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Dentures
In most cases, patients opt for dentures when they have at least a few teeth left in their mouth. Using these remaining teeth, impressions and measurements are taken to prepare a denture that fits the patient’s dental makeup. In the initial appointment, the mouth is numbed, all the remaining teeth are removed and a set of dentures known as ‘immediate dentures’ are provided and placed in right away. When a patient first starts to use a denture, the feeling will be different and a learning curve should be followed to get used to things like talking and eating. However, with … Continue reading
Seeking effective dentures solutions in San Jose area practice
Maintaining teeth is necessary for function and wellbeing. Smiles are not only the first impression you give to others but teeth are used to help you chew and digest food. Teeth also facilitate speaking. Without teeth, we are not able to enjoy our favorite foods, communicate effectively with others, or provide a beautiful smile when we meet and greet strangers, friends, family, and coworkers. Dr. Munira Lokhandwala of the San Jose area believes in providing cosmetic and restorative dentistry to patients who have lost one or more teeth. The loss of multiple teeth will require significant restoration such as full … Continue reading
San Jose area patients can enjoy conventional dentures
The smile needs all the teeth to function properly and look great. This is why dentists in San Jose such as Dr. Munira Lokhandwala and her talented team work with patients to ensure they have access to high-quality restoration solutions to replace missing or extracted teeth. These replacements should look great while also functioning at their best. At StarBrite Dental, we offer a variety of replacement options for missing teeth including dental bridges, dental implants, and conventional dentures. Conventional dentures have been commonly used in the past to address missing teeth. They are an economical solution for patients who are … Continue reading
San Jose dentist describes dentures
Dentures are an economical solution for patients who want to address tooth loss and repair their smile afterward to maintain beauty and function. Dr. Munira Lokhandwala of StarBrite Dental in the San Jose area understands the importance of restoring smiles after tooth loss. She knows that without replacing the missing teeth, patients may experience reduced chewing and speaking efficiency, a negative change in their aesthetics, and may even notice the shifting of the existing teeth out of their proper positions. A denture is a wonderful way to keep this from happening. There are two types of dentures available through StarBrite … Continue reading
How might upper dentures maintain their stability for Fremont patients?
Dentures are a common prosthetic device used to restore a patient’s smile while also allowing them to retain some of their chewings and biting efficiency. Without teeth, patients are unable to speak clearly or enjoy many of their favorite foods. Dentures can help restore this functionality as well as the cosmetic appearance. Full dentures are used on either the upper dental arch or the lower dental arch. Some patients need dentures on both. Dentures are constructed of artificial gums and false teeth and are made to look beautiful and natural. Many patients rely on suction to maintain the stability of … Continue reading
Dentures in Fremont, San Jose
If you are having problems with your teeth, do not make a hasty decision to remove them. Call our office for a consultation. Any teeth that can be saved will contribute to the overall health of your mouth. You may not need to remove all of your teeth, and we can discuss your options once you have had a thorough examination. Regardless of the reason, a significant number or, perhaps, all of your teeth were lost, it couldn’t have been a pleasant experience. However, if you have decided to get dentures, then life is looking up, and we want to … Continue reading
Fremont area dentist offers quality dentures at an affordable price
Missing teeth should always be replaced as soon as possible to maintain the beauty, function, and health of the smile. Dr. Lokhandwala and the team of dedicated individuals at StarBrite Dental encourage patients to take the time to learn about ways of restoring teeth after they have been extracted or lost. There are three primary methods available for tooth restoration including: Dental implants Dental bridges Dentures For many of our patients seeking an economical solution, they often turn to the benefits of dentures. Dentures are of two types either full or partial. Full dentures replace the upper or lower arch … Continue reading
Fremont area dentist describes partial dentures
Patients who have experienced tooth loss are often unhappy with the negative impact it has on their smile, especially when the lost tooth is near the front of the mouth. It can make them self-conscious about their appearance when they smile, laugh, or talk with others. It can also affect their ability to speak and eat properly. Additionally, if left untreated, patients may notice their existing teeth begin to shift out of place, resulting in gaps and misalignment throughout the smile. To avoid this, it is essential that patients take the time to learn about the benefits of tooth replacement … Continue reading
Fremont area patients ask, “How much do dentures cost?”
When patients lose teeth or have them extracted, they need to speak to a dentist in the Fremont area about the best way to replace them. Replacement of missing teeth is necessary to keep the smile functioning at its best, keep it healthy, and for maintaining appearance. Dr. Munira Lokhandwala of StarBrite Dental visits with patients to help them determine the best possible method of replacement for each patient’s unique needs. How to replace teeth There are several methods of tooth replacement. This includes dentures, bridges, and dental implants. However, there is no “one size fits all” option, which is why … Continue reading
Fremont area patients can use dentures to replace missing teeth
Replacing missing teeth results in a variety of options for patients to choose from. Dr. Munira Lokhandwala and the staff of StarBrite Dental offer three types of replacement solutions – dental implants, dental bridges, and dentures. Patients in the Fremont/San Jose, area who are considering replacement options may choose dentures. What types of dentures are available? Dr. Munira Lokhandwala offers two types of dentures – complete dentures and partial dentures. The difference between the two is the number of teeth they are intended to replace. Complete dentures are the dentures many think of when they see their grandparents with false teeth. … Continue reading
Our team consists of Dr. Munira Lokhandwala and Dr. Maryum Tariq who are highly skilled dentists with decades of dental experience in both cosmetic and general dentistry.