If you’re missing multiple teeth, dentures can help restore your smile, confidence, and ability to chew comfortably. At Hays Dentistry in Waxhaw, NC, Dr. William Hays offers beautifully crafted, custom-fit dentures tailored to your needs. We take a thoughtful, relationship-focused approach to ensure you feel heard, cared for, and empowered throughout the process.
Restore Your Ability to Eat and Speak Confidently
Dentures are custom-made prosthetic devices that replace missing teeth. They consist of a gum-colored acrylic base that supports natural-looking artificial teeth and can be either full (replacing all teeth) or partial (replacing some teeth). Dentures rest securely on your gums or may be supported by dental implants for added stability. At Hays Dentistry, we ensure your dentures are carefully crafted to fit comfortably, function naturally, and enhance your appearance, helping you eat, speak, and smile with renewed confidence.
Why You Might Need Dentures:
- To replace multiple missing or severely damaged teeth
- To restore the ability to chew and speak properly
- To improve the appearance of your smile and facial structure
- To prevent remaining teeth from shifting out of place
- To enhance comfort and confidence in social settings
- To support overall oral health and bite alignment
Types of Dentures
Complete Dentures
Complete dentures are used when all the natural teeth in the upper or lower arch or both are missing. These rest on your gums and are custom-designed to mimic the look and function of natural teeth. Dr. Hays ensures a precise and comfortable fit so you can eat, speak, and smile comfortably. These dentures may be conventional (placed after the gums heal) or immediate (inserted right after tooth extraction), depending on your unique situation.
Partial Dentures
Partial dentures are ideal if you’re missing several (but not all) teeth. They consist of replacement teeth attached to a metal or acrylic framework that anchors to your existing teeth, filling in the gaps for a seamless look. At Hays Dentistry, we customize your partial denture to blend naturally with your remaining teeth and restore proper bite alignment. This option is removable and helps prevent your natural teeth from shifting out of place.
Advantages of Dentures:
- Restore your ability to chew and speak properly
- Enhance your appearance with a fuller, natural-looking smile
- Support facial muscles and reduce sagging caused by tooth loss
- Removable for easy cleaning and maintenance
- More affordable than fixed restorations like implants or bridges
- Suitable for patients who are not candidates for surgery
Your Complete Denture Experience at Hays Dentistry
Consultation
Your experience begins with a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Hays. During this visit, we take the time to understand your dental history, lifestyle, and goals. Dr. Hays will examine your oral health, take digital scans and impressions, and explain all your options in clear terms. You’ll never feel rushed or pressured. If extractions are needed before fitting dentures, we’ll walk you through that process as well and ensure you know what to expect.
Treatment
Once we’ve finalized your treatment plan, we’ll begin crafting your custom dentures. If you’re receiving immediate dentures, we’ll have them ready to place on the same day as your tooth extractions. Otherwise, we wait until your gums have healed fully before placing conventional dentures. Dr. Hays carefully adjusts the fit to ensure maximum comfort, and we’ll schedule follow-ups for any refinements needed during the first few weeks.
Recovery
It’s normal to need some time to adjust to your new dentures. You may experience mild soreness, changes in speech, or increased saliva initially, but these symptoms typically improve within a few days to weeks. Our team will provide detailed instructions on how to care for your dentures and gums. We’re always here to answer questions or make adjustments as needed. We’ll also schedule regular check-ups to ensure long-term comfort and a proper fit.
Results
You’ll notice a visible transformation in your smile after your dentures are placed. As your muscles and tissues adapt over the first few weeks, your comfort will improve steadily. With proper care, your dentures can last anywhere from 5 to 10 years. At Hays Dentistry, we’re committed to helping you maintain the look, feel, and performance of your dentures.
Schedule Your Consultation With Dr. Hays
Dr. William Hays is passionate about providing thoughtful, relationship-driven care tailored to your needs. At Hays Dentistry, we believe in providing responsible and honest dentistry that empowers you to make informed decisions. If you’re considering dentures, Dr. Hays will take the time to walk you through your options and design a solution that feels natural and comfortable. Schedule your consultation today to explore your options for custom dentures in Waxhaw, NC.
