutely-still-visit-your-dentist-if-you-wear-dentures","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.farmingtonvalleydental.com\/blog\/2023\/05\/03\/why-you-should-absolutely-still-visit-your-dentist-if-you-wear-dentures\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Should Absolutely Still Visit Your Dentist If You Wear Dentures"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.farmingtonvalleydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/image-300x200.png\" alt=\"a closeup of a dentist holding dentures\" class=\"wp-image-333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.farmingtonvalleydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.farmingtonvalleydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/image-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.farmingtonvalleydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/image.png 975w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>When it comes to replacing missing teeth, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.farmingtonvalleydental.com\/dentures.html\">dentures<\/a> are among the most tried and true available solutions. The prosthetics have helped countless generations of patients restore gaps in their smiles and resume eating, speaking, and more with relative ease. However, some patients falsely believe that having full dentures means they\u2019re exempt from attending their routine dental visits. Here\u2019s more about why you should absolutely continue visiting your dentist if you wear dentures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your Dentist Is Skilled at Identifying Oral Health Issues (and Problems with Your Dentures)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re often unable to detect serious underlying problems on your own until they\u2019ve worsened and become quite painful; however, visiting your dentist for routine care allows them to ensure that there\u2019s nothing wrong with your smile\u2014whether it\u2019s natural or the result of dentures!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though dentures can\u2019t get cavities, your gum tissue is still susceptible to problems if you aren\u2019t diligent about oral hygiene, and your other oral structures can still encounter issues. Plaque and tartar can also accumulate on your dentures, dirtying your mouth and spawning additional bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s also worth mentioning that as you age, the tissues in your mouth change which can in turn change how your dentures fit. You\u2019ll likely need to have your restorations adjusted to ensure they continue to fit as intended; these adjustments aren\u2019t something you can do on your own. In fact, it\u2019s not uncommon for a full denture to need refitting every few months, which can conveniently line up with your biannual visits!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You\u2019ll Get the Most Out of Your Restoration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Visiting your dentist regularly after receiving dentures will ensure that they\u2019re set up to last for as long as possible. As soon as they become dirty, damaged, ill-fitting, or compromised in any other way, their lifespan can become significantly shortened\u2014meaning that your smile\u2019s beauty and functionality are at stake! But if you care for your dentures in cooperation with your dentist, you\u2019ll get plenty of mileage out of them; although they will need to be adjusted regularly, they can still grant you 7+ years of excellent use!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The bottom line is that as awesome as dentures are, having them doesn\u2019t mean you can totally skip going to your dental visits. In fact, it becomes more important than ever before, given the importance that falls on keeping your dentures clean and intact. In any case, understanding how they work and what they need to thrive will keep you smiling for many years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The team at Farmington Valley Dental has proudly served patients and families in the Farmington, CT community for several years, offering an excellent level of dental care! Under the leadership of Dr. Thomas G. Peters, they offer several restorative treatment options including dentures to assist those with compromised smiles. If you have any questions about dentures or you need to arrange a visit with Dr. Peters, feel free to contact his practice <a href=\"https:\/\/www.farmingtonvalleydental.com\/contact-us.html\">online<\/a> or over the phone for further information or assistance: <strong>(860) 677-8500.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to replacing missing teeth, dentures are among the most tried and true available solutions. 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