Dentures & Mouth Guards

Dentures & Partial Dentures

Dentures are removable prosthetic devices used to replace the missing teeth. They are a popular option for partial or complete dental restoration.

Downtown Dental provides a variety of denture options to best suit you and your specific dental needs. Depending on a client’s dental needs, we offer both complete and removable partial dentures (RPD). With complete dentures, all of the natural teeth on top or bottom are removed and replaced. Impressions are taken to get a custom fit to gum tissue. Teeth can be chosen in many shapes and shades, and we will help select teeth that are the best fit for you. For added retention, complete dentures can be supported or attached with dental implants. This is particularly beneficial in the lower jaw.

RPDs are used when some natural teeth remain in the mouth. An RPD hooks onto the remaining teeth for retention with clasps. The clasps used are typically metal, but in some cases, we may choose gum or tooth colored clasps. For those who want a very esthetic result with no clasps showing, we can also discuss special crowns that can be placed on the natural teeth to which the RPD then attaches.

Night Guards & Mouth Guards

Do any of the following apply to you?

• Stress
• Flattened or chipping teeth
• Sensitive teeth
• Headaches
• TMJ – joint pain
• Many crowns or veneers
• Sore muscles in the head and neck, especially upon waking
• Someone has said they hear your teeth grinding at night
• Participate in sports/athletics

Night Guards can help project your teeth and reduce the pain and discomfort caused by grinding your teeth while in your sleep. At Downtown Dental in Charlottesville, we can create custom night guards and mouth guards for athletes. Contact us today to learn more about our custom occlusal guards and mouthguards.