The absence of teeth can profoundly affect your everyday activities, making it difficult to eat your favorite foods, converse clearly, and diminishing your confidence in social scenarios. At NextGen Dental & Orthodontics, we offer meticulously designed custom dentures that revive both the functionality and beauty of your smile in Wheeling, Illinois. Our goal is to provide you with a high-quality, comfortable prosthetic that feels completely natural and allows you to live your life without hesitation.
Modern dentures have undergone extraordinary advancements, moving far beyond the bulky, uncomfortable appliances of the past. Depending on your specific degree of tooth loss, our experts will recommend the most effective prosthetic solution for your anatomy. If you are missing an entire arch of teeth, full (complete) dentures are expertly crafted to rest comfortably on your gums, restoring your entire smile and supporting your facial muscles. If you still retain some healthy natural teeth, a partial denture is designed to seamlessly fill the gaps, using discreet clasps to anchor onto your existing teeth and prevent them from shifting. For patients seeking the ultimate level of security without messy adhesives, we also offer implant-supported dentures (overdentures), which snap securely onto strategically placed dental implants for a permanent, rock-solid bite that feels incredibly close to your natural teeth.
Restored Chewing Power
Enhanced Speech Clarity
Facial Structure Support
Even with the most meticulously crafted and perfectly fitted dentures, you may notice that their fit naturally changes over the years. This happens due to a biological process known as bone resorption. When natural tooth roots are missing, the underlying jawbone lacks the daily chewing stimulation required to maintain its volume, causing the gum ridge to gradually shrink and change shape over time. As your jawbone naturally recedes, dentures that once fit incredibly snugly may begin to feel loose, slip when you speak, or create uncomfortable sore spots on your gums. To resolve this without replacing the entire prosthetic, our clinic offers professional denture relining. During a reline, we add a new, custom layer of high-quality acrylic to the tissue-fitting side of your existing denture, precisely reshaping it to match the current contours of your gums. This simple, cost-effective maintenance procedure restores a tight, secure, and comfortable fit, extending the life of your dentures and ensuring you can continue to eat and smile with total confidence.
Achieving your ideal dentures requires precision, artistry, and an exceptional eye for detail. Here is what you can expect during your journey at our Wheeling office:
Your journey begins with a thorough examination of your gums and remaining teeth. We take highly accurate measurements and detailed impressions of your mouth to ensure the final prosthetic will fit your unique jaw structure perfectly.
We collaborate closely with proficient dental laboratory technicians who use high-grade, durable acrylics and lifelike composite materials to craft your tailored prosthetics. We carefully select the tooth shade, size, and shape to seamlessly align with your facial contours and accentuate your inherent features.
Once your dentures are ready, you will return for a fitting session. We will meticulously fine-tune the bite and form, making necessary micro-adjustments to the acrylic base until you are completely satisfied with both the aesthetic appeal and your physical comfort.
Our compassionate team is ready to guide you through the process of restoring your dental function and aesthetics.
Fill out the form below or call us at (847) 947-2651 to schedule your denture consultation today.
The entire custom fabrication process generally spans four to six weeks. This timeline involves multiple short visits to take accurate impressions, try on wax models, and confirm a flawless fit, comfort, and lifelike appearance before the final delivery.
When you first receive your new dentures, it is perfectly normal to experience a short learning curve. In the beginning, you might need to steer clear of particularly hard, tough, or sticky foods. We recommend starting with softer foods cut into small pieces. The majority of patients acclimate within a few weeks and are able to eat comfortably once again.
It is essential to clean your dentures daily with a soft-bristled brush and a specialized non-abrasive denture cleaner. You must also remove and soak them in water or a mild denture-soaking solution overnight to keep the acrylic from drying out and warping. Always treat them delicately over a folded towel or sink of water to avoid breakage if dropped.
Yes. If your denture cracks, chips, or a tooth becomes loose, do not try to fix it yourself with household glues. Bring it to our office. Many minor denture repairs and relines can be handled promptly within our office; however, intricate fractures may necessitate sending the prosthetic back to the lab for professional repair.
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