Dentures – Larchmont Village, CA
Restore Your Smile with Custom-Crafted Dentures
If you’re missing a few or all of your teeth, we’ve got some excellent news. You can improve your smile, your oral health, and even your quality of life with dentures from your dentist in Larchmont Village. Removable prosthetics are a wonderful solution for anyone who’s experienced the difficulty of living with an incomplete smile. With full and partial dentures available through our Los Angeles practice, you can finally achieve a beautiful, sturdy smile and speak, eat, and smile with ease once again.
Why Choose Geller Dentistry for Dentures?
- Highly-Trained Prosthodontist
- Dental Implants Placed In-House
- Long-Lasting, Lifelike Materials
Who Is a Good Candidate for Dentures?
Dentures are a great option for almost anybody who is missing several or all of their teeth across a dental arch. If you believe this restorative treatment could help revitalize the function and appearance of your smile, give our office a call to schedule a consultation! Dr. Geller will examine your mouth and walk you through all of your treatment options, so you can choose the one that best fits your needs and budget.
Effects of Missing Teeth
Missing teeth can be the result of genetics, advanced gum disease, injuries, and certain lifestyle choices. Regardless of what caused your current condition, your missing teeth may affect your life in a number of unpleasant ways. For example:
- You may feel embarrassed due to gaps in your smile or the hollow appearance of your cheeks.
- It may be difficult for you to eat a wide variety of nutritious and tasty foods.
- You could find it challenging to clearly enunciate certain sounds.
- You may look years older than you really are.
The good news is that dentures can help with such issues. They have the potential to significantly improve your daily experience!
What Qualifies You for Dentures?
You might qualify for dentures if:
- You are missing all or most of your teeth throughout a dental arch. If you are missing just one or a few teeth, an alternative form of tooth replacement may be more suitable for you.
- Your gums and jawbone are healthy enough to support dentures. If they are not, they may become so after some restorative treatments.
- You are looking for a cost-effective tooth replacement solution. Dentures are one of the most affordable types of tooth replacement.
Alternative Tooth Replacement Options
If dentures are not quite the right fit for you, we may recommend that you get a traditional bridge or dental implants instead.
- A traditional fixed bridge relies on the abutment teeth (the teeth that surround an empty space) for support. This type of prosthetic is sturdy and long-lasting. Bridges can be made of very lifelike materials.
- Dental implants are small titanium cylinders, also known as posts, which get placed within the jawbone. They serve as prosthetic tooth roots. They can support crowns, bridges, and dentures. Due to their stability, longevity, and other benefits, we often recommend them as the best form of tooth replacement.
Types of Dentures
At Geller Dentistry, we’re proud of our in-house laboratory which allows us to complete the entire denture treatment right here in our office. Many dentists must rely on a far-away lab to create their restorations, but Dr. Geller can craft beautiful, high-quality dentures and place them, all under one roof! That’s the convenient, quality care we love to offer our patients. Here are some of the types of dentures that we can craft in our laboratory.
Full Dentures
If you’re missing a whole row of teeth on the top or bottom, full dentures are the smile completing-solution for you. The complete set of prosthetic teeth is placed onto a gum-colored acrylic base, and the non-implant supported denture is held in place with suction that naturally occurs within the mouth when the restoration is placed over the gums. Denture adhesive can be used as an additional securing aid.
Partial Dentures
Much like a puzzle piece, partial dentures replace teeth that have been in different areas across an arch. When not supported by dental implants, partial dentures are often secured in the mouth with a metal framework that fits between existing teeth.
Implant-Retained Dentures
For the absolute best fit and continued oral health, dental implants are the top choice for supporting your new tooth replacement. Keeping in mind your unique oral and personal needs, Dr. Geller can design a denture that attaches securely to strategically placed implants within your mouth. The advantages of choosing an implant-supported replacement are numerous. They provide the best fit for your dentures, you never have to deal with messy adhesives, and they keep the jawbone healthy and whole!
The Benefits of Dentures
Dentures have a wide array of benefits that patients can enjoy, including:
- Easy cleaning and maintenance
- Improved diet and bite power
- Cost-effective tooth replacement solution
- Preservation of facial structure
- Can last over 10 years with proper care
- Boosted confidence
- Restored speaking ability
- Custom-fitted for your unique oral structure
If you’re interested in learning how dentures may be able to benefit you, schedule a consultation today!
Understanding the Cost of Dentures
Dentures are not only a convenient method of replacing teeth, they’re also one of the most cost-effective. However, patients are still naturally a little bit concerned about how they’re going to afford their new prosthetic.
You’ll be happy to learn that we make paying for your new prosthetic as easy as it can possibly be. If you’re curious, here’s what you should know about how you can make your denture fit your budget.
Factors that Affect the Cost of Dentures
First, you should know that every prosthetic is different, which means that their price can vary. This often depends on the construction of the denture itself, including the kind of acrylic used for the base and the material that the false teeth are made from. The latter can be made from either acrylic or porcelain, and which you choose will have a large impact on the price of your dentures.
There’s also the matter of the preliminary procedures that you might need before you can actually get your dentures, like tooth extractions or gum disease therapy. These should also be considered as a part of the total cost of getting your new teeth.
Are Implant Dentures More Expensive?
Implant dentures are more expensive than traditional prosthetics, at least at first. The cost of the materials used to create the dental implant, as well as the surgery that will put them in place.
However, it’s common for patients to save money in the long run when they opt for implant dentures, as they tend to last considerably longer and are easier to clean. When picking between the two, you’ll have to consider whether it’s worth it for you to pay the upfront cost in order to save more down the line.
Does Dental Insurance Cover Dentures?
Dentures are vitally important for people who need them, which is why dental insurance will typically cover at least a portion of their cost. This depends on the particular nature of your dental plan, but this often amounts to around 50% of the total price of your prosthetic. We’ll help you consult with your insurance company to make sure that you’re getting the most out of your benefits.
Other Options for Making Dentures Affordable
We want our care to be affordable even if you’re uninsured, which is why we offer alternative options that can make your new prosthetic fit your budget.
If you’re unsure whether you’ll be able to pay for your dentures all at once, you might want to pursue financing options. We frequently work with CareCredit, a financing firm that frequently offers low-to-no interest loans to patients who qualify.
If you have any questions about the financial options available to you, make a consultation with us today and we’ll be happy to help you navigate them.