Dentures
Smile Makeover Specialist
In Collierville and Memphis, Tennessee
If you would like to contact Dr. Ettienne van Zyl to ask a question or schedule an appointment visit our convenient contact form.
Dentures are the oldest and cheapest option for replacing missing teeth. They are removable prosthetics, and can be either full or partial on the top, the bottom, or both.
Since missing teeth can lead to damage to other teeth, your gums, and even your jaw, they should be corrected as soon as possible. With missing teeth, your other teeth may drift, your risk of gum disease increases, and many people experience bone loss in the jaw. If you’re missing one or more teeth, please contact a cosmetic dentist as soon as possible.
Dentures are one option to correct missing teeth, and, unlike dental bridges and dental implants, they are removable, which has both advantages and disadvantages. Being able to remove your dentures for cleaning can be helpful to maintaining good oral hygiene, but many people report dentures are uncomfortable and difficult to use in chewing. The only way to properly weigh your options about dental prosthetics is in consultation with your cosmetic dentist, who will weigh your dental and medical factors to make a recommendation.
Dentures are custom-made to fit your mouth. They are very durable, can be very natural-looking, and are relatively easy to care for.
If you’re missing one or more teeth, please contact Dr. van Zyl today. Dentures are just one option, but there are many others available thanks to innovations in dental technology. Missing teeth are a very serious matter – please call today.
