Contrary to popular belief, dentures in Frisco aren’t just for older people. Many health conditions and injuries to the teeth can cause tooth loss sooner, but it doesn’t mean you always need dentures. Here are some signs that indicate dentures may be a good choice.
No Regular Dental Checkups
Regular checkups every six months help a dentist keep watch on your teeth and care for the problems while they are small. Periodontal disease is something that you don’t know happens, and some dentists refer to it as the silent killer. Even with regular dental care, some patients don’t see a dentist as a child and the damage has already occurred.
Toothaches
Chronic toothaches commonly signal the tooth has rooted and effected the nerve making the tooth unrepairable. Decay can usually be remedied by a filling if caught early. The dentist has to determine what teeth they could save for serious decay and if dentures would be suitable.
Signs of Gingivitis
Gum bleeding, redness, tenderness, or swelling are common signs of gingivitis. If gingivitis is caught early, it could be controlled or remedied by dental cleaning or special toothpastes to prevent tooth loss. Untreated gingivitis eventually causes bone loss followed by tooth loss which likely requires dentures to fix.
Missing, Loose, or Moving Teeth
Loose or shifting teeth commonly signal bone loss even if you think they feel fine. Many patients don’t consider two or three missing teeth a big deal, but it puts pressure on the remaining teeth causing more tooth loss. Dentures are commonly the solution in these situations to reduce tooth loss.
Getting Dentures
Dentures in Frisco are one way to restore confidence in your smile. Contact Lone Star Dental Care online to schedule an appointment.
