Dentures in Tribeca, NYC

What Are Dentures?

Dentures are custom-made removable appliances designed to replace missing teeth and surrounding tissues. They help patients restore chewing ability, improve speech clarity, and bring back the confidence that comes with a natural-looking smile.

Unlike older dentures that often felt bulky or unnatural, modern dentures are designed with biocompatible materials, advanced resins, and digital scanning for a precise fit. At Tribeca Dental Studio, every denture is tailored to the shape of your mouth and your aesthetic preferences, ensuring comfort and long-lasting wear.

Why Choose Dentures?

Dentures are a time-tested solution for tooth loss, and today’s options are more advanced than ever. Benefits include:

• Restored chewing and speech function
• Improved facial structure and appearance
• Increased confidence in social settings
• Cost-effective alternatives to implants
• Custom fit for comfort and stability

Whether you’re missing a few teeth or a full arch, dentures in NYC offer a practical and aesthetic solution tailored to your lifestyle.

Types of Dentures in Tribeca, NYC

At Tribeca Dental Studio, we offer a full spectrum of denture options to meet individual needs. From traditional styles to advanced implant-supported dentures, we’ll guide you through your choices and recommend the option that best fits your goals, budget, and oral health. Explore the different types of dentures available below.

What Are Conventional Dentures?

Conventional dentures are removable full-arch teeth replacements that rest on the gums. Patients remove them at night to soak them in cleaning solution and place them back into their mouth in the morning. You’ve likely known a family member with this type of denture, as it was the only option until fairly recently.

Conventional dentures remain popular due to their relatively low cost. There is also no restriction on how much bone structure a patient must have to be a candidate for conventional dentures. For some patients, conventional dentures may also be considered after tooth extractions to replace missing teeth.

What is a Partial Denture?

Partial dentures represent something between full-arch dentures and a bridge. You may be missing teeth, but not all of your top or bottom teeth. They likely aren’t all in a row, or you’d be a candidate for a bridge. A partial denture can replace any combination of teeth on the same arch–three top right molars and both top left premolars, for example.

Partial dentures are removable, like conventional dentures. But a partial tends to be more stable than full dentures, thanks to the remaining natural teeth anchoring it. In certain cases, a dental crown or bridge may also be recommended as an alternative to a partial denture, depending on the number and placement of missing teeth.

Full (Complete) Dentures

Complete dentures replace an entire arch of missing teeth, either upper, lower, or both. These dentures rest directly on the gums and restore both aesthetics and function for patients who have lost all of their natural teeth.

Thanks to advances in dental design, modern complete dentures are far more comfortable and natural-looking than those of the past. We customize the size, shape, and shade of your new teeth so they enhance your facial structure and restore confidence in your smile.

Immediate / Same-Day Dentures

With same-day dentures, NYC patients can leave our office with a complete smile the very same day their teeth are removed. Immediate dentures allow patients to avoid the inconvenience of being without teeth during the healing period.

Key benefits:

• No time spent without teeth
  
• Helps protect gums during the healing process
  
• Provides an immediate boost in confidence

Once your gums heal, adjustments or a permanent replacement may be recommended to ensure long-term comfort and stability.

What Are Implant-Supported Dentures?

Also sometimes called permanent dentures, implant-supported dentures are a full-arch teeth replacement attached to dental implants. Titanium screws act as roots to hold and support these dentures. No clicking, clacking, or slipping. They’re fixed to your jaw and act just like teeth. You brush them just like teeth. There are a few types of implant-supported dentures, including:

• All-on-4: Four standard dental implants are surgically placed into each of the two alveolar bones to support the dentures.
• All-on-6: Six dental implants support the dentures. This offers more support for the prosthesis and stimulation for the jawbone, but not everyone is a candidate. It depends upon existing bone structure and other factors.
• All-on-x: This is the same as above, but with any number of implants other than the usual four or six.
• Zygomatic implants: Some patients with excessive bone loss in their top arch can benefit from these longer titanium implants which we place in the zygomatic bone instead of the alveolar bone.

Note: All-on-4 has also become somewhat of a catch-all term for implant-supported dentures in general, so you may see it used in reference to dentures on any number of implants (4, 6, or other).

