At Dogwood Dental Spa, our team hears plenty of misconceptions about dentures: Dentures look fake. Dentures are uncomfortable. Dentures have a minimum age requirement.
Dr. Melissa Amos, DMD, is an expert in the dental field, with over 20 years of experience and a family legacy in dentistry, and she believes every patient deserves the truth about reconstructive dental options, including dentures in Waxhaw.
Myth #1: “Dentures look fake and unnatural.”
Fact: You never notice well-done dentures.
In 2020, 40.99 million Americans reported having either full or partial dentures. You’ve likely seen dentures before, but only noticed poorly done dentures.
At Dogwood Dental Spa, dentures are both a restorative and cosmetic dentistry procedure. Dr. Amos crafts custom dentures, starting with dental impressions to make an exact model of your teeth and gums.
A special dental lab creates the dentures before sending the custom appliance back to Dogwood.
During a second appointment, our Dr. Amos helps you try on your dentures to confirm they fit.
Myth #2: “Dentures are only for older patients.”
Fact: Dentures replace missing teeth in clients of all ages.
Tooth loss can occur at any age due to injury, genetics, or disease, and missing teeth negatively impact a patient’s ability to speak or chew. Full and partial dentures replace these missing teeth, boosting long-term oral health and restoring the ability to smile with confidence. Don’t wait until you’re “old enough” to get the dental assistance you need.
Your Dogwood Dental Spa provider explores every reconstructive option, including dental bridges, implants, dental crowns, and dental sealants. However, dentures may be the best option. We try to retain as many natural teeth as possible, and may opt for partial dentures rather than a full set.
Myth #3: “You’ll never need to see the dentist again!”
Fact: Dentures still require yearly check-ups.
We recommend yearly maintenance appointments for all teeth—natural or artificial.
Once a year, we invite our patients to visit the Dogwood Dental Spa office so we can check the quality and fit of their dentures. We examine the soft tissue around the dentures, look for bone loss that can cause sunken cheeks, and ensure the appliance still fits correctly.
If your denture shifts, wobbles, or slips out of place during speaking or chewing, we may need to realign your dental appliance.
The average lifespan of dentures in Waxhaw is 7 to 10 years. Eventually, your dental appliance will need to be replaced to maintain a comfortable smile.
Discover the Truth About Dentures
Deciding if dentures in Waxhaw are right for you can be a difficult process. At Dogwood Dental Spa, we’re redefining the dental experience. Our welcoming, spa-like atmosphere is the perfect place to decide the next step in your dental journey with personalized and compassionate care.
Not sure if dentures are right for you? Use our virtual consultation tool to discover a full-body restorative and aesthetic strategy featuring treatments from Dogwood Dental Spa and Dogwood Face & Body.
