Full Dentures in Santa Clara to restore the looks and functionality of your mouth. Our expert dentist Dr. Chuapoco provides Full and partial Dentures in Santa Clara

1. Dentures in Santa Clara by Dr. Chuapoco
Dentures are one of the oldest tooth replacement solutions, though not alwaysconsidered one of
the best. Fortunately, we have seen a number of advances in technology and techniques that allow
us to achievemore than what has been previously possible. Today’s dentures are more lifelike in
appearance, feel more comfortable,and restore a greater degree of chewing function, especially
when secured to dental implants.
FULL DENTURES
Full dentures are used to replace an entire arch (all upper or all lower) of teeth. The traditional
design relies on suction between gums and the appliance forstability. We offertwotypes of
traditional full dentures:
Conventional. This is a two-phase process. First, extractions are performed, if necessary. The gums
are allowedto heal, whichcan take several months. Once the healing process is complete, we create
the denture. This method avoids the need forfrequent adjustments and relines because the gum
tissue is stable.
Immediate. This technique allows the patient to walk out of our officewith a new set of teeth the
same day that extractions are performed. The dentures are created in advance from measurements
and impressions taken while youstill have your natural teeth. Many patients find same-day teeth a

2. great convenience,but this method does require frequent adjustments and relining as the mouth
heals and the gum line evolves.
PARTIAL DENTURES
Partial dentures are used to replace several teeth without disrupting or altering the existing,
healthy teeth. They are similar to traditional dental bridges, but they are not permanently attached.
They may be secured withmetal clasps or designed to snap around existing teeth. The partial
denture may be an ideal temporary solution for the individual whoneeds time to determine which
permanent restoration is right forthem.
GETTING USED TO NEW DENTURES
Dentures are something new in your mouth, and the muscles will need a period of adjustment. For
several days, youmay find that salvation seems more pronounced. It may be somewhat difficultto
form certain sounds or words or to chew. As your muscles adapt to the new teeth and the feeling of
dentures sitting on top of the gums, youwill find it easier to perform yournormal oral movements.
We are here to answer yourquestions and assist youwith needs as youadapt to your new smile. If
you experience lingering discomfortfrom your new denture, please schedule an appointment with
us so we may evaluate the fit and recommend waysto improve your experience.
Whether you are looking for traditional dentures in Santa Clara or an implant supported appliance,
we can help. Call 408-247-1147 and schedule an appointment tomeet out cosmetic Dentist Dr.
Rafael Chuapoco in Santa Clara at Rafael Chuapoco DMD.