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Lee Schriftman, DDS
Dentures & Partials
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Dentures & Partials in Northeast Philadelphia, PA

Do you have missing teeth? Do you remember the last time you smiled with confidence or enjoyed your favorite foods? Do you wish there was a solution that didn’t involve uncomfortable, fake-looking dentures?

You’re in luck because today there’s more than one option to replace missing teeth in Northeast Philadelphia. With full and partial dentures, fixed bridges, and dental implants, Dr. Lee Schriftman and Dr. Javier Ambriz can restore your smile and give you a new outlook on life.

older patient getting dentures in PhiladelphiaTypes of Dentures We Offer in Philadelphia

The Philadelphia Dentist offers three basic types of dentures:

  • Full dentures:

    • If all your teeth are missing from your upper arch, lower arch, or both, our dentists would recommend full dentures. 

  • Partials:

    • We recommend partials for those with partial tooth loss. Partials are designed to fit in and around existing teeth to complete your smile.

  • Implant dentures:

    • Adding dental implants to your full or partial dentures makes them stable and secure.

Why Choose Dentures and Partial from The Philadelphia Dentist?

There are many reasons why replacing your teeth with dentures or partials is an excellent way to restore your smile’s beauty and functionality. You’ll be amazed at how incredibly natural your new teeth will look. Consider these benefits of dentures and partials in Philadelphia:

Improved Natural Appearance

Your new prosthetic teeth can restore your smile’s natural beauty, and your self-confidence will skyrocket! You’ll love your new and improved look.

Improved Chewing and Speech

With dentures and partials, you can eat a wide variety of different foods and speak clearly and confidently. Imagine eating steak again!

Improved Oral Health

Replacing your teeth with dentures and partials can prevent gum disease and tooth decay and maintain alignment. Your smile will thank you!

Frequently Asked Questions

Thanks to modern dental technology, your options for replacing teeth in Philadelphia are numerous and may be tailored to your individual needs. For example, if you have lost some teeth but still retain several healthy teeth in the correct positions, you may benefit from a partial denture. Partial dentures are removable for cleaning and, when used, attach to nearby natural teeth for security via special connectors designed to fit your smile.

The number of teeth you need for a partial denture will vary based on a few factors. First, the size of your partial denture may require a more stable anchor than a single tooth. Also, our dentists may protect and strengthen your natural anchor teeth with dental crowns to improve stability.

Implant-Supported Dentures Stay Securely in Place

Partial dentures may also use dental implants to secure themselves in your mouth. Dentures that won’t stay in place may irritate your gums and prevent you from enjoying some of the healthiest food available.

Dental implants are the next best thing to natural teeth because they include an artificial root that we surgically place in your bone.

When we implant your artificial tooth roots, and they have completely healed, we’ll supply your new partial dentures with a unique adapter so that they snap into your implants. Like the natural teeth which support a conventional partial denture, implant-supported dentures require only a few strategically placed artificial tooth roots to support an extensive restoration.

Partial dentures, like all prosthetics, have a lifespan, but you can improve their longevity through healthy habits like visiting the dentist regularly for preventive checkups and keeping your dentures clean.

As far as maintenance, there is no hard or fast rule. If your dentures feel loose—you’re applying adhesives throughout the day—or cracked or damaged, it’s time to see the dentist for adjustments and maintenance.

In some cases, partial dentures can be repaired. Other times, they may need replacing. Your dentist will assess your prosthetic and discuss the options with you.

At-Home Care for Partial Dentures

To help prolong the life of your partial dentures, soak it in a denture bath for disinfecting. You can also rinse it a few times per day. And remember to brush and floss your remaining teeth at least twice daily. The health of your remaining teeth is crucial to your partial’s fit and function.

Additionally, you should talk to your dentist if you notice any cracks or damage. Cracks allow bacteria to collect and leave the prosthetic vulnerable to breakage.

For More Information about Partial Dentures in Philadelphia, Call Us

To learn more or arrange a visit or consultation with your Philadelphia dentist, contact a team member today.

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Modern, Comfortable Dentures

Are you discouraged by your older dentures that never really fit right and cause irritation and sores in your mouth? You’ll be thrilled to know that today’s dentures are far more comfortable than what you are wearing. Our Philadelphia dental office dentures are made using state-of-the-art materials that are lighter, softer, and conform snugly to the contours of your jaw.

We Customize Your Dentures for Your Smile

Today, we have access to modern dental materials that enable our dentists to customize every detail of your dentures. Each artificial tooth is customized for shape, shade, size, and position in the comfortable acrylic base. We’ll create a wax mockup of your new dentures so we can make adjustments as needed and deliver customized dentures that are as unique as your smile.

Meet Our Doctor:

Philadelphia dentist Dr. Lee Schriftman , DDS, FAGD, FICOI

Dr. Lee Schriftman DDS, FAGD, FICOI

Thank you for choosing The Philadelphia Dentist, Philadelphia’s Most Convenient Dentist!

Our highly-skilled, kind, and friendly team will AMAZE you! I grew up in the Philadelphia area and graduated from the Temple University School of Dentistry. I then served in the United States Air Force as a dentist both in Virginia and Texas, where I received advanced training in all of the dental specialties. As a general dentist, I continue to attend many hours of advanced dental training every year so that I can give the families in my care the ...

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Implant-Supported Dentures Stay Securely in Place

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If you wear removable complete dentures or partials, you know how embarrassing it can be to laugh or sneeze and have them shift or even fall out. Dentures that don’t stay in place also cause discomfort and irritation and make it difficult to enjoy all your favorite foods comfortably again.

At The Philadelphia Dentist, we use dental implants to hold your dentures securely in place. A dental implant is a titanium replacement tooth root. It is placed surgically in your jaw and allowed to heal. We’ll design your new full or partial dentures with attachments that clip onto the dental implant in your jaw. Implant dentures placed at our Northeast Philadelphia dental office will stay securely in place and are as close in fit, feel, and function as possible to natural teeth.

Tooth Replacements to Fit Your Needs in Northeast Philadelphia

At The Philadelphia Dentist, we’ll work with you to find the tooth replacement that best fits all your needs. Full and partial dentures, dental implants, and dental bridges are all excellent options, and we’ll explain the pros and cons of each.

Please call our Philadelphia dental office to schedule an appointment with Dr. Schriftman or Dr. Ambriz.

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