Partial Dentures Beverly Hills
Choosing the right way to fix missing teeth is more than just cosmetics. It's important, it can affect your oral health for years to come. When you lose a tooth, the bone around it can start to shrink, and the teeth next to it often start to tilt or shift into the empty space. This movement can eventually change your bite and how your jaw feels.
At Rifkin Raanan, we focus on keeping your teeth stable and healthy. We use materials that look and feel just like your real enamel so they blend in perfectly. A partial denture works as a custom-made placeholder. It keeps your remaining teeth from moving out of place and helps you chew comfortably again.
Partial dentures are custom-made dental appliances used to replace one or several missing teeth. They use your remaining natural teeth for support and stability. These restorations include lifelike teeth attached to a gum-colored base, helping you chew normally and keep your face looking natural.
| Primary Goal | Filling gaps and stopping teeth from shifting |
|---|---|
| Downtime | None (a short time to get used to the feel) |
| Pain Level | Low; feels like minor pressure |
| Duration | 5–10 years with good care |
Your process starts with a visit to our Beverly Hills office. We will look closely at your oral health and take digital pictures of your mouth. We pay special attention to your anchor teeth. These are the natural teeth that will hold the partial denture in place. We need to make sure they are strong enough to do the job.
Preparing for the treatment is simple. We usually recommend a good professional cleaning first so your gums are healthy. If you have any damaged teeth that need a dental crown, we will take care of those first. This ensures your new partial will fit properly and feel comfortable on its new foundation.
Every tooth in your mouth helps hold its neighbor in position. When even one tooth is missing, the other teeth will slowly try to move into that spot. Over time, this shifting can mess up your bite and even cause jaw pain.
Our partial dentures act as a permanent stopgap. They keep the right amount of space between your teeth and make sure you aren't putting too much pressure on just one side of your mouth. By wearing a custom partial, you protect your remaining natural teeth and keep them right where they belong.
In the past, many dentures used heavy metal clasps that people could see when they smiled. At our office, we use a much better approach. While we can use a metal framework if you need extra strength, many of our patients prefer plastic partial dentures because they look more like real gums and teeth.
We make our restorations in our own Atelier Aesthetics lab. Because we build them right here, we can match the exact color and shape of your natural teeth. This makes the cosmetic dentistry work look completely seamless.
Partial dentures are a great choice if you have lost a few teeth but still have several healthy teeth left. Unlike full dentures, which replace every tooth in your mouth, a partial is designed to fit in among your own teeth.
During your visit, we will check your facial structure and your jawbone. If your anchor teeth have gum recession or other issues, we will fix those first. We want to make sure your denture will fit comfortably for a long time.
You won’t need any downtime after getting a partial denture. You will likely notice that you look better and feel more self confidence right away. It might take a few small adjustments to make sure the fit is perfect, but most people get used to it very quickly.
We suggest eating soft foods for the first few days while you get used to the new feeling. Very soon, you’ll be back to eating your favorite meals and enjoying a beautiful smile.
To keep your dentures looking great, you need to clean them every day. Use a soft brush and a special denture cleaner. Don't use regular toothpaste, because it can be too rough and might scratch the plastic.
Pro tip: When you are cleaning your denture, hold it over a folded towel or a sink full of water. That way, if you drop it, it won't break. Regular checkups with your dentist will help make sure everything still fits perfectly.
We believe everyone deserves the best possible care. While many offices send their work to outside labs, we do the work ourselves. Our in-house lab allows us to be very precise and careful. We help you replace missing teeth with a perfect fit that looks and feels like it belongs to you.
Most people feel comfortable within a few weeks. At first, you might talk a little differently or the denture might feel a bit large. Reading out loud and eating soft foods will help your mouth get used to it faster.
It is best to take it out at night. This gives your gums a chance to rest and helps prevent irritation. Keep it in a cleaning solution overnight so it stays clean and doesn't dry out.
Yes. Since we make them in our own lab, we can match the color and look of your other teeth exactly. Our goal is to make sure no one can tell you are wearing a denture at all.
We keep digital scans of your mouth on file. If you lose your denture, we can often use those files to make a new one without you having to come in for new impressions.
Because a partial is small and doesn't cover the whole roof of your mouth, it usually doesn't change how you taste food. You should be able to enjoy your meals just like before.
It might take a day or two for your tongue to adjust. Most people find that any small change in their speech goes away very quickly as they wear the denture more often.
Come in for a consultation and find out all about the best cosmetic dentist in Beverly Hills. Let Rifkin Raanan help you Own Your Smile™
