5 Commonly Asked Questions about Dentures 

We’re far from the days of bulky, fake-looking teeth—this isn’t the 1980s anymore. Today’s dentures blend art and science, crafted with cutting-edge techniques and life-like materials that closely mimic your natural dentition. 

Although they’re called “false teeth,” modern dentures are designed to look anything but fake. When artistically placed, they blend so seamlessly with your facial features that most people won’t realize you have dentures.

Upper dentures generally fit better than lower dentures for several reasons. The roof of the mouth (palate) offers a broad, solid surface to which the upper denture can adhere. This creates better suction and holds the denture in place more easily. Think of it like holding a wet cup upside down on a flat surface—it’s harder to pull up, right?

Unfortunately, lower dentures don’t enjoy suction because there’s no palate in the lower jaw. Additionally, the lower jaw moves more naturally during speaking and chewing, which can cause lower dentures to move. Furthermore, your tongue constantly interacts with the lower denture, pushing against it, which can lead to further instability.

Conventional dentures are an age-old solution for tooth loss, but their instability over time is their biggest drawback. Dr. Ducommun can help you enjoy a better denture experience by securing them with dental implants. Known as implant-supported dentures, these restorations use strategically placed dental implants to anchor your prosthetic teeth securely. The result? Unrivaled stability, comfort, and chewing power.

For anyone struggling with ill-fitting dentures, implant-supported dentures are like having your real teeth back. They look, feel, and function like the natural teeth you just lost.