Dentures

Adjusting to dentures.

Getting Started with Dentures: 5 Things to Expect and How to Adjust

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / December 29, 2023 / Comments Off on Getting Started with Dentures: 5 Things to Expect and How to Adjust

If your dentist recommends dentures, you’re not alone. In 2020, 40.99 million Americans used dentures, according to U.S. Census data and the Simmons National Consumer Survey (NHCS). Dentures are a common solution for those with missing teeth. But before you take the plunge, it’s crucial to know what to expect on your denture journey and…

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Implant supported dentures are the answer to missing teeth

Are Dental Implant Supported Dentures the Right Restoration for You?

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / June 3, 2023 / Comments Off on Are Dental Implant Supported Dentures the Right Restoration for You?

Dental implant supported dentures are just one option for restorative dentistry. If you are missing more than one tooth and are looking into restorative dentistry options, dental implant supported dentures may be a tooth-replacement solution for you. The team at Farless Dental Group in Greensboro, North Carolina, can explain your options for restorative dentistry and…

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Removable Partial Dentures: Costs, Types, & Benefits

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / May 18, 2018 / Comments Off on Removable Partial Dentures: Costs, Types, & Benefits

[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.106″ custom_padding=”0px||0px|”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.106″ custom_padding=”0px||0px|”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.8″] There are so many questions about removable partial dentures that it made sense to cover the important benefits, options, and costs associated with this type of procedure. A partial denture is a removable oral prosthesis that is used to replace missing teeth by attaching to the healthy…

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Implant Supported Overdenture Procedure Costs and What to Expect

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / May 18, 2018 / Comments Off on Implant Supported Overdenture Procedure Costs and What to Expect

[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.106″ custom_padding=”0px||0px|”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.106″ custom_padding=”0px||0px|”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.8″] Today we are going to talk about implant supported overdenture procedure costs (that’s a mouthful) and what to expect during the procedure. It’s 2018 and people are beginning to out-live the health of their smile. Due to the rigors of the natural aging process – as we…

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Partial Dentures or Bridge? Here are the Benefits of Each

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / May 18, 2018 / Comments Off on Partial Dentures or Bridge? Here are the Benefits of Each

There are usually multiple ways to solve a dental problem. One of the most common questions we get when it comes to replacing a missing tooth is whether the patient should get partial dentures or bridge work. Let’s take a look at the benefits of each. Dentures vs. Bridges A missing tooth is nothing to…

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The Benefits of Using Dental Implants to Stabilize Dentures

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / March 20, 2017 / Comments Off on The Benefits of Using Dental Implants to Stabilize Dentures

What are the benefits of dental implants to stabilize dentures? An implant-supported denture is a type of over-denture attached to implants for added structural support. They’re often recommended to patients who no longer have any teeth in the jaw, but still have enough bone to support the implants. Implant-supported dentures use special attachments that snap…

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How to Clean Dentures – Learning New Tricks

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / July 20, 2016 / Comments Off on How to Clean Dentures – Learning New Tricks

You never thought it could happen, but your dentist tells you that you need dentures/partial dentures. And you had a basic idea of daily oral care, but dentures can’t possibly be the same as normal teeth, right? So does this mean you will need to retrain yourself a new dental care routine in order to…

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How To Tell If You Need Dentures

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / June 25, 2016 / Comments Off on How To Tell If You Need Dentures

Wondering how to tell if you need dentures? When you think of the word dentures, chances are you are thinking about an older individual that may or may not have grandchildren. Interestingly enough, dentures have become more prevalent in a much younger crowd. More than 20 million people wear some form of dentures (partial or…

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Facts on Dentures

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / September 9, 2015 / Comments Off on Facts on Dentures

A reality for all of us is that at some point in life we may need to replace a few teeth. Here are a few facts on dentures to understand the process. While proper dental hygiene can protect teeth and gums for a long time, for many patients tooth loss is a fact of life…

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Caring for your Partial Dentures

By Graham E. Farless, DDS, PA / July 30, 2014 / Comments Off on Caring for your Partial Dentures

Caring for partial dentures doesn’t have to be a headache. Here are the essential steps to keeping them clean. One of the most common questions asked by patients is, “What is the proper way to care for my partial dentures?” The following are excellent tips on how to take care of your partial dentures in…

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