Dentures in San Rafael, Novato
Marin County
At Kantor Dental, located in beautiful San Rafael, we are dedicated to providing you with top-notch dental care tailored to meet your individual needs. Dr. Kantor and our skilled team offer a range of denture services designed to ensure your oral health and enhance your smile. Discover how we can help you achieve and maintain optimal dental health.
Our Denture Services
Immediate Dentures: If you need to replace missing teeth quickly, immediate dentures offer a fast solution. These dentures are crafted to fit your mouth right away, so you don’t have to go without teeth while waiting for your final dentures. Dr. Kantor ensures a comfortable and natural-looking result.
Implant-Retained Dentures: For a secure and stable denture solution, consider implant-retained dentures. These dentures are anchored by dental implants, providing superior comfort and functionality. They eliminate the need for messy adhesives and offer a more natural feel.
Partial Dentures: Custom-made partial dentures are designed to fill gaps left by missing teeth while preserving the health of your remaining natural teeth. We create partial dentures that blend seamlessly with your existing teeth for a natural appearance and comfortable fit.
Rebase & Repairs: If your current dentures are uncomfortable or damaged, our rebase and repair services can restore their fit and function. We address issues like looseness or wear to ensure your dentures continue to perform optimally.
Soft Liners: For those with sensitive gums, soft liners can make a significant difference. These liners provide a cushioned layer between your denture and gums, enhancing comfort and reducing irritation.
Denture Care
Daily Cleaning: Maintaining good oral hygiene is crucial for your dentures. Clean your dentures daily with a non-abrasive cleanser and a soft brush to remove food particles and plaque. Avoid using regular toothpaste, as it can be too harsh.
Proper Storage: When not in use, store your dentures in a container filled with water or a denture-soaking solution to prevent them from drying out and losing their shape. This also helps prevent bacteria growth.
Handling and Adjustments: Handle your dentures carefully to avoid breaking them. If your dentures feel uncomfortable or do not fit properly, contact us for an adjustment. Well-fitting dentures are essential for your comfort and oral health.
Exams & Maintenance
Regular Check-ups: Regular dental exams are vital to ensure the health of your dentures and oral tissues. Dr. Kantor will assess the fit of your dentures, check for any signs of wear or irritation, and make recommendations to keep your smile in top condition.
Denture Maintenance: Routine care is key to extending the lifespan of your dentures. Follow Dr. Kantor’s advice on cleaning, handling, and storing your dentures, and schedule regular maintenance visits to address any issues before they become problems.
Professional Cleanings: Professional cleanings help remove stubborn stains and plaque that at-home cleaning might miss. Regular visits to Kantor Dental ensure your dentures and oral tissues remain healthy and free from complications.
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Q: I need dentures. Where do I start?
Start your denture journey by scheduling an appointment with us. We are specialists in restoration and replacement teeth, including dentures. We will work with you to determine if dentures are the best option for you.
Q: What types of dentures are there?
Complete dentures replace all of your teeth and rest on your gums, covering your jawbones. We can attach these prosthetics to dental implants to improve stability. Partial dentures are an option for those who need to replace some but not all of their teeth. These dentures attach to existing teeth while covering and resting on the gums and bone where teeth are missing.
Q: What is the average cost of dentures?
Factors that affect the cost of dentures at our practice include the type of denture you require and the complexity of your case. We recommend you come in for a consultation at which time we can access your situation and present all costs upfront. We offer a variety of financing options to ensure you get the care you need.
Q: How do I care for my dentures?
Since dentures can not be whitened, take care to minimize the chances of staining by cleaning your dentures every day with a soft toothbrush and non-abrasive soap or denture paste. Do not use normal toothpaste, because it often contains materials that can damage the plastic. After cleaning your dentures properly, soak them in water-based cleaning solution each night. If you damage your dentures, make an appointment to come in and see us immediately. Do not attempt to fix them on their own. They may require a simple reline that only professionals have the means to perform. They may no longer fit properly because your jaw has changed shape.
Q: an I sleep in my dentures?
Yes, but we recommend you remove them at night to give your gums and bone a break from the pressure they experience all day. If you need to wear them at night, find another time during the day to remove and clean them. You shouldn’t wear your dentures for more than 24 hours at a time without giving them the proper care and cleaning.
Q: Can I eat normally with dentures?
Yes, but it takes time to get used to eating with dentures. If you’re having trouble eating comfortably with them, apply a very small amount of adhesive to stabilize them and hold them in place. While eating with dentures can be learned, chewing gum with dentures usually can’t. Gum often sticks to dentures and can break the seal, causing them to loosen.
Q: How much pain is involved with getting dentures?
Dentures should cause you no pain. It’s not uncommon, however, to experience some irritation as you get used to a new pair. If you’ve had extractions, those areas of may be painful as they heal. But after a few weeks, that pain will subside. Come into our office for regular visits to ensure your dentures fit and your healing has progressed.
Q: How do you know when it’s time to reline dentures?
If you’re dentures don’t fit, it’s time for a reline. This procedure refits the base of the denture so that it fits comfortably on your jaw. We recommend you do not use over-the-counter reline kits, but come into our office to have them fixed professionally.
Q; What are permanent dentures?
Permanent dentures are false teeth that are retained by screws, or dental implants, that we place in your jaw. Implant retained dentures can be removed by professionals only. And they do have the potential to wear down, break, and become stained.
Q: Is it possible to have dentures put in the same day as teeth removal?
Yes, extracting teeth and placing a denture in the same day is a procedure we perform in our office called immediate dentures.
Q; Is it possible to perfectly color match my partial denture to my remaining natural teeth?
Yes. We are highly trained in color matching and can easily match a new denture to your remaining teeth. We recommend having new partial dentures made rather than recoloring old ones to match your teeth because the cost of each is the same.
Q: What do I do if my dentures feel very heavy and it is difficult to close my mouth?
If you had your teeth extracted and a denture placed all in one visit, and your new denture feels heavy, come in for a visit so we can make sure the denture fits as you continue to move through the healing period. But it is also possible that your dentures feel heavy because you’re just not used to wearing them. Give yourself several weeks to acclimate, and if they still remain heavy, schedule an appointment to come in so we can check them out. We want to do everything we can to ensure your denture experience is a success.