Dentures
Multiple missing teeth can negatively impact your daily diet, causing nutritional issues and long-term health problems. At the same time, it can also make your cheeks look hollow and your mouth look sunken. Those missing multiple teeth in a row may want to consider dentures for both overall wellness and cosmetic purposes. Depending on the amount of teeth missing, Dr. Ho may suggest partial or full dentures. During your consultation, Dr. Ho will assess and discuss with you all your options, and help you to choose what would be best for you.
Partial
Partial dentures are ideal for those who are missing from one tooth to a few teeth in a row. The denture will latch onto the remaining teeth, and replace the teeth at the missing area. Even if you only have one tooth on your dental arch, a partial denture may still work best, since the remaining tooth serves as a natural anchor.
Complete
When your dental arch no longer has any teeth, a complete denture is the optimal solution. You can choose the traditional kind that sits on the gum area or choose to have dentures that are anchored by dental implants. The latter option has the best hold, but involves surgery. Dr. Ho can discuss all the details with you to help you make an informed decision.