{"id":839,"date":"2025-02-05T22:17:03","date_gmt":"2025-02-05T22:17:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.reneecorbittdds.com\/blog\/?p=839"},"modified":"2025-04-10T22:20:05","modified_gmt":"2025-04-10T22:20:05","slug":"are-dentures-still-an-option-following-years-of-tooth-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reneecorbittdds.com\/blog\/are-dentures-still-an-option-following-years-of-tooth-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Dentures Still an Option Following Years of Tooth Loss?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.reneecorbittdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/image-300x200.png\" alt=\"a patient and dentist discussing dentures\" class=\"wp-image-840\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.reneecorbittdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.reneecorbittdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/image-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.reneecorbittdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/image.png 975w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Dentures are a tried-and-true form of tooth replacement that has assisted countless generations of patients over the years, and if you have missing teeth, you might be considering this reliable solution. However, if you\u2019ve been without some (or all) of your teeth for a while, you\u2019ve likely suffered some degree of bone loss in your jaw \u2013 which might have you worried about if you\u2019re still able to receive dentures. Here\u2019s more about this issue and why dentures are often able to help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens to the Jaw When Teeth Are Missing?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When teeth are missing, the jawbone in the affected areas can begin to deteriorate and shrink, generally over the course of several months or years if left unaddressed. This process is called bone resorption, and it\u2019s due to the lack of stimulation from the tooth roots. This doesn\u2019t occur when you have all your teeth; as you bite and chew, the resulting pressure travels down through their roots and into your jaw, encouraging the bone tissue to grow and remain strong. If you have only one or two teeth missing, you may not even notice the change. However, if you\u2019re missing all of your teeth, this can make your jawbone significantly weaker, even leading to facial collapse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are Dentures Still an Option Following Bone Resorption?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re hoping to rebuild your smile after years of tooth loss that has led to bone resorption, you might be concerned that dentures could cause further harm, or that they might not be a viable option in general. If dentures are worn consistently and properly, you should not experience bone loss from wearing them; in fact, wearing dentures can actually make a noticeable difference when it comes to avoiding further bone loss since they provide a small amount of stimulation to the gums and jawbones. While this isn\u2019t anywhere near the amount provided by natural tooth roots, it\u2019s better than the entire lack of stimulation your jaw would receive without any teeth whatsoever!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can I Maintain Dentures?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While they won\u2019t completely prevent bone loss, if you\u2019re proactive with how you use your dentures and maintain them properly, they can still serve you well for many years and help your jaw. Be sure you\u2019re keeping them clean by rinsing them after meals and removing them to soak them at night. Also be sure they always fit properly; if they don\u2019t, they won\u2019t provide your jaw with any stimulation. As soon as you notice that your dentures are slipping or not fitting snugly against your gums, let your dentist know. When they fit correctly, every time you bite, clench, chew, and so on, you\u2019re giving your jaw a little of the stimulation it needs to remain healthy! &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Renee Corbitt received her DDS from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and has proudly served patients and families in Fort Worth and the surrounding DFW metroplex for several years. Her practice offers a wide range of services, including numerous options for restoring missing teeth. If you have any questions about the blog or you\u2019d like to get in touch with the practice to set up an appointment, please reach out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reneecorbittdds.com\/contact-us.html\">online<\/a> or call today for more information or assistance. <strong>Telephone: (817) 294-8821.<\/strong> &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dentures are a tried-and-true form of tooth replacement that has assisted countless generations of patients over the years, and if you have missing teeth, you might be considering this reliable solution. 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