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Dentures (or artificial teeth / dental
plates) are removable replacements for missing teeth. They
are usually made of acrylic resin and can include additional
metal or porcelain to give them a better structural support.
There are two types, partial or complete, which are both crafted
carefully and custom made for each individual patient.
 The causes of tooth loss are many:
tooth decay or injury, periodontal disease, or other types
of circumstances. Whichever the case, replacing your missing
teeth using dentures can provide the perfect solution and
your health will benefit greatly from it.
Keep in mind that
without the support of your teeth, the muscles of your face
tend to sag, making you look older than you truly are.
Dentures are advantageous since they
provide a complete and natural look, mixing in with your other
teeth perfectly or giving you a whole new smile. They can
also improve your chewing ability and speech.
Versión Español: Dentaduras
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Whenever it comes to cosmetic treatment,
you need to keep in mind that no procedure will ever provide
an ‘ideal’ aspect. The aim of cosmetic
dental treatment is to achieve an improvement, to enhance your
facial appearance. This can help you boost your self-confidence
and make you feel better about yourself, while keeping realistic
expectations. This is one of the core values we have here
at BetterLooks; we want our clients to be completely satisfied
with the results of their surgery and to heighten their self-assurance.
A person who has lost all or some
of their teeth is a perfect candidate for this procedure.
Your odontologist will make an initial assessment of your condition
and will provide the best solution for you.
 BetterLooks
offers on of the best teams of dentist in the industry and
we are therefore aware of the different types of needs our
diverse patients have. But no matter what you are looking
for, we will provide you with the best service and aid you
in every possible way in your pursuit to enhance your appearance.
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Before any type of procedure is
performed, patients at BetterLooks are required to have a
detailed discussion with their dentist.
By doing so, both parties have the opportunity to contribute
in the whole process and to increase the client's level of
satisfaction. The patient must discuss his/her expectations
openly with their doctor, who will help determine what isn't
or what is possible to accomplish. All the different aspects
of the surgery you are willing to undertake (the cost and
recovery process) must be extremely clear to you.
 You will need to inform your odontologist
of any allergies you might be prone to or if you have any
serious medical conditions. Make sure to ask your doctor concerning
the diverse details that the surgery entails. For example,
you should know if you should stop taking certain medications
(eg: aspirin) or if you will need to refrain from drinking
or eating for a certain time period before your surgery.
When
preparing for your surgery in Costa Rica, Better Looks will
make sure to provide all the best possible services during
your procedure. We will arrange for your transport and will
offer the best commodities
during your recovery. All this can be arranged previously
with our organization. If you have any questions, our surgeons
will be more than happy to help you during your initial discussion.
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The whole treatment can take up
to one month and five separate appointments; it is usually
performed under anesthesia. The process takes place in the
following order:
- If extractions are needed, these are performed and gums
are allowed to heal.
- An impression and wax bite are made so that vertical dimension
and proper jaw position are determined.
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An initial denture is placed to make sure that the proper
fit, shape and color are being used. Once everything all
these factors are satisfactory, the real denture is custom
made.
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Placement of final denture, along with minor adjustments.
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You must keep in mind that even
the best fitting dentures can feel awkward at first. Until
the muscles of your tongue and cheek learn to keep them in
place, your dentures may feel loose. Some patients will feel
discomfort while eating for a few days to a few weeks, therefore,
it is recommended that you start by eating foods which are
easy to chew so that you grow accustomed little by little.
You may also experience an increased salivary flow, minor
speech difficulty, mild soreness and a slight change in facial
appearance.
 Just after the operation, your dentist
will most probably instruct you to keep your dentures in place
all the time, even while you sleep. After your initial adjustment
period, you will be able to remove them before going to bed.
This will allow your gums to rest and improves oral health.
Denture adhesives can aid when it
comes to increasing the retention for well fitting dentures.
However, they are not the solution for poorly fitting dentures
which cause irritation over a long period of time. For these
cases, it is recommended that you visit your doctor again
so that a reline of your dentures may be performed.
You
will need to handle your denture with care, since they are
very fragile. You will need to remove and brush them everyday,
preferably using a specially designed brush for dentures and
denture cleanser or toothpaste. Do not use abrasive cleansers
or toothpastes, since these can scratch the surface of your
dentures. With partial dentures, you will need to remove them
before you brush your teeth. When they are not in use, dentures
should be placed in water or in a cleanser solution.
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As with any type of cosmetic
surgery, complications are unusual, but they sometimes
do happen. However, they are usually minor and can be reduced
by precisely following your doctor’s directions before
and after the procedure.
Make sure to ask your Better Looks
dentist concerning any risks you might have to face when undertaking
this surgery. However, you must keep in mind that our certified
group of doctors works full-time to prevent such scenarios
from happening, since we value the health of our patients
above anything else.
In order to keep the risks at a
bare minimum, please make sure that you follow your surgeons
instructions at all times.
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The
information given in this website should be considered as
an introduction to a denture process. Before deciding on submitting
yourself to the procedure described above, we highly recommend
you contact BetterLooks directly, so we can answer any specific
question you might have.
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