Woodinville Dentures

Missing teeth significantly impact your quality of life, from eating comfortably to affecting your confidence when speaking or smiling. Dentures are a great solution for replacing multiple missing teeth, restoring both function and aesthetics. Contact a Woodinville dentist for your consultation today.

At Eckland Family Dentistry in Woodinville, we provide custom-designed dentures that look natural and feel comfortable for patients seeking to regain their complete smile. We use a risk-based approach, tailoring treatments individually to minimize failure and future disease.

Types of Dentures We Offer

Dentures have evolved significantly over the years, and today’s options are more comfortable and natural-looking than ever before. We offer the following dentures to meet your specific needs:

Complete Dentures

Complete dentures replace all teeth in either your upper jaw, lower jaw, or both. These removable appliances rest directly on your gums and are custom-crafted to fit the unique contours of your mouth. Modern complete dentures feature:

• Natural-looking teeth arranged to complement your facial structure
• Gum-colored bases that blend seamlessly with your natural tissues
• Precise fit for optimal comfort and function
• Durable materials that resist staining and wear

For patients transitioning to dentures after tooth extraction, we may recommend immediate dentures that can be placed the same day as extractions, ensuring you never go without teeth during the healing process.

Partial Dentures

If you have healthy, natural teeth remaining, partial dentures are able to fill in the gaps while preserving your natural teeth. These removable appliances use a gum-colored base with replacement teeth attached and metal clasps or precision attachments that anchor to your natural teeth for stability.

Partial dentures may prevent your remaining teeth from shifting position and distribute the forces of chewing across your entire mouth, protecting your natural teeth from excessive wear.

Implant-Supported Dentures

For the ultimate stability and chewing function, we offer implant-supported denture options. These advanced solutions use dental implants—small titanium posts surgically placed in your jawbone—to secure your dentures firmly in place.

Implant-supported dentures can provide up to 90% of the chewing efficiency of natural teeth, a significant improvement over traditional dentures.

Implant-supported options include:

• Overdentures that snap onto implants but remain removable for cleaning
• Fixed implant-supported dentures that stay permanently in place
• All-on-4 or All-on-6 solutions that support a full arch of teeth with just 4-6 strategically placed implants

These solutions eliminate slipping, prevent bone loss in your jaw, and provide a more natural feel than conventional dentures.

The Denture Process at Eckland Family Dentistry

Comprehensive Consultation

Your denture journey begins with a thorough evaluation of your oral health, remaining teeth, jaw structure, and aesthetic goals. We take the time to understand your specific needs and concerns, discussing options and helping you select the denture solution best suited to your situation.

During this consultation, we’ll:

• Examine your mouth and take detailed measurements
• Discuss your expectations and address any questions
• Review treatment options and associated costs
• Create a personalized treatment plan
• Take preliminary impressions if appropriate

Custom Design and Fabrication

Once we’ve determined the right denture solution for you, we’ll take precise impressions of your mouth. These impressions are the foundation for designing dentures that fit comfortably and function properly.

Our design process involves:

• Multiple impressions to capture the exact contours of your gums
• Bite registrations to ensure proper alignment
• Try-in appointments with wax models to refine the fit and appearance
• Selection of tooth shape, size, and color that complement your facial features and look natural

We work with premium dental labs that use high-quality materials and advanced techniques to make dentures that look natural and stand the test of time.

Fitting and Adjustments

When your dentures are ready, we’ll schedule an appointment for the final fitting. During this visit, we’ll:

• Place your new dentures and make any necessary adjustments
• Provide detailed instructions for care and maintenance
• Review proper insertion and removal techniques
• Address any initial discomfort or fit issues
• Schedule follow-up appointments to ensure ongoing comfort

It’s normal to need some adjustment time with new dentures. Your mouth may produce more saliva initially, and you might experience some soreness as you get accustomed to the appliance. Most patients adapt within a few weeks, and we’re here to help with any adjustments needed during this transition period.

Caring for Your Dentures

Routine maintenance extends the life of your dentures and protects your oral health. We recommend:

• Removing and rinsing dentures after eating
• Brushing dentures daily with a soft brush and denture cleaner
• Soaking dentures overnight in a denture solution
• Handling dentures carefully to avoid dropping and damage
• Continuing regular dental checkups for oral health monitoring
• Having professional denture cleanings and evaluations annually

With proper care, dentures typically last 5-7 years before replacement due to normal wear and changes in your mouth’s structure over time.

Why Choose Eckland Family Dentistry for Your Dentures

At Eckland Family Dentistry, we understand the significant impact that well-fitting, natural-looking dentures can have on your quality of life. Our approach to denture treatment focuses on creating restorations that balance aesthetics, comfort, and functionality. We take pride in our risk-based approach, tailoring treatments individually to minimize failure and future complications.

Our team brings years of experience in designing and fitting dentures that truly enhance our patients’ lives. We use advanced techniques and premium materials to ensure your dentures look natural, feel comfortable, and function properly for years to come. Contact Eckland Family Dentistry today through our appointment request form to schedule your denture consultation and take the first step toward reclaiming your confident smile.