St. Helena Dental Studio provides our patients with comprehensive denture care services. Whether you have complete or partial dentures, we are here to help you keep them clean, comfortable, and functional.

Our experienced denture specialists are committed to delivering high-quality care and personalized attention to each patient. We use the latest techniques and state-of-the-art equipment to ensure that your dentures are in excellent condition and fit comfortably in your mouth. From denture cleaning and adjustments to repairs and replacements, we have the expertise and knowledge to provide you with the best possible care. Contact our team for step-wise guidance to care for dentures and keep them well-maintained.

Denture Care St Helena

Care and Maintenance Tips for Your Dentures

Following these tips can help you keep your dentures clean, comfortable, and functional:

Clean Daily: Just like natural teeth, dentures can accumulate plaque, food particles, and bacteria. Therefore, cleaning your dentures daily using a soft-bristled brush and mild denture cleaner is essential. Avoid using regular toothpaste or harsh cleaners, which can damage dentures.

Soak Overnight: To keep your dentures moist and prevent them from drying out, soak them overnight in a denture cleaning solution or plain water.

Rinse After Eating: Remove dentures after meals and rinse them under running water to remove any food particles or debris.

Handle Carefully: Dentures can be fragile, so handle them carefully to avoid bending or breaking them.

Regular dental check-ups can ensure that your dentures are in good condition and fit correctly. Our dentist can also provide professional cleaning and adjustments as needed.

How Root Canal and Crown Save Your Cracked Tooth?

Sometimes, the crack can extend down into the root, which can cause pain and lead to tooth loss. A root canal and crown may be necessary to save a cracked tooth.

Our treatment involves removing the damaged or infected pulp from the tooth's root, cleaning and shaping the root canal space, and then filling the space with a special filling material. This helps to eliminate the pain and infection and save the tooth from further damage.

After a root canal, a dental crown is usually placed over the tooth to provide support and protection. The crown is custom-made to fit over the remaining tooth structure and is cemented in place.

Combining a root canal and crown helps preserve the remaining tooth structure, prevent further damage or infection, and restore the tooth's strength and function. We recommend patients follow good oral hygiene practices and have regular dental checkups to ensure the success and longevity of the treatment.


All-on-4® Versus Dentures

There are several ways in which All-on-4® implants are better than dentures. Patients take care of All-on-4® implants in the same way they care for their natural teeth by brushing each day. The implants also operate in the same way as natural teeth, so the patient does not have to be cautious of what he or she eats. Along with the fact that patients do not have to remove All-on-4® implants when eating or cleaning the teeth, there is also no need for uncomfortable wires or brackets to hold the implants in place. Even more importantly for patients, the dental implants allow anyone to eat what the heart desires. You do not have to worry about hot or cold affecting your dentures. You also can bite down with up to 70 percent more force, which allows you to eat the foods that you love. Finally, All-on-4® implants look exactly like your natural teeth. No one will be able to tell that you are wearing a dental prosthetic. From a dental health perspective, it is important to note that when you have All-on-4® implants, it is going to prevent bone deterioration in the jawbone and ultimately restore your facial features by fighting resorption. The process of resorption involves the implants stimulating the jaw to send a message to the body that the jaw is supporting teeth once again. Resorption will help the jawbone to regain some of the mass that it has lost previously. Many of our patients who visit our office notice a difference in their facial structure as a result.

Visit Our Dental Studio for Denture Care Tips and Services

We know that taking care of dentures can be challenging, so we offer our patients educational resources and guidance. Our goal is to help you maintain optimal dental health and keep your dentures looking and feeling great for years to come. Feel free to approach St. Helena Dental Studio and learn how to care for dentures so they serve as your natural teeth.
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The Process of Getting All-on-4® at St. Helena Dental Studio

Typically, the surgery takes approximately two hours and 30 minutes per arch. We can install your All-on-4® implants on your upper, lower, or both arches at the same time. While a dentist may make the process look easy, the surgery is a complex procedure that we can complete at an efficient pace. The process of getting All-on-4® implants can be laid out in four steps:
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A detailed examination where we will look at your records, existing conditions, whether you have a denture, what your facial structure needs are, and any other factors that may come into play when placing your implants.
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Typically involves CT scans, which are 3D pictures, of the jawbone. The scans include the positions of the replacement teeth, while also giving us critical information about where the bone sinuses and nerves are located for the implants.
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Involves creating a computer simulation of the implants, which we digitally position into the jawbone at the appropriate location to give you the most support from your replacement teeth. We can adjust the implants as need be and fabricate your new set of teeth for your needs.
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Finally, the most important step is the oral surgery. During surgery, we will provide you with anesthesia and then place the implants directly into your jawbone to secure your new set of teeth in place.