OVERDENTURES

SIMPLY SMILES FAMILY & IMPLANT DENTISTRY - OVERDENTURES

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Welcome to Simply Smiles Family & Implant Dentistry

Simply Smiles Family & Implant Dentistry is committed to delivering top-quality dental care in Ashburn, VA. Our team of skilled professionals, under the leadership of Dr. Sabharwal, is focused on helping you attain a beautiful and healthy smile. Our area of expertise includes overdentures, which provide improved comfort, stability, and oral health.

What are over Dentures?


Overdentures provide a modern and innovative solution for individuals who have lost several teeth but still have some natural teeth or dental implants. Unlike traditional dentures, overdentures are designed to fit over the remaining natural teeth or dental implant posts, ensuring a stable and secure fit. This improves comfort and functionality and helps maintain the health of jawbones and oral structures.

How Overdentures Work


Overdentures can be attached to natural teeth or dental implants, serving different functions. 


  • Anchoring Natural Teeth: When a few natural teeth are healthy, they can be modified or fitted with attachments to support an overdenture. 
  • Implant Supported Overdentures: If natural teeth are not available or suitable, dental implants can be placed into the jawbone to serve as anchors for holding the overdenture in place. These implants integrate with the bone, providing a stable foundation to prevent slipping or shifting of the overdenture.


Types of Overdentures

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Overdentures Supported by Natural Teeth:


These overdentures utilize natural teeth as support. The teeth can be fitted with crowns or special attachments that clip onto the overdenture, enhancing stability. ď»ż

Overdentures Example

Implant-Supported Overdentures:


Dental implants serve as the anchorage for patients with no remaining teeth or whose teeth cannot support an overdenture. Typically, two to four dental implants are placed in the jawbone. The overdenture can then be attached to the implants, providing superior comfort and retention.

Types of Overdentures

Overdentures Supported by Natural Teeth

Overdentures Supported by Natural Teeth:


These overdentures utilize natural teeth as support. The teeth can be fitted with crowns or special attachments that clip onto the overdenture, enhancing stability. 

Overdentures Implant Supported

Implant-Supported Overdentures:


Dental implants serve as the anchorage for patients with no remaining teeth or whose teeth cannot support an overdenture. Typically, two to four dental implants are placed in the jawbone. The overdenture can then be attached to the implants, providing superior comfort and retention.

Benefits of Overdentures


There are several benefits to choosing overdentures instead of traditional dentures:


  • Stability and Function: Overdentures offer more stability than traditional dentures because they are attached to implants or teeth. This stability allows more natural chewing, speaking and reducing the fear that dentures will slip out of place.
  • Comfortable: Overdentures spread chewing forces evenly over the gums and jawbone to minimize pressure points.
  • Bone Preserving: Dental Implants used in implant-supported dentures stimulate and preserve jawbone, helping to prevent the bone loss associated with missing teeth. This preserves the facial structure, preventing the sunken look resulting from extensive tooth loss.
  • Aesthetic Appearance: The overdentures are made to your specifications, giving you a natural appearance. They can improve the aesthetics of your face and restore your smile, which will boost your self-esteem and confidence.
  • Oral Health Advantages: By maintaining some natural teeth or using implants, overdentures can help maintain the integrity of your jawbone and the surrounding structures. This can result in better oral health over the long term than dentures.


Why Choose Overdentures?


We at Simply Smiles Family & Implant Dentistry believe that overdentures are a great way to improve the quality of life for patients with missing teeth. Our team of professionals, including Dr. Sabharwal, will guide you from the initial consultation to the final placement. We want to ensure that your experience with us is pleasant and comfortable.

The Overdenture Process


  1. Initial Consultation: Dr. Sabharwal evaluates your oral health and discusses your needs and wants. He then determines whether you are a good candidate for overdentures.
  2. Treatment Plan: You will receive a personalized treatment plan that outlines the steps necessary to prepare your mouth for dentures. This may include extractions or implants.
  3. Implant Placement (if needed): A dental implant can be placed to secure your overdentures.
  4. Fitting & Fabrication: Impression of your mouth is taken to create overdentures that look and fit perfectly.
  5. Placement & Adjustments: Once you have your overdentures ready, they will be placed, and any necessary adjustments will be made to ensure maximum comfort and fit.


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Caring for Your Overdentures


To ensure that your overdentures last a long time and are effective, you must take care of them. You can maintain good oral health and keep your overdentures looking great by following a regular care routine. Our team at Simply Smiles Family & implant Dentistry will give you detailed instructions that are tailored to your needs.


Clean Your Mouth Daily


Keeping your overdentures free of plaque, stains, and oral infections is important. Here is a guide on how to clean your overdentures daily.

  1. Remove Your Overdentures: Carefully remove your overdentures. If your overdentures are supported by implants, please follow Dr. Sabharwal’s instructions.
  2. Rinse Thoroughly: Rinse thoroughly your overdentures with lukewarm or warm water to remove any loose food particles. Use lukewarm water to rinse your dentures. Hot water can cause them to warp.
  3. Brush Gently: Use soft bristled toothbrushes or denture brushes with non-abrasive cleaners to gently brush the surfaces of overdentures. Regular toothpaste can cause scratches and be too abrasive.
  4. Clean Attachments: If you have overdentures with attachments or clasps on them, clean these areas gently to remove all food particles and plaque.
  5. Soak Overnight: Soak your overdentures overnight in denture cleaning solution, or just plain water. It will help to maintain their shape and keep them moist. Follow the instructions on the bottle for cleaning solutions.

  • Oral Hygiene: Natural Teeth and Implants

    Dental implants, natural teeth, and gums are all affected by poor oral hygiene.


    • Brush Your Teeth and Gums: Use fluoride toothpaste and a soft-bristled brush to brush any natural teeth that remain twice daily. Brush your tongue, gums, and roof of mouth gently to remove plaque.
    • Regular Flossing: If your teeth are natural, you should floss daily between them to remove plaque particles and food particles, which can cause decay and gum disease.
    • Clean Around Implants: Use an interdental brush (water flosser) or a water flosser if you have overdentures that are implant-supported to clean around and under the attachments.

  • Regular Dental Check-Ups

    Regular dental checkups are essential to monitor the condition of overdentures and your oral health. During these visits, you will:


    • Professional Cleaner: The professional cleaner will remove any hardened plaques (tartars) that you might not be able to remove at home.
    • Examining: The doctor will check your implants, gums, and remaining teeth to ensure they are infection-free.
    • Adjustments: Your overdentures will need to be adjusted as they age in order to keep them comfortable and secure. Dr. Sabharwal can make the necessary adjustments during regular check-ups.

  • Handling and Storage Advice

    Proper handling and storage can help extend the life of your overdentures.


    • Handle Carefully: Removing or inserting overdentures over a softer surface, such as a towel folded in half or a water basin, will prevent them from breaking if dropped.
    • Avoid Harsh Chemicals: Do NOT use bleach, abrasive, or harsh chemicals on your dentures. They can damage them. Use only recommended denture cleaning products.
    • Keep Them Moist: When not used, overdentures should be kept moist to avoid drying out. Store dentures in plain water or a solution for soaking dentures.

  • Common Issues with Solutions

    You may still encounter common problems with your overdentures, even if you take proper care. You can fix them by following these steps:

    • Pain or Irritation: You may experience pain or irritation if your overdenture is not fitted properly. Contact Dr. Sabharwal to schedule an adjustment.
    • Difficulty Speak: At first, you may have trouble speaking clearly. You can help your mouth adapt to the overdentures by reading and speaking out loud.
    • Loose Fit: A loose-fitting overdenture could be a sign of changes in your jawbone structure or a need for relining. Regular dental visits can help you monitor changes and make the necessary adjustments.

Customization and Personalization

We at Simply Smiles Family & Implant Dentistry believe that overdentures are a great way to improve the quality of life for patients with missing teeth. Our team of professionals, including Dr. Sabharwal, will guide you from the initial consultation to the final placement. We want to ensure that your experience with us is pleasant and