Dentures Aren’t Just For Seniors— Here Are Other People Who Can Benefit From Them!

Dentures are one of the easiest and most convenient tooth replacement options, and they’re remarkably popular among anyone who is missing teeth. Often, that means that they’re closely associated with seniors, who make up a large part of the people who lose teeth.

However, they’re far from the only ones who can lose teeth, which means that they aren’t the only ones who can benefit from dentures. Here are a few examples of people who could potentially get a lot of use out of dentures.

Pregnant People

Pregnancy comes with a wide variety of health complications; hormones rage, and the body often pulls resources from elsewhere to support the growing baby. That’s certainly true of the mouth, and one of the consequences of that is that pregnant people can see their oral health start to suffer.

For that reason, it’s not uncommon for people to lose some of their teeth during pregnancy. For these people, dentures are a quick, non-invasive solution that can restore their appearance.

Teenagers

Teenagers can get themselves in a lot of trouble, and sometimes that means losing teeth. If a teenager loses a tooth they might want a dental implant, but dentists recommend against this. Teens’ jaws are still growing, which means that the hole that a dental implant makes will probably grow as well. In certain cases, this can cause a dental implant to fall out.

Teenagers can get dental bridges, but this requires grinding down healthy teeth, which isn’t ideal if they want to get dental implants in adulthood. For that reason, a set of dentures is a great pick for teens who are looking to replace their teeth.

Immunocompromised People

Dental implants are often recommended for people who are missing teeth, but the fact is that getting them requires surgery, and that isn’t always a good idea for everyone.

For people with cancer, diabetes, or who are on immunosuppressants, recovery after the surgery can be difficult. For these people, dentures can quickly and non-invasively replace any teeth that they’ve lost.

If you’re interested in getting a tooth replaced, you should remember that dentures aren’t just for seniors. In fact, they may be the perfect option for you!

About the Author

Dr. DawnMarie DiGrazia is a dentist who loves nothing more than being able to welcome new patients into her office, making them feel comfortable and at home while receiving the highest quality of oral healthcare. Dr. DiGrazia received her DMD from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, and she is a proud member of both the Academy of General Dentistry and the New Jersey Dental Association.

If you have any questions about how you could benefit from dentures, she can be reached at her website or by phone at (908) 722-2999.