When you hear the word “dentures,” what comes to mind? The image of a kindly grandparent, or maybe a set of teeth sitting in a glass of water on a bedside table? There are many thoughts and ideas that are commonly connected to dentures, and unfortunately, many of them are not true! They are one of the most affordable and effective ways to replace missing teeth available today, but they still have to contend with a variety of myths. But below, we are going to bust three of the most common ones!
Myth #1: “Dentures are only for old people.”
While the chances of tooth loss do increase as people age, and therefore so does the need for dentures, the truth is that these prosthetics can benefit almost anyone who is dealing with multiple missing teeth. Many in their 50s, 40s, 30s, and even 20s wear dentures, and there are even influencers such as the “Toothless Princess” who are actively working to break the stereotype that only seniors have them.
Myth #2: “Dentures fall out all the time.”
Whenever you watch a movie and a character obviously has a denture, it’s almost guaranteed that their teeth will come falling out at some point. While this can be a great joke, you can imagine seeing this all the time can make people hesitant to get dentures even if they really need them. The fact is that today’s dentures are custom-made to fit each person’s mouth to guarantee a comfortable and secure fit. After a few weeks of getting used to them, most modern-day denture wearers describe practically not feeling them because they are so stable.
Myth #3: “Dentures always look fake.”
People often get a bad impression of dentures because the only ones they ever noticed didn’t look natural. This could often be the case for older prosthetics that weren’t designed to fit a specific person, meaning the artificial teeth didn’t seem to match their face.
While this might have been a problem for your grandparents or parents, today’s dentures are more lifelike than ever. They are made using high-quality materials that recreate the look of both the teeth and nearby gumline so seamlessly that most observers don’t even notice them. Rather than just restoring someone’s ability to chew, today’s dentures prioritize aesthetics as well, and as such, they are designed to uniquely suit the wearer.
If you or someone you love is currently dealing with missing teeth, dentures could offer a reliable and lasting solution. Hopefully, dispelling these myths will make it easier to schedule an appointment with a dentist and see that there is nothing to fear when it comes to recovering your smile and confidence.
About the Practice
Dr. Krysten Jackson and Dr. Eric Parsons are family and dental implant dentists who graduated from the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry. Dr. Jackson completed the Advanced Education in General Dentistry program there, which is considered to be one of the most elite residencies in the country. Dr. Parsons regularly trains to use the latest technology so he can always offer the most comfortable and conservative methods of treatment. They are able to provide traditional full and partial dentures as well as implant prosthetics that offer the highest level of security available today. To schedule an appointment at El Reno Family Dentistry, simply click here.