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How thick should a denture be?
Conclusions: All groups evaluated showed change in the position of artificial teeth after processing. The complete denture with a thin base (1.25 mm) and silicone investment showed the worst results, whereas intermediate thickness (2.50 mm) was demonstrated to be ideal for the denture base.
Can dentures be too thick?
Top dentures or “uppers” can be problematic for many reasons – here are some of the more common reasons: the denture goes too far back or does not go back far enough. the palate of the denture is too thick.
How do I know if my dentures fit properly?
Fit Changes Your top dentures should suction smoothly to your gums. Your bottom dentures float above your gums, but they should stay in your mouth easily. And partial dentures should stay in line with your natural teeth without significant movement.
What can you do if your dentures don’t fit?
Ill-fitting dentures can cause soreness, swelling and even an increased risk of infection – so if you’re noticing problems, it’s best to contact your dentist as soon as possible to check if you need to get your prosthesis refitted.
What happens if you don’t wear your dentures all the time?
Not wearing them regularly If you don’t, then your dentures could dry out and deform (especially if they’re not soaked in water when you aren’t wearing them). And if your dentures are new, wearing them regularly will help your mouth get used to them sooner, making your adjustment period shorter.
Why do my new dentures look so big?
As the jawbone shrinks, becoming smaller in both height and width, the gum ridge it supports shrinks too. Because dentures rest on that gum ridge and are customized to fit its shape and size, dentures loosen as this happens, and for many patients, end up feeling too big for their mouths.
Why are most dentures on the thick side?
Most denture manufacturers err on the thick side when shaping the palate because overly thin pieces are more likely to crack and fracture under normal chewing forces.
Why do my dentures crack after a while?
If it occurs after a while of wearing the dentures (so not an initial psychological reflex) it may be due to looseness or the denture rocking. If you are having problems with a new set, the palate (roof) of your denture could be too thick, the post dam too far back,…
What happens when a dentist makes your dentures too tall?
This happens when dentists don’t have a good way to judge the proper height and try to make up for the problem of too short dentures and just make your dentures too tall. This can also cause problems for you. With too tall dentures, you may feel sore in your jaws because your jaw isn’t designed to be held open so wide.
Why are my teeth too short for my dentures?
It’s common for dentures to be too short. The problem is that dentists often try to replicate the dimensions of your teeth as they were shortly before they were lost. By this point, they were often badly worn down, which means your dentist is reproducing an aged smile and contributing to an aged appearance.