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Anxiety-free dentures with mini-implants from Central Leeds dentist

Monday, December 14th, 2009

For patients who are denture wearers, the fear of your dentures falling out at inopportune moments can be a real source of worry and anxiety. Many denture wearers resort to wearing sticky and messy dental adhesive strips and gels for that added feeling of security. There is an alternative that can put your mind at rest and involves no unnecessary fuss or adhesives. Mini-dental implants are a series of small screws anchored into the jawbone to which dentures can be snapped on and off.

Like normal dental implants, the screws are usually made from titanium or other strong metal non-harmful to the human body. They are drilled into place in the jawbone before being left for several weeks to allow the bone and tissue to fuse to the screws in a process called osseointergration. The implants will have a set of clips attached to them, which will be used to fasten them to the dentures. Small wells and clips will be fitted to the dentures so that they can clip on securely to the implants. These wells can be fitted to your existing set of dentures to reduce cost. The dentures can then be simply clipped on and off to the implants safely and securely and with no limits on what you can eat. For the first time ever dentures will actually feel like real teeth.

Unlike the larger normal implants, there are few factors that limit the fitting of mini-implants. For example, it is not necessary to have a very strong jawbone for mini-implants, which is essential for the full sized variety. This means that mini-implants are perfectly suited to older patients.

If you are always worrying about your loose dentures and you want a life free of the anxiety, make an appointment to see a Central Leeds dentist and ask about the benefits of mini-implants.

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Dentures from Central Leeds dentist replace missing teeth

Thursday, November 19th, 2009

The stigma that has been attached to wearing dentures over the years is gradually disappearing. As they become better manufactured and more lifelike, many denture wearers now go through life without anybody ever knowing they are wearing them.

There are several reasons why someone may have lost some or all of their teeth. It may be the result or periodontal disease or it could be due to a head trauma from a sporting injury. Either way it can be a very painful and embarrassing situation. Apart form being a source of embarrassment, missing teeth can also have a negative physiological impact. Because teeth act as rigid supports for facial muscles, if they are missing the muscles tend to sag which leaves the patient with a sunken looking appearance. This can have the effect of making the patient look much older than they are and is difficult to reverse once the muscle has been sagging for too long.

It is therefore very important to replace missing teeth as soon as possible, both for the self-confidence of the patient and for the maintenance of their profile. The most obvious artificial replacement is a denture or partial denture. Modern dentures are made form acrylic resins and appear far more realistic than the dentures of the past.
Dentures should be held in place by suction alone, but often if they do not fit correctly they can fall out. This means that many patients use dental adhesives to secure their dentures. This may make the feel more secure but they are also an unnecessary fuss and mess. More and more patients are opting for mini-implants to secure dentures. These are mini screws that are anchored to the jawbone. Dentures are then able to clip on and off to these screws providing a great deal of security for the patient, which can in turn increase the confidence of the patient in their dentures.

Modern dentures are fairly resistant to staining and wear. If they are properly looked after they can last for many years. This involves brushing them twice a day like natural teeth and removing them to soak at night. Patients who wear dentures are advised to make regular visits to the dentist. This is because dentures can cause painful erosion of the gums. This can also affect the way the dentures fit in the mouth. Regular dental check ups with a Central Leeds dentist can help dentures to feel more comfortable in the mouth.

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Dentures from Central Leeds dentist replace missing teeth

Sunday, November 8th, 2009

The stigma that has been attached to wearing dentures over the years is gradually disappearing. As they become better manufactured and more lifelike, many denture wearers now go through life without anybody ever knowing they are wearing them.

There are several reasons why someone may have lost some or all of their teeth. It may be the result or periodontal disease or it could be due to a head trauma from a sporting injury. Either way it can be a very painful and embarrassing situation. Apart form being a source of embarrassment, missing teeth can also have a negative physiological impact. Because teeth act as rigid supports for facial muscles, if they are missing the muscles tend to sag which leaves the patient with a sunken looking appearance. This can have the effect of making the patient look much older than they are and is difficult to reverse once the muscle has been sagging for too long.

It is therefore very important to replace missing teeth as soon as possible, both for the self-confidence of the patient and for the maintenance of their profile. The most obvious artificial replacement is a denture or partial denture. Modern dentures are made form acrylic resins and appear far more realistic than the dentures of the past.
Dentures should be held in place by suction alone, but often if they do not fit correctly they can fall out. This means that many patients use dental adhesives to secure their dentures. This may make the feel more secure but they are also an unnecessary fuss and mess. More and more patients are opting for mini-implants to secure dentures. These are mini screws that are anchored to the jawbone. Dentures are then able to clip on and off to these screws providing a great deal of security for the patient, which can in turn increase the confidence of the patient in their dentures.

