When talking about full dental care in Miami Lakes, you need to know what an edentulous patient is. We see a lot of patients who don’t know what this medical term means, yet it describes an illness that affects millions of people around the world. Someone who is edentulous has lost all of their natural teeth, either in one arch or in both the upper and lower jaws.
There are many reasons why someone would lose all of their teeth. Advanced gum disease is one of the most common reasons people lose their teeth. Also, significant tooth decay that can’t be fixed means several teeth need to be pulled. We treat patients who lose all of their teeth due to traumatic traumas, medical problems, or hereditary factors that affect how teeth grow.
It doesn’t happen overnight someone becomes edentulous. Most people lose teeth slowly over the course of several years or decades. People may lose one or two teeth first because of decay or damage. But when the remaining teeth start to break down, the domino effect often speeds up the process. Also, when many teeth are missing, the extra stress on the teeth that are still there can cause more problems.
Living without teeth is hard in many ways, not just because of how it looks. Without natural teeth to chew food properly, eating is much harder. Because of this, many people who don’t have teeth have to change their diets to include mostly soft foods which can affect their overall nutrition. It’s also hard to talk clearly, especially when some sounds need your tongue to touch your teeth.
Patients who lose their teeth often lose their social confidence. Many people are self conscious about how they look which can make them avoid social situations or limit how much they talk to other people. We know losing teeth can hurt your health, your mood and your quality of life. So we stress how important it is to make a whole treatment plan for patients who are missing teeth.
Modern dentistry in Miami Lakes has many options for people who don’t have any teeth. Full dentures are still a classic and affordable way to replace all of your lost teeth. When properly fitted and cared for, these removable devices can bring back basic function and look. We talk to patients about all the options so they can make smart decisions about their care.
For people who don’t have any teeth, implant supported treatments have changed the way they are treated. Dental implants give either removable or fixed prosthesis a stable base. Compared to regular dentures, these treatments often provide better comfort, function and durability. Implant supported treatments also help keep the structure of the jawbone which normally breaks down after tooth loss.
At Specialty Smiles we know every patient who is missing teeth has different wants and situations. Some patients like removable appliances because they are easy to use, others like fixed options because they are more stable. Before we suggest specific treatments we take the time to learn about each patient’s lifestyle, budget and treatment goals.
You need to be patient and get professional help during the time after you lose all your teeth. It takes time and practice to learn how to use prosthetic teeth. We give them all the information they need to get used to their new equipment and get the most out of them. We also give continuing help during the process of adapting.
The best way to avoid being edentulous is to take steps to prevent it. You can keep your natural teeth for the rest of your life by going to the dentist regularly, brushing and flossing your teeth properly and getting dental problems treated right away. But when tooth loss is unavoidable we work with patients to come up with the best way to replace them. When orthodontic therapy is needed before prosthetic rehabilitation our holistic approach often includes working with professionals who supply Braces for Adults.
Knowing what it means to be edentulous helps people in Miami Lakes make smart decisions about their oral health and get the right care when they need it.