Typically, dentures will only impact speech therapy or accent reduction classes if the prosthetics are new. With dentures (or any prosthesis), a learning curve or adjustment period can take a few weeks to master.
After the adjustment period, you should have no difficulty speaking clearly or reducing your accent. If you do notice ongoing challenges, consult your dentist. You may need an adjustment or reline.
About Dentures in Columbus, OH
Dentures have been a practical tooth replacement option for centuries. Fortunately, today’s dentures are not boxy or bulky. Modern technology means a fitted prosthetic that is natural-looking and beautiful. They are always customized, and the latest dentures come with options!
Your dentist can help you decide the best course for your tooth replacement, considering your budget, lifestyle, and personal smile goals.
Partial Dentures
Partial dentures are ideal for sporadic tooth loss—a partial fits around your remaining teeth to fill in your smile only where there are gaps. Partials depend on healthy remaining teeth, special clips, gravity, and jawbone ridges for stability.
Complete Dentures
Complete dentures work when all teeth on the upper, lower, or both arches are missing. These are gum-colored prosthetics with restoration teeth. Full dentures rely on gravity, suction (upper), and the bony ridge of your jaw for support.
Implant-Supported Dentures
Implant-supported dentures are the best option if you plan to take ongoing speech or elocution classes. These attached prosthetics never rock or tilt in the mouth. They never shift or move. Unlike complete dentures, you’ll never need a reline or adjustment. Typically, we use six or fewer dental implants to fix a custom denture to an upper or lower arch.
Need Tooth Replacement? Your Dentist in Columbus, OH Is Here to Help
For more information about tooth replacement options or to schedule a consultation, reach out to the team at Shiflett Family Dental at (614) 968-7141.
We are proud to provide affordable dentures in Columbus, Ohio, and offer flexible financing options like CareCredit, along with exclusive membership plans and periodic specials.