Modern dentures are fairly resistant to staining and wear. If they are properly looked after they can last for many years. This involves brushing them twice a day like natural teeth and removing them to soak at night. Patients who wear dentures are advised to make regular visits to the dentist. This is because dentures can cause painful erosion of the gums. This can also affect the way the dentures fit in the mouth. Regular dental check ups with a Central Leeds dentist can help dentures to feel more comfortable in the mouth.

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City of Leeds dentist restores smile with dentures

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009

It can be very embarrassing for people who have lost some or all of their teeth but there is a solution. A denture, or partial denture, is a set of artificial teeth that fit around the gums giving the appearance of a full and healthy set. There are many reasons why people have lost their teeth. Tooth decay and gum disease are usually the main cause, but other patients lose teeth in car accidents and other incidents that involve head trauma.

It is very important to replace missing teeth, even if it is only one or two, because teeth act as rigid supports for facial muscles. When teeth are missing, the facials muscles begin to sag, giving a sunken expression. Existing teeth begin to lean into spaces caused by missing teeth, which can have adverse effects on bite and profile which is difficult to reverse.

A set of dentures will not only restore the cosmetic appearance of healthy teeth but will also prevent any unwanted alteration to facial structure. Modern dentures are far superior to the dentures of the past in terms of strength and appearance. They are currently made from acrylic resin, but further advances in technology have seen the recent introduction of Valplast flexible dentures.

Dentures are often associated with the stigma of adhesive and the embarrassment of them falling out at inopportune moments. Although some patients like to use adhesive for extra security, a good pair of dentures will be perfectly secure with only natural suction alone. If your dentures are falling out they may be too big and need adjustment. Likewise, dentures that cause irritation to the gums are likely to be too small.

Dentures can be a perfectly acceptable substitute for natural teeth if measured and fitted correctly. If kept clean, like real teeth, they will last a long time. Dentures can be cleaned with regular toothbrushes and should be left out over night in water to allow the gums a chance to recover. A City of Leeds dentist will be able to measure and fit a lifelike set of dentures that can restore your smile and prevent missing teeth causing you any further embarrassment.

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Bring back your smile with a set of dentures from a Leeds dentist

Saturday, October 3rd, 2009

Dentures are a dental solution for patients who have no remaining teeth, or patients who have several teeth missing, when a partial denture may be used. There are a number of reasons why patients may have lost their teeth. It may be the result of periodontal disease, tooth decay or even some kind of trauma to the head. When some, or all teeth, are missing it is very important to replace them as it can result in a sagging facial appearance which can make you appear older because teeth act as rigid supports for facial muscles.

The loss of teeth can also have a big impact on your self-confidence and make you reluctant to smile or make eye contact. A set of dentures acts as a removable replacement for teeth. They are specially designed to look and feel like your own. Today’s dentures are vastly better than the ill fitting and fake looking sets of the past, and will look and feel natural and comfortable.

Modern dentures are usually made from acrylic resins, but with the continued advancement in dental technology a whole new range of materials is being used. Ask a Leeds dentist about the very latest Valplast flexible cosmetic dentures.

A pair of well-constructed and accurately fitting dentures should be secured in place by suction and fit alone but occasionally an adhesive is necessary to secure them. Other people just feel more confident knowing their dentures are secured, but adhesive gels and strips can be messy and make the eating of certain foods very difficult. More and more patients are opting for dentures that are secured with dental implants for a more permanent hold that can provide extra confidence when wearing dentures.

Dentures will last a long time if they are properly cared for and kept clean. They should generally be removed at night to allow the gums a rest and always cleaned thoroughly before you put them back into your mouth. A Leeds dentist will also be able to professionally clean your dentures should they begin to become stained or harder to clean with a normal brush. It is also important to have your dentures measured for size regularly as poorly fitting dentures can cause gum irritation and erosion.

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Bring back your smile with a set of dentures from a Leeds dentist

Wednesday, September 16th, 2009

Dentures are a dental solution for patients who have no remaining teeth, or patients who have several teeth missing, when a partial denture may be used. There are a number of reasons why patients may have lost their teeth. It may be the result of periodontal disease, tooth decay or even some kind of trauma to the head. When some, or all teeth, are missing it is very important to replace them as it can result in a sagging facial appearance which can make you appear older because teeth act as rigid supports for facial muscles.

