What Are False Teeth?

False teeth, or dentures, are a partial or complete set of artificial teeth replacement for both upper and lower jaws. These bonded or implanted prosthetic devices help patients chew, improve speech, and boost confidence. In addition, there are two common types of dentures, namely removable partial dentures for clients with remaining teeth and complete dentures, which are used to replace all of the missing teeth in the upper and/or lower jaw.

It is a common misconception that a full set of dentures is the only solution for a patient with serious tooth decay or cavity problems. Dentists recommend that it's always better to have your natural teeth repaired if they can still be saved, because dentures can only take about fifteen percent of the pressure that real teeth can. Moreover, a patient can experience a number of discomforts, such as mouth sores, as they get used to the dentures.

If you're in need of artificial teeth, have your dentist evaluate your dental condition first. See to it that you opt for a dental professional who specializes in fitting and making dentures. Once you have dentures and suddenly feel pain and persistent soreness, return to your dentist immediately. They might have been fitted incorrectly, or worse, such symptoms may indicate gum problems or other oral diseases.