Dentures in Baltimore, MD

Dentures are removable appliances that replace missing teeth, using a gum colored base and artificial teeth custom made to fit your mouth. Whether you need a full denture for an entire arch or a partial denture for a few missing teeth, they are designed to restore both function and appearance.

Dentures are removable appliances that replace missing teeth and are custom made to fit your mouth. According to the American Dental Association, new dentures can feel a little awkward for the first few weeks as your cheek and tongue muscles adjust, and any lasting soreness is worth mentioning to your dentist.

Full dentures replace an entire arch of missing teeth, while partial dentures fill in gaps and rely on your remaining teeth for extra support. Which option is right for you depends on how many healthy natural teeth you still have.

Implant supported dentures anchor to dental implants placed in the jawbone, offering additional stability beyond a traditional removable denture. This option can also help prevent the jawbone deterioration that often follows tooth loss.

Most patients need a few weeks to adjust to wearing dentures, and some mild discomfort during that period is normal. Eating and speaking may feel different at first, but most patients adapt with practice and a few follow up adjustments.

Well fitted dentures are designed to support your facial features, not change them for the worse. Since missing teeth and bone loss can cause the face to look sunken over time, dentures often restore a fuller, more natural appearance.

Dentures should be cleaned with a denture specific cleaner and a soft brush rather than regular toothpaste, which can be too abrasive. Avoid hot water when rinsing them, since it can warp the precise fit your dentist worked to achieve.

The cost of dentures depends on the type you need, whether full, partial, or implant supported, along with any extractions or additional treatment required beforehand. Our team will walk you through a clear estimate during your consultation.

Most patients can eat a wide range of foods with dentures once they are fully adjusted, though some foods may take practice at first. Cutting harder foods into smaller pieces can make chewing easier in the early weeks.

Yes, dentures are custom made with your natural skin tone and facial features in mind, so they blend in rather than stand out. Most patients tell us people simply notice their smile, not their dentures.

Not every patient needs extractions, but if you have remaining teeth that are too damaged to keep, they may need to be removed first. We will let you know during your initial consultation if this applies to you.

Most patients need occasional adjustments in the first few weeks, and dentures themselves typically need replacement or relining every five to ten years. Changes in your jawbone and gum tissue over time are the most common reason for this.

A loose or uncomfortable denture usually means it needs an adjustment, not that something is wrong with you. Let our team know as soon as you notice sore spots or a poor fit so we can correct it quickly.