The loss of teeth can also have a big impact on your self-confidence and make you reluctant to smile or make eye contact. A set of dentures acts as a removable replacement for teeth. They are specially designed to look and feel like your own. Today’s dentures are vastly better than the ill fitting and fake looking sets of the past, and will look and feel natural and comfortable.

Modern dentures are usually made from acrylic resins, but with the continued advancement in dental technology a whole new range of materials is being used. Ask a Leeds dentist about the very latest Valplast flexible cosmetic dentures.

A pair of well-constructed and accurately fitting dentures should be secured in place by suction and fit alone but occasionally an adhesive is necessary to secure them. Other people just feel more confident knowing their dentures are secured, but adhesive gels and strips can be messy and make the eating of certain foods very difficult. More and more patients are opting for dentures that are secured with dental implants for a more permanent hold that can provide extra confidence when wearing dentures.

Dentures will last a long time if they are properly cared for and kept clean. They should generally be removed at night to allow the gums a rest and always cleaned thoroughly before you put them back into your mouth. A Leeds dentist will also be able to professionally clean your dentures should they begin to become stained or harder to clean with a normal brush. It is also important to have your dentures measured for size regularly as poorly fitting dentures can cause gum irritation and erosion.

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Central Leeds dentist replaces missing tooth with dental bridge

Sunday, September 13th, 2009

When a tooth is missing because it has decayed or has been knocked out in an accident, it leaves a space in the tooth line. This space can be detrimental to remaining teeth and oral hygiene as a whole. Existing teeth tend to lean into the space created by the missing tooth. It can also cause sagging of the facial tissue, specifically if there is more than one tooth missing.

One of the options to replace a missing tooth is to have a dental bridge fitted by a dentist. A dental bridge is an artificial tooth, or teeth, that is anchored onto the existing teeth either side of the gap. The artificial tooth, known as the pontic from the Latin word ‘bridge’, is fused between two crowns which bridges the gap of the missing tooth, creating the appearance of a full set of teeth.

Dental bridges therefore serve the cosmetic purpose of recreating a full set of teeth, but also have further cosmetic advantages as mentioned above. A bridge can also help maintain a healthy looking profile and prevent alterations in bite, which can cause irritation. Gaps left by missing teeth are also breeding grounds for bacteria which cause gum disease and tooth decay. Food particles can accumulate there and break down. Bacteria feed on these particles and form plaque, a substance which covers the teeth causing cavities. A dental bridge will fill this hole and prevent this build up, keeping your teeth and mouth healthy.

There are three main types of dental bridge that can be used depending on the individual situation of the patient. The most commonly used is the traditional fixed bridge. This (as described above) is when a ceramic pontic is secured by two crowns on either side of the gap. Resin bonded bridges are bridges fused to existing teeth by strips of metal. This type of bridge is used when the existing teeth are in a healthy and strong condition and don’t require crowns. Lastly, the cantilever bridge is used when there are only existing teeth on one side of the gap. Two or more crowns will then be needed to secure a dental bridge.

A dental bridge will usually require several visits to the dentist to fit, as any crowns or resin bonding will need to set before the bridge can be attached to it. Central Leeds dentists can advise you on whether a dental crown is suitable for you and give an idea as to prices. If a dental bridge is suitable for you it can literally bring the smile back to your face and if looked after correctly can last up to seven years. call 0113 245 4868 for a consultation with Dr Gakhal.

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Stabilize loose dentures with mini implants

Wednesday, December 31st, 2008

Patients out there who have loose or unstable lower or upper dentures can now have them stabilized with mini implants. In one visit the problem of those ill fitting dentures can be fixed with just a few small implants placed in the upper or lower jaw. The best thing is the price, with mini implants being a fraction of the cost of traditional implants. So if you are in the leeds, Bradford, Dewsbury, Wakefield areas and would like to discuss mini implants why not contact us for a FREE consultation.

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dental implants the perfect solution for missing teeth

Friday, November 21st, 2008

Recently we had an interesting case where a young lady from Harrogate attended to see us complaining of not being able to smile on photographs due to the ugly gap in her smile. We found the perfect solution for her, dental implants! Dental implants are a fixed solution to missing teeth. Within a couple of appointments with our experienced dentists we had restored her confidence and she is now smiling again in photographs. If you are from Harrogate, or the surrounding areas and are interested to know more about dental implants why not call our helpful team on 01132454868 or email us with your questions at info@citydentalleeds.com.

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