Dentures SHERMAN OAKS
Sherman Oaks Dentures: confidently restore your smile
To restore their smiles and replace lost teeth, more than forty million Americans don dentures. Dentures are a proven, reasonably priced way to restore your confidence and enhance your dental health whether you are missing one tooth or a whole arch.
Using cutting-edge technology and premium materials, Dr. Niki Zarabian, DDS, and her compassionate staff at Sherman Oaks Smile Studio create custom-made dentures. To guarantee every denture is precision-fitted, natural-looking, and designed to last, we work with respected local dental labs.
Contact our pleasant team to arrange a consultation or online booking if you are searching for dentures in Sherman Oaks, California.
Definitions of Dentures
Removable prosthetic devices meant to replace lost teeth and adjacent oral tissues are dentures. They can bring back one tooth, several teeth, or a full row of upper or lower teeth. Made from strong materials like acrylic, resin, and porcelain, dentures look and feel like your real teeth—both functionally and aesthetically.
Comfortable on top of your gums, they help you bite, chew, talk effectively, and grin boldly. Dentures are a dependable and reasonably priced dental restoration choice since, with good maintenance, they can last five to seven years or more.
Kinds of Dentures Sherman Oaks Smile Studio Offers
Every smile is unique, hence Sherman Oaks Smile Studio is aware of this. Dr. Zarabian thus provides numerous kinds of dentures to satisfy the particular dental demands and lifestyle choices of every patient.
1. Partials for Dentures
A partial denture could be the best answer if you just have a few lost teeth. Using a metal or acrylic framework that keeps synthetic teeth in place, partial dentures close in between current healthy teeth. Like a retainer, the frame is fastened using little clasps that attach into your natural teeth.
- Perfect for those with some healthy natural teeth still in place.
- stops movement of the neighboring teeth.
- Removable and simple for cleaning
- Naturalistic architectural style
2. Complete Dentures, or Full Dentures
Full dentures offer a whole replacement if you have lost all of the teeth in either your upper or lower jaw. These comprise a whole arch of synthetic teeth placed onto a pink acrylic or resin substrate mimicking natural gum tissue. Applying dentine adhesive to the base guarantees a close and strong fit.
- Ideal for patients completely without teeth
- Enhances structural integrity and face beauty.
- Supports functions of speech and chewing.
- Removable for simple maintenance and cleaning
3. Dentures Supported by Implants
Implant-supported dentures mix the advantages of dental implants with the flexibility of removable dentures for individuals seeking a more steady, long-term fix. Increased stability and comfort come from these dentures, which are fastened to surgically implanted dental implants in the jawbone.
- Removes shifting and sloppiness.
- Lets you eat more sensibly.
- Strengthens jawbones and stops bone loss.
- Depending on your liking, it can be fixed or removed.
Advantages of Dental Work
Dentures greatly increase your oral function and quality of life, therefore they are not only about looks. Following are some main benefits:
Restored capacity to consume a great range of foods.
better pronunciation and voice.
Increased confidence and self-esteem.
Support of facial muscles to stop sagging
Stopping teeth from moving
Reasonably less expensive than alternative tooth replacement choices
Sherman Oaks Smile Studio's Denture Process
Getting dentures guarantees a pleasant, exact fit by a multi-stage process. At Sherman Oaks Smile Studio, we simplify every action and eliminate tension.
First: Initial Evaluation and Consultation
Your road begins with a thorough consultation with Dr. Niki Zarabian. Her will:
- Review your medical and dental past.
- See digital X-rays or 3D scans.
- Check your bones, gums, and current teeth.
- Share your preferences and objectives.
- Find out which of full, partial, or implant-supported dentures best fit you.
Second: fitting and tweaking
Usually in one to two weeks, your bespoke dentures will be ready; you will then visit the office for a fitting. Mr. Zarabian will:
- Make sure your new teeth firmly and comfortably fit.
- Change anything required for comfort and bite.
- Show you how to correctly insert, remove, clean your dentures.
- Respond to your queries regarding wearing dentures.
- Taking Care of Your Dentures
Third: Lab Work and Views
Digital or physical impressions of your mouth will be taken should dentures be appropriate for you. These are delivered to a collaborating dental laboratory where your bespoke dentures are expertly created. Should a temporary denture be required, you will be given one while the final form is being created.
Why should one choose Sherman Oaks Smile Studio and Dr. Niki Zarabian?
Sherman Oaks Smile Studio combines customized touch with cutting-edge technology. Patients pick us in response to our:
- Compassionate and experienced dental team
- Modern imaging and lab collaborations
- Customized therapy programs for every smile.
- Dedication to comfort and patient teaching
- Flexible payment choices and insurance assistance
We restore your smile, function, and confidence; we do not only replace lost teeth.
FAQ's Frequently Asked Questions
1. Are dentures covered by insurance?
Indeed, most dental insurance policies pay at least some of the expense of dentures—especially full or partial dentures judged medically necessary. Coverage differs so we advise getting help validating your benefits from your provider or our front desk crew. To help all patients afford dentures, we also provide flexible payment schedules.
2. Can I sleep with my dentures in?
Although you can sleep with your teeth in, it’s usually advised that you take them out right before bed. Resting your gums overnight helps avoid discomfort and lets you properly clean and soak, thus extending the lifetime of your teeth and lowering the chance of infection.
3. How do I know if I need dentures?
Dentures could be a good fit if you’re missing numerous teeth, have trouble chewing, get regular toothaches, or feel self-conscious about your smile. To decide the best course of action for you, Dr. Zarabian will do a thorough exam and consultation.
4. What’s the difference between dentures and dental implants?
Dental implants are permanent structures anchored to your jawbone; dentures are detachable prosthetics resting on your gums. A hybrid approach combining the advantages of both—more stability and better function—is offered by implant-supported dentures.
5. Will dentures affect how I speak?
You can temporarily have a small lisp or shift in voice when you initially get your teeth. Your tongue and mouth will change to fit the new form with practice, and your speech will resume normal. Common word practice or reading aloud can assist hasten the adjustment process.
6. Can dentures be repaired if they break or crack?
Indeed, most of the time dentures can be relined or fixed. See our office right away if your teeth break, crack, or feel free-moving. Steer clear of glue and do-it-yourself repairs since these can damage more. For most denture repairs, we deal with reputable local labs that provide rapid turnaround.
7. How often should I visit the dentist if I wear dentures?
Regular dental appointments are vital even if you wear complete dentures. As your mouth naturally changes with time, Dr. Zarabian advises coming at least once a year (or more often if necessary) to check the condition of your gums, guarantee appropriate fit, and modify or reline your dentures.
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