Cosmetic Dental Partials

For years we have been trying to make a great looking partial that replaces several teeth at once. With
today's new materials and high-technology, we are able to provide you with partial dentures which are
lightweight, durable and very esthetically pleasing. We design our new partials to have clasps which are
the same color as you teeth thus eliminating those unsightly metal clasps that were common in partials of
the past.

Call North Country Dental today to inquire further about the Dental-D Partial and how it will greatly enhance
your smile.

How to Care for Your Cosmetic Partial

Rinse your partial after every meal.

Clean your partial thoroughly, at least once a day. As materials for partials may vary, consult with your
dentist on which cleaning methods and products are best suited for your particular partial. Never use
alcohol, abrasive cleaners, bleaches, whiteners or boiling water to clean or soak your partial, unless
specified by the dentist.

While brushing your "other" teeth, pay special attention to cleaning the teeth that fit under the denture's
clasps. Plaque that becomes trapped under the clasps will increase the risk of tooth decay. Your dentist or
dental hygienist can demonstrate how to properly brush and clean between teeth.

Partial dentures normally should be worn at night. A partial can dry out and distort if left outside a moist
environment. Keep your partial immersed in soaking solution or water whenever you are not wearing it.

Over time, adjusting the denture may be necessary. As you age, your mouth naturally changes, which can
affect the fit of the denture. Your bone and gum ridges can recede or shrink, resulting in a loose-fitting
denture. Loose dentures can cause various problems, including sores or infections.

Dentures that do not fit properly should be adjusted by your dentist rather than trying to fix the problem
yourself. Using a do-it-yourself kit can damage the appliance beyond repair. Glues sold over-the-counter
often contain harmful chemicals and should not be used on a denture.

If your denture no longer fits properly, if it breaks, cracks or chips, or if one of the teeth becomes loose,
call North Country Dental immediately. In many cases, we can make necessary adjustments or repairs on
the same day.

Wearing Your New
Cosmetic Partial

Your partial denture is made to fit
your mouth easily. It should not be
necessary to force the partial in
place. Care should be taken when
placing or removing your partial so
that the clasps are not damaged.

Replacing missing teeth should make
eating a more pleasant experience.
By following these basic guidelines,
eating on your new partial should
soon feel completely natural.

Start out by eating soft foods that
are cut into small pieces.

Chew on both sides of the mouth to
keep even pressure on the denture.

Avoid foods that are extremely
sticky or hard. You may want to
avoid chewing gum while you adjust
to the denture.

It is very important that you wear
your denture every day. If you don't
wear your partial for an extended
period of time, the partial may not fit
as well as it should.

COSMETIC DENTISTRY