A denture rebase is a great way to repair denture acrylic after it is weakened or damaged. This can substantially lengthen the lifespan of your dentures and reduce the risk of needing a denture replacement. This review discusses everything patients should know about a denture rebase.
By learning more about denture rebasing, you can make a more informed decision if it is right for you according to the repair needs you have for your dentures. In many cases, patients are able to keep their dentures in ideal condition for numerous years after the initial acrylic base weakens.
The base of dentures is made of a pink acrylic material that matches the ideal shade of natural gums. A denture rebase is a form of denture repair that involves replacing the entire acrylic base of the dentures. This is recommended when the denture acrylic is damaged, worn down, or weakened. During a denture rebase, the dental professional leaves the denture teeth but simply replaces the base of the teeth.
The primary purpose of a denture rebase is to repair damaged (or weekend) denture acrylic. The acrylic denture base is durable, but it can wear down over time due to general wear and tear. When this occurs, it can begin to affect how the dentures fit, increase the risk of periodontal health concerns, and cause other concerns. A denture rebase is designed to entirely transform and replace the base of the dentures, while not making any unnecessary alterations to the replacement teeth.
Denture rebasing involves an impression technique to ensure the optimal form of the acrylic base is recreated in a laboratory. After the dentist takes the necessary impressions, they are sent to the lab where the new base is created. The process can take anywhere from a few days to more than a week to complete. In the meantime, the patient can wear duplicate dentures while they await their new and improved set of primary dentures.
It is important to take proper care of dentures, especially after a rebase, to ensure they last for a long time. Most notably, patients should keep their dentures clean at all times and soak them at night to help avoid warping. It is also important to reduce the risk of dental trauma as much as possible to avoid any accidental and sudden damage.
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Are you considering a denture rebase to improve the overall condition of your dentures? If so, then reach out to us today to schedule a visit. We take genuine pride in assisting our patients, helping them achieve a smile they love, and keeping their dentures feeling comfortable at all times with denture repairs and rebasing, among other services.
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