Snap-In (Implant-Retained) Dentures

Snap-in dentures (also called implant-retained dentures) are removable dentures that “snap” onto dental implants. They provide a secure fit but can still be removed for easy cleaning.

These dentures are especially popular because they:

• Offer more stability than conventional dentures
  
• Are easier to maintain than fixed implant bridges
  
• Provide an affordable middle ground between traditional dentures and full implant restorations

Flexible Dentures

Flexible dentures are made with lightweight, flexible materials (such as Valplast) that fit snugly and comfortably over your gums. They are a great option for patients with irregular ridges, metal allergies, or those seeking a more natural feel.

Benefits:

• No metal clasps; blends with your gum color
  
• Softer and more comfortable to wear
  
• Less likely to cause sore spots
  
• Highly durable and resistant to fractures

All-on-4 vs Conventional Dentures

You and your care team at Tribeca Dental Studio will decide based on your lifestyle and needs which choice of dentures is best for you. That said, any patient who can receive implant-supported dentures is generally best-served to do so. When we compare the All-on-4 family of teeth replacements to conventional dentures, we see the following benefits:

• Jawbone stimulation: The implants interact with your jawbone in a way that prevents bone loss. Without tooth roots or implants creating everyday pressure on the jawbone, the bone tissue will eventually resorb.
• Facial structure: When jawbone tissue resorbs, this bone loss eventually leaves a sunken looking face, characteristic of toothlessness.
• Permanent: Conventional dentures must be remade periodically. This is because they don’t prevent bone loss, and the shape of the jawbone changes over time as bone tissue resorbs. Implant-supported dentures are typically one-and-done.
• Cost: While all-on-4 is significantly more expensive than traditional dentures, you only have to bear the cost once, as opposed to once every 7 to 10 years. You also won’t have the regular expense of specialized supplies, as patients with conventional dentures do.
• Stability: Implant-supported dentures don’t click when you talk or slip while you’re eating. They’re fixed in your mouth and do not move.
• Low maintenance: No taking your teeth out and soaking them on the bedside table. Simply brush and floss. Your flossing technique will look a little different, but we can help!

Which Denture Option Is Right for You?

Choosing the right denture depends on your oral health, the number of missing teeth, budget, and lifestyle preferences. During your consultation, our team will evaluate your teeth, gums, and jawbone to recommend the most suitable option, whether it’s a partial, complete, flexible, or implant-supported denture.

What to Expect With New Dentures

It’s normal to need a short adjustment period when getting dentures. You may experience slight changes in comfort, chewing, and speaking as your mouth adapts. At Tribeca Dental Studio, we guide you through every step with follow-up visits and adjustments to ensure your dentures fit comfortably and look natural.

Caring for Your Dentures

Proper care extends the lifespan of your dentures and protects your oral health. Tips include:

• Brush dentures daily with a soft brush (avoid harsh toothpaste)
  
• Soak dentures overnight in a cleansing solution
  
• Clean your gums, tongue, and palate to prevent infection
  
• Rinse after meals to remove food particles
  
• Avoid hot water that may warp denture materials

Alternatives to Dentures

While dentures remain a reliable solution, alternatives include:

• Dental Bridges: Replace a few missing teeth using crowns on adjacent teeth.
  
• Dental Implants: A Permanent solution that replaces individual teeth or supports full arches.
  
• All-on-4 Implants: Hybrid solution combining implants with a full arch restoration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will dentures affect how I look?

Modern dentures are designed to look incredibly natural and will support your facial features, often resulting in a more youthful and vibrant appearance.

How long will my dentures last?

With proper care, dentures can last for several years. They will need to be relined or replaced over time as your mouth changes.

Can I sleep with my dentures in?

It is generally recommended to remove your dentures at night to give your gum tissues a chance to rest and to allow for proper cleaning.

Get All-on-4 Dentures in NYC

Are you ready to restore your smile with modern dentures? Book an appointment with Tribeca Dental Studio today to learn more about teeth replacement options including all-on-4, conventional dentures, and partial dentures. The multi-specialist team in our Lower Manhattan office will help you decide what’s best for you and see you through the entire treatment process.

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