Getting new dentures is a significant step toward restoring your smile and improving your quality of life. If you’re considering this tooth replacement option, you might be wondering what the denture fitting process actually involves. At BlueDot Dental, Dr. Aaron Jeziorski and our team want to help you understand what to expect when getting fitted for dentures so you can approach your appointments with confidence.
The Initial Consultation and Examination
Your journey toward custom dentures begins with a comprehensive examination. During this first visit, Dr. Jeziorski will evaluate your oral health, take X-rays, and discuss your specific needs and goals. If you still have remaining teeth that need to be extracted, we’ll create a treatment plan that allows for proper healing before moving forward with denture fabrication.
How Are Dentures Made?
Understanding how dentures are made helps demystify the process. Creating your custom dentures involves several precise steps:
- Impressions: We take detailed impressions of your gums and any remaining teeth using special dental putty or digital scanning technology
- Bite registration: We record how your upper and lower jaws come together to ensure proper alignment
- Measurements: We take specific measurements of your mouth, including the distance between your jaws and the shape of your bite
- Fabrication: A dental laboratory uses these specifications to craft your dentures from high-quality materials
The Try-In Appointment
Before your final dentures are completed, you’ll have a try-in appointment where we’ll test a wax model or temporary version. This crucial step in the denture fitting process allows Dr. Jeziorski to check the fit, appearance, and comfort of your dentures. You’ll have the opportunity to see how they look and feel, and we can make any necessary adjustments before the final product is created.
Receiving Your Custom Dentures
Once your dentures are ready, you’ll return to our Gilbert, AZ, office for the final fitting. Dr. Jeziorski will carefully place your new dentures and make any minor adjustments needed for optimal comfort and function. We’ll provide detailed instructions on how to care for your dentures and what to expect during the adjustment period.
What to Expect After Getting Fitted for Dentures
It’s completely normal to need an adjustment period after receiving your new dentures. You might experience some initial discomfort, increased saliva production, or difficulty speaking and eating. These issues typically resolve within a few weeks as your mouth adapts. During this time, we recommend:
- Starting with soft foods and gradually introducing more solid options
- Practicing speaking out loud to adjust to the feel of your dentures
- Following the care instructions we provide
- Scheduling follow-up appointments as recommended
Follow-Up Care and Adjustments
The denture fitting process doesn’t end when you walk out of our office with your new smile. We’ll schedule follow-up appointments to ensure your dentures continue to fit properly and address any concerns you might have. Your mouth naturally changes over time, so periodic adjustments may be necessary to maintain the best possible fit.
If you’re ready to explore your tooth replacement options or have questions about getting fitted for dentures, our team at BlueDot Dental is here to help. Dr. Aaron Jeziorski has extensive experience creating beautiful, functional custom dentures that restore both confidence and quality of life. Call us today at (480) 712-6728 to schedule your consultation at our Gilbert, AZ, office.