Dentures are an effective, affordable solution to tooth loss. With dentures, you can quickly restore the appearance of your smile and your ability to chew but are they right for you? While false teeth are the first option people with tooth loss think of, there are others, such as dental implants and implant supported dentures. A one-on-one consultation with your periodontist will help you determine whether you prefer dentures in Braintree, MA.

 Ask Your Doctor These Questions about Dentures

  1. Do I have to take them out? You should always remove your dentures when you are sleeping. Your gum tissue needs a break from wearing them. Otherwise, you can get oral thrush and mouth ulcers.
  2. How do I clean them? You can take them out to brush them with a denture cleaner and also soak them in a solution when you remove them at night. Additionally, it is important to continue to softly brush your gums, cheeks, and tongue to ensure that your soft tissue remains healthy and your breath fresh.
  3. Will I be able to eat and talk normally? Changes in speech and your ability to chew are unavoidable in the first few weeks that you are adjusting to your new dentures in Braintree, MA. Though you will adjust quickly, you may still feel like your denture does not give you the level of stability you want. Consider asking your periodontist about options that provide more stability. Implant supported dentures, for example, are dentures that are anchored in place with at least two dental implants.
  4. Will dentures be comfortable? Like anything else, it will take time to get used to having dentures resting on your gums. Initially, patients complain of irritation and discomfort. Pain can also be attributed to ill-fitting dentures so talk to your doctor about re-fittings and adjustments so that you know what to expect in advance. If this is a concern, your periodontist may recommend an implant supported denture to lift the prosthetic off of your gums.




There are so many factors involved in tooth restoration, like cost, comfort, care, future replacements, and lifestyle issues. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Thomas J. Mone to learn about all of the advantages and disadvantages associated with dentures.