{"id":173,"date":"2018-08-07T20:38:34","date_gmt":"2018-08-07T20:38:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.schumacherdental.com\/blog\/?p=173"},"modified":"2018-10-22T19:49:35","modified_gmt":"2018-10-22T19:49:35","slug":"denture-wakefield","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.schumacherdental.com\/blog\/denture-wakefield\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Do When Your Denture Doesn\u2019t Fit Properly"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"denturesDentures are a great way to replace several missing teeth — as long as they fit properly. If you are having trouble with a loose, uncomfortable, or ill-fitting <\/span>denture<\/span><\/a> in Wakefield, your dentist can help you find a solution. Keep reading to learn more about why dentures lose their fit over time and what you can do about it. Because everyone deserves to enjoy all the benefits of a complete, healthy, and properly-functioning smile.<\/span><\/p>\n

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How Dentures Are Created<\/span><\/h2>\n

Whether it is complete or partial, a denture is created over the course of several weeks and multiple visits to your dentist\u2019s office. It will take a few iterations to get the fit just right. First, impressions and X-rays of your jaw and any remaining teeth are taken. From these specifications, a wax-up model is created and tested out. After adjustments are made based on the way your upper and lower jaw fit together, an initial denture will be created in a separate lab. You\u2019ll visit your dentist again for more tweaks as necessary. Once the proper alignment is achieved, the process is complete — and you get to go home with a comfortable, well-fitting denture. You can expect a conventional denture to last for 5 to 7 years before it will need to be replaced. <\/span><\/p>\n

What Causes a Loose Denture?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Even if all the above steps are completed, a denture may still feel loose or uncomfortable over time. This can be the result of several factors. Some of the most common reasons for an ill-fitting denture include:<\/span><\/p>\n