DENTURE FIT AND BONE LOSS
The bone loss you will experience after you have lost teeth can lead to ill-fitting dentures – visit your Denturist to discuss solutions to restore proper denture fit and function.…
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MAKING DENTURES: DENTAL IMPRESSIONS
You have had your denture consultation and now you’re ready to have a new denture made – exciting! So where does your Denturist begin? With impressions. (more…)
HOW CAN I GET THROUGH MY IMPRESSIONS WITHOUT GAGGING?
Ask most patients about their least favourite part of having a denture reline or a new denture made, and chances are they will mention impressions – and the gag reflex…
Reducing dental appointment anxiety for patients with Alzheimer’s
January is Alzheimer Awareness Month Appointments with health care practitioners are a routine part of life for any person with Alzheimer’s. However, like all changes to that person’s routine, they…
How to tell if denture problems are affecting a loved one with Alzheimer’s
January is Alzheimer Awareness Month Because Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias are progressive in nature, it is inevitable that verbal communication between a patient and their Denturist will become problematic…
Quality of life for the edentulous Alzheimers patient
Caregiver support is essential to a loved one’s quality of life January is Alzheimer Awareness Month Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive and degenerative disease of the brain. While Alzheimer’s remains…
Denture care for Alzheimer’s patients
January is Alzheimer Awareness Month If you are caregiver to a loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s, you may need to assist them with proper denture and oral care. In the…
What to eat when eating is a challenge?
As anyone who’s just had oral surgery knows, meals while your mouth heals can be difficult. Foods must be soft and easy to eat, but since healing can take a…
Recall visits ensure great returns on your investment
Once you have your denture, you can forget about it, right? Wrong! Annual recall appointments will be needed to keep you healthy, comfortable, and smiling. (more…)
Don’t ignore problem signs
Experiencing oral pain? See your Denturist! Most denture wearers know the tell-tale signs that mean a trip to your Denturist – sore spots, chipped teeth, or broken dentures. However, other…