Dentures are removable appliances that replace missing teeth and the surrounding gum tissue. Complete dentures are used when all the teeth in one or both jaws are missing, while partial dentures fill the gaps between remaining natural teeth. Modern dentures have come a long way in materials and design: they are lighter, more comfortable and far closer in appearance to natural teeth and gums than ever before.
Dentures may be a good option if you have lost several teeth through decay, gum disease or age, if chewing or speaking clearly has become difficult, or if your face looks less supported because of missing teeth. If you already wear an older denture that has become loose or causes sore spots, it may be time for a reline or replacement. Your dentist can also compare dentures with alternatives such as implants.
Making a denture involves several stages. We start with an examination and precise impressions of your jaws, then record how your teeth meet and choose the shape and shade of the new teeth with you to suit your face. A try-in appointment lets us check comfort and appearance before the final denture is made. At the fitting, we make any adjustments needed and arrange follow-up visits for the first few weeks.
It’s normal to need a short settling-in period while you get used to eating and speaking with new dentures. Start with soft foods cut into small pieces, clean your denture every day and take it out at night unless your dentist advises otherwise. At Smile Clinic, we work with trusted dental laboratories and give every patient the time and gentle attention they deserve, with follow-up care at our clinic in Damascus.
Treatments include
- Porcelain and zirconia crowns
- Fixed bridges
- Complete dentures
- Removable partial dentures
- Flexible partial dentures
- Implant-supported overdentures
- Immediate dentures after extraction
- Denture relining and adjustment
- Denture repairs