Tooth Replacement Options for Everyday Comfort and Confidence
Peoria Dental Care helps patients replace missing teeth with full and partial dentures planned around fit, function, and appearance.
Located on N Rockwood Dr in Peoria, our office welcomes patients from Peoria, Peoria Heights, Dunlap, East Peoria, Morton, Washington, Bartonville, and nearby Central Illinois communities.
Missing teeth can affect chewing, speech, facial support, and confidence. Dentures and partial dentures are removable tooth replacement options designed to restore appearance and everyday function.
A denture replaces missing teeth and surrounding tissue and is made to closely resemble natural teeth. Depending on the patient’s needs, treatment may involve a complete denture, a partial denture, or another tooth replacement option.
Full Dentures and Partial Dentures
- Complete dentures: Used when all teeth are missing on an upper or lower arch.
- Partial dentures: Used when some natural teeth remain and the appliance fills spaces created by missing teeth.
- Conventional dentures: Made after teeth are removed and the gum tissue has healed, which usually takes about 4 to 6 weeks.
- Immediate dentures: Made in advance and placed after teeth are removed so the patient does not have to go without teeth during the healing period.
Why Fit and Follow-Up Matter
As tissues heal and change, dentures may need adjustments. Over time, dentures can also require repair, relining, or replacement because of normal wear and changes in the mouth.
Replacing Missing Teeth Helps Protect Your Smile
A partial denture can help fill spaces and reduce the chance that remaining teeth shift out of position. A full denture can restore a natural-looking smile and support day-to-day function.
Schedule a Denture Consultation in Peoria
Peoria Dental Care can help you compare full dentures, partial dentures, implant-supported options, and other tooth replacement choices.
Questions Patients Often Ask
What is the difference between a full denture and a partial denture?
A full denture replaces all teeth on an arch. A partial denture replaces several missing teeth while some natural teeth remain.
How long does it take to get a conventional denture?
Conventional dentures are usually made after the gums heal following extractions, which often takes about 4 to 6 weeks.
