Prosthetic Dental Treatment
Treatments applied to severely worn teeth, tooth loss, or teeth in poor aesthetic condition fall under the scope of prosthetic dental treatment. This treatment allows for the replacement of lost teeth in terms of aesthetics and functionality. Additionally, it restores chewing, speaking, and overall oral health functions.
Prostheses are categorized into two groups: fixed and removable. Fixed crowns are coverings placed over the tooth by either minimal or substantial tooth reduction, and they cannot be removed by the patient. These prostheses are permanently cemented. Removable prostheses, commonly referred to as dentures, are prostheses that the patient can put on and remove themselves.
Currently, zirconium and e-max crowns have become more popular as they provide a natural tooth appearance, closer to the natural look, due to their ability to refract light, offering a much more aesthetic appearance.
The duration of use of prosthetic teeth may vary depending on the care of the person, the way of use and the quality of the prosthesis. In general, the duration of use of dentures can vary between 2 and 5 years. However, it can be used for a longer period of time with regular maintenance and cleaning. In addition to the continuous use of dentures, they may need to be checked and revised from time to time. For example, the placement of dentures may change or there may be problems in the placement of dentures that cause discomfort. Therefore, you should make regular appointments with your dentist and have your dentures checked.
Cleaning of prosthetic teeth is done in a similar way to the cleaning of normal teeth. Prosthetic teeth can be cleaned by following the steps below:
In addition, denture cleaning gels can be used instead of toothpaste or toothbrush when cleaning dentures. These gels clean plaque and stains on dentures. In addition, prosthetic tooth cleaning products recommended by the dentist can be used for cleaning prosthetic teeth.
Cleaning of dentures is important because if the dentures are not clean, bacteria or fungus can form in the mouth. Regular cleaning and maintenance is an important factor in prolonging the life of prosthetic teeth and protecting oral health.
In order to fix the prosthetic teeth, first of all, an examination and evaluation by the dentist is required. During the examination, the person's oral health, gum condition, tooth structure and other factors are evaluated. Two different methods are used for fixing dentures:
Screwed prostheses: In this method, screws are placed under the prosthetic teeth. These screws are placed under the gums with needles. Screw-in dentures are a safer option for people with tooth loss.
Adhesive dentures: In this method, dentures are fixed by sticking to the gums. Adhesive dentures are a more suitable option for people without tooth loss.
Which method will be used is evaluated according to the situation of the person. After an examination by the dentist, the most suitable method is selected and the denture is fixed.
Tooth extraction may not be required to replace dentures. Tooth extraction may be required to replace dentures, but this may vary depending on the person's condition and the dentist's assessment. For example, tooth extraction is required for teeth lost due to caries. However, if the cause of tooth loss is gum disease or a congenital defect, tooth extraction may not be necessary.
In cases that do not require tooth extraction, dentures are fixed by sticking to the gums or fixed by placing screws under the gums. In cases that do not require tooth extraction to replace the prosthetic teeth, the most appropriate method is selected after an examination by the dentist and the replacement of the prosthetic teeth is performed.
The cost of prosthetic teeth may vary depending on the condition of the person, the type of treatment to be performed, the quality of the materials to be used and the number of teeth to be replaced. The cost for denture treatment can be determined more clearly after an examination by the dentist.
However, in general, the cost of denture treatment determines the condition of the person and the treatment to be performed. For example, the cost of a basic denture treatment can vary depending on the person's condition, the number of teeth placed and the quality of the materials used, and can often range in the thousands of dollars. In addition, additional costs may occur for cleaning, maintenance and revisions of dentures.
There may also be costs that are not covered by private insurance coverage or health care providers. Therefore, different financial options may be available for the person to cover the costs of denture treatment.
After an examination by the dentist, suitability for denture treatment is determined and after the necessary conditions are met, the placement of dentures is performed.
Materials used in denture treatment may include:
Metal: Metal materials used for the framework of dentures include stainless steel, titanium, and gold.
Polymers: Polymers used to strengthen the structure of prosthetic teeth include acrylic, nylon and polyvinyl alcohol.
Ceramic: Ceramic materials used for the surfaces of prosthetic teeth include porcelain and zirconium oxide.
Composite: Among the composite materials used to strengthen the structure of prosthetic teeth, there are materials made of resin.
Metal-Polymer mixtures: Materials such as metal-acrylic, metal-nylon are among the metal-polymer mixtures used to strengthen the structure of prosthetic teeth.
Total Dentures: This technique is used for people who have lost all their teeth. Total dentures are fixed to the gums or fixed with screws.
Partial Denture: This technique is used for people who have lost only a few teeth. Partial dentures are attached to the gums or fixed with screws.
Wire Prosthesis: This technique is used for people with weak gums. Wire dentures are temporarily fixed on the gums.
Implant Prosthesis: This technique is used for people with tooth loss. Implant prosthetic teeth are fixed on implants placed on the gums.
Removable Dentures: In this technique, they are prosthetic teeth that people can remove and wear by themselves.
Side effects that may occur in denture treatment may include:
These side effects are usually temporary and can be resolved with treatments by the dentist. However, if the side effects persist, you should contact your dentist again.
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