The holiday season is mostly about family gatherings, and when there are family gatherings, there’s food. It would be satisfying to enjoy a roast turkey and Christmas ham while watching your children or grandchildren all together at the table, but with an incomplete set of teeth, would you be able to enjoy your dinner properly? Of course, you’d be opting for measures such as dental dentures, but wearing them could be challenging, especially if they don’t fit you well. It is necessary that you secure a good set so that you can dine on your upcoming holiday treats without complications.

If you’re thinking about getting dentures, you need to consult a dentist first. This dental professional would be the one to decide the proper course of action to take. You might be needing dentures or implants depending on your remaining teeth. The dentist will conduct a thorough examination of your mouth and might have to extract some teeth that need to be removed.

You’d most probably be given dentures if most of your teeth are gone. After your dentist decides that dentures are more appropriate, he/she will have to take impressions of your gums to create a set that is well-suited for you. While waiting for your permanent dentures, you may opt to wear “immediate” dentures. For a better fit, these immediate dentures would have to be readjusted from time to time. You may use denture adhesives to secure your dentures but make sure to read the directions of any product carefully before use.

It is normal to feel odd when wearing dentures for the first time. Once your mouth gets used to it, however, you can go back to eating and speaking like you did before. Visit your dentist regularly to ensure that your dentures are still in good condition.

Take care of your dentures so that they can last for a long time. Brush them to remove residual food and plaque and place them in a denture-cleaning solution or plain water for storage to prevent them from drying out. Your dentures are delicate and must be handled properly to avoid damage.

Dental dentures help restore your self-confidence and smile. With the proper set, you won’t have to worry about your teeth falling off in front of your guests. Dr. Sonia Rocha of Tower Dental Arts is a caring, experienced dentist who can provide you expert dental service with the latest technology available. If you live in or near Southwest Florida, set an appointment in any of Tower Dental Arts’ locations now through the following numbers: (239) 495-7400 forBonita Springs, (239) 566-9700 for Naples, and (239) 288-7275 for Fort Myers.