Dentures Dentist Birmingham

Dentures Dentist
Top rated dentures dentist in the Hoover/Highway 280 area of Birmingham, Alabama

Dr. Trenton Buchanan has the experience and credentials you should look for when considering a Dentures Dentist.

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A healthy, beautiful smile starts here.
14+ years cosmetic dentistry experience.

Birmingham Dentures Dentist Dr. Buchanan was recently published in the Journal of the Academy of General Dentistry and also holds the prestigious Fellowship Award from the Academy of General Dentistry. Only 6% of General Dentists in the USA & Canada have earned their AGD Fellowship.

“Greystone Smile Design is the BEST!!!! From the front desk to check out everyone is so nice and Dr. Buchanan is going to do whatever it takes to ensure you are comfortable with the work he’s done for you. I have not found a dental office that I’m more pleased with; I drive from the Anniston area to have my dental needs addressed by GSD. All of you, and I do mean ALL of you are the best!”

Carrie R.
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Trenton Buchanan DMD FAGD- Birmingham Dentures Dentist

How do Dentures Work?

Dentures are replacements for missing teeth that can be taken out and put back into your mouth. While dentures take some getting used to, and will never feel exactly the same as one’s natural teeth, today’s dentures are beautiful and more comfortable than ever!

With full dentures, a flesh-colored acrylic base fits over your gums. The base of the upper denture covers the palate (the roof of your mouth), while that of the lower denture is shaped like a horseshoe to accommodate your tongue.

Dentures are custom-made in a dental laboratory from impressions taken of your mouth. Your dentures dentist, Dr. Buchanan, will determine which of the three types of dentures described below is best for you.

Conventional Full Denture

A conventional full denture is placed in your mouth after any remaining teeth are removed and tissues have healed. Healing may take several months, during which time you are without teeth.

Immediate Full Denture

An immediate full denture is inserted immediately after the remaining teeth are removed. (Your dentist takes measurements and makes models of your jaw during a prior visit). While immediate dentures offer the benefit of never having to be without your teeth, they must be relined several months after being inserted. The reason is that the bone supporting the teeth reshapes as it heals, causing the denture to become loose.

Partial Denture

A partial denture rests on a metal framework that attaches to your natural teeth. Sometimes crowns are placed on some of your natural teeth and serve as anchors for the denture. Partial dentures offer a removable alternative to implants or bridges.

We now offer flexible partial dentures without the metal framework or clasps. This restoration is a great alternative to metal, offering amazing esthetics, comfort, and function. Ask about them today!

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Eat foods you love like apples, corn on the cob, and steak! Improve your overall quality of life by supporting your dentures with dental implants.

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Implant Supported Dentures

False teeth are false teeth, right? Not exactly. There are a few options available for replacing teeth, and dentures retained with dental implants are becoming the standard of care — and for good reason.

Regular dentures can rub against the gums, and they have nothing to hold them in place — especially in the lower jaw. Because there are no teeth or implants to stimulate it, the bone shrinks, and chewing can become close to impossible.

But implant-supported dentures draw strength from the bone. They aren’t meant to rest on the gums; but instead the bone anchors them in place. This gives them added strength and prevents them from slipping. In addition, dental implants also stimulate the bone, and as a result, the bone is far less likely to resorb or shrink or create any sore spots.

The length of the implant process will depend on many factors, but usually is a minimum of five months.

Lower dentures require at least two implants to properly hold them in place for normal function, one on each side. Additional implants will provide additional stability.

Although implants are usually placed for stability of lower dentures, implants can also be placed to add to the stability of upper dentures.

Mini implants are placed in the jaw and anchored firmly in the surrounding bone. Then attachments are placed in the underside of the denture that connect to the implants. The denture is then snapped onto the implants, keeping it stable and secure.

There are many benefits to implant-supported dentures, including:

More confidence. You’ll never have to worry about your false teeth slipping out when you talk, laugh, and eat in public.
Implant-supported dentures are more comfortable because they are secure and feel like natural teeth.
Less gum tissue irritation.
A more natural look than conventional dentures.
An improved long-term appearance because implant-supported dentures prevent jaw shrinkage and bone loss.

Video 3:35 | Dr. Trent Buchanan Discusses Dental Implants & Supporting Dentures on ABC 33/40

How Long Before I Get Used to My Dentures?

New dentures may feel awkward or uncomfortable for the first few weeks or even months. Eating and speaking with dentures might take a little practice. A bulky or loose feeling is not uncommon while the muscles of your cheeks and tongue learn to hold your dentures in place. Excessive salivary flow, a feeling that the tongue does not have adequate room and minor irritation or soreness is also not unusual.

Tips for Caring for Your Dentures

When handling your dentures, stand over a folded towel or basin of water. Dentures are delicate and may break if dropped.

Don’t let your dentures dry out. Place them in a denture cleanser soaking solution or in plain water when you’re not wearing them. Never use hot water, which can cause them to warp.

Brushing your dentures daily will remove food deposits and plaque, and help prevent them from becoming stained. An ultrasonic cleaner may be used to care for your dentures, but it does not replace a thorough daily brushing. Brush your gums, tongue and palate every morning with a soft-bristled brush before you insert your dentures. This stimulates circulation in your tissues and helps remove plaque.

See your dentist if your dentures break, chip, crack or become loose. Don’t be tempted to adjust them yourself as this may damage them beyond repair.

How Long do Dentures Last?

Over a period of time, your denture will need to be relined, remade or rebased due to normal wear. Rebasing means making a new base while keeping the existing denture teeth. Also, as you age, your mouth naturally changes. These changes cause your dentures to loosen, making chewing difficult and causing irritation to your gums. At a minimum, you should see your dentist annually for a checkup.

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