At what point do people opt for dentures?

This question is out of curiosity. My Grandmother is in her mid 90's and has dentures. I don't want to ask her.





At what point does one opt for dentures? What is involved? Do people still do this now, and how can it be avoided?

At what point do people opt for dentures?
One would opt for dentures if the present teeth are in such bad shape that it warrants them to be removed without the chance of saving them (meaning completely rotten, cannot be saved). I went through this process with my hubby about 6 years ago (he has complete upper and partial bottom).





If they do a complete upper plate, then if there are any natural teeth left, they pull them and immediately place in the plate which would have already been made previous to surgery. The plate will not fit right at first since the gums will be swollen from surgery. They will need to shrink and then adjustments made to the plate later for proper fit. The surgeon will also check for other things such as cysts, etc and correct them during surgery. They can also shave bone.





If it is a partial, then they just do a mold process like they do if they were making a retainer.





Yes, people still do this now and probably will continue for as long as man is alive. Preventative visits to the dentist, regular brushing and flossing helps prevent gingivitis, which can eventually lead to other more serious diseases of the mouth. Brush 2-3 times a day, especially after meals and floss at least once a day. Rinse with Listerine since this is what is most recommended by dentists. You can brush with this too.





Avoid getting dentures if at all possible. I have had more than one person tell me that there is nothing like your own teeth to chew with. Dentures are hard to eat with and sometimes are more of a pain than anything else. You need something to chew with and sometimes dentures are your only other alternative. A good lab will be able to make them look very natural and most people cannot tell you have them. Hope this helped.
Reply:When the lose their teeth and can no longer chew their food.





The better care you take of your teeth...the longer you will have them.
Reply:Prevention: Floss %26amp; have your teeth cleaned often.
Reply:when your teeth or lack of, become an issue in your life then you need dentures
Reply:There are no certain times to get dentures. Usually when a person looses their teeth to desease or accident. See your dentist regularly and use good oral hygiene. Ask your grams and I'll bet she will tell you why.
Reply:It is never really a choice. Genes can affect the health of your teeth, malnutrition and certain diseases and of course inadequate care. Sometimes the teeth fall out or they are in such poor shape that it is cheaper to have them pulled and get dentures than to have them repaired and saved. Especially for people who have no dental insurance.


Nowadays dentures are often replaced by dental implants which can either be taken out for cleaning or are permanently attached.
Reply:the day i said ..... i wont take a backstep from any man.........seamnab
Reply:When you don't have money, I guess. My dad's going through this right now. But we are considering implants and partial dentures.





It is just like Kimmy3 said or so was my family told. Anyways, people still do this now, but there are new alternatives like implants. They are a bit expensive, and if you don't have enough bone you can always do a bone graft and get more bone.





Avoid having dentures at an early age or ever by going to your dentist!!! Seriously, if you go every so often to get all that crap that gets into your teeth out. That way you won't have to worry about that periodontal disease or whatnot. And floss and brush your teeth...