Personalized Options for Replacing Missing Teeth
Missing teeth can affect meals, speech and confidence in your smile. At Blissful Dental, Dr. Brenda E. Howard provides full and partial dentures in Lanham, Maryland, as part of comprehensive adult dental care. Your plan considers the teeth you need to replace, the condition of your mouth and your preferences.
Call 301-552-2662 to schedule a consultation for a new denture or an evaluation of one that no longer fits comfortably.
Full and Partial Dentures
Full Dentures
A full denture replaces all of the teeth in an upper or lower arch. The artificial teeth are supported by a base designed to rest on the oral tissues. Planning considers tooth shape, shade, facial support and the relationship between your jaws.
Partial Dentures
A partial denture replaces some missing teeth while natural teeth remain. Its design uses the available teeth and tissues for support. Dr. Brenda E. Howard evaluates the health of those teeth and explains how the appliance will be held in place and cleaned.
Choosing a Tooth Replacement Plan
Your examination includes the remaining teeth, gums, supporting tissues and bite. Existing dental concerns may need treatment before a denture is made. If extractions are involved, healing and changes in the tissues can affect timing and fit.
Depending on your needs, you may also discuss a dental bridge or implant-supported replacement. The consultation will clarify which options are appropriate and whether any referrals are needed.
What to Expect During Denture Treatment
Consultation and Records
Tell us about the foods you find difficult, any problems with an existing denture and the appearance you prefer. Impressions and other records help establish the shape of the appliance and how your teeth will meet.
Design and Evaluation
The denture is created from your treatment plan. During appropriate evaluation stages, Dr. Brenda E. Howard checks the proposed fit, tooth arrangement and bite. Your feedback helps guide adjustments before completion.
Fitting and Follow-Up
At delivery, we check the denture and explain insertion, removal, cleaning and wear instructions. Follow-up appointments are often needed to address pressure areas and assess how you are adapting.
Adjusting to Your Dentures
A new appliance can feel unfamiliar. Speaking and eating may take practice, and saliva flow or mild irritation can change initially. Start with foods and techniques recommended by your dental team and attend adjustment visits.
Persistent soreness, looseness or difficulty chewing deserves evaluation. Do not force a partial denture into position by biting down, and do not try to reshape or repair an appliance yourself. Contact us so we can assess the cause.
Experience in Comprehensive Adult Care
Dr. Brenda E. Howard has been in private practice since 1985. Her ongoing education includes studies at the Pankey Institute and Stanley Institute, along with additional implant coursework. She provides routine and comprehensive adult dentistry with a personal approach to treatment planning.
As a solo dentist, she takes time to explain your choices. She makes referrals when another provider would better meet your clinical needs.
Daily Care and Regular Reviews
Clean the denture daily with a suitable brush and cleanser recommended for its material. Keep your gums, tongue and any remaining teeth clean as well. Follow your provider’s instructions for overnight removal and storage.
Regular dental visits remain important even if you have no natural teeth. We assess your oral tissues, denture fit and function. Changes in your mouth over time may mean an adjustment, reline or replacement is needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Schedule a Denture Consultation in Lanham, Maryland
Explore a replacement for missing teeth or get help with an uncomfortable denture. Call 301-552-2662 or contact Blissful Dental to schedule your visit.