When the majority of your teeth are loose or painful, generally caused by bone loss due to advanced periodontal disease, saving them may not be an option. Removing your teeth and replacing them with a denture may be the only option in eliminating the infection and restoring the health of your teeth.

To begin, Dr. Shimizu will first take impressions of your mouth. From these impressions, precise working models of your mouth are made and it is from these models that the dentures are created. with that, He will work with you to select the best color and shape for your new teeth.

When your denture is ready to be placed in your mouth, Dr.Shimizu will extract your remaining teeth, during which time, you will be thoroughly numbed and sedated and you should feel no pain whatsoever. As soon as your teeth are out, your denture will immediately be placed in your mouth.

A very significant innovation with regard to full dentures is the use of dental implants to aid in the retention and stabilization of the lower denture. While the upper denture is held in place by the "suction cup" effect of the palate, the lower denture often "floats" over the arch because of flat ridges and easy dislodgement by the tongue and lips. A common complaint is, "I can't chew my food", or worse, "I get embarrassed because my denture falls out when I'm talking to my friends". Dental implants attached to small posts can anchor the lower denture to the ridges so there is no movement, and the denture feels totally secure. The end result is you regain your confidence in your ability to chew efficiently and speak naturally.

A lower partial denture is often a good method for replacing some of your missing teeth. When remaining teeth are saved and a partial denture installed, you will chew better and have a healthier mouth. By filling in the spaces, a lower partial denture stops neighboring teeth from shifting. When missing teeth aren't replaced, this can set off a chain reaction that can result in cavities and periodontal disease.

A partial denture also helps to balance your bite which results in better chewing and a healthier jaw joint. Partials also add support to the cheeks and lips which is necessary for clear speaking and good facial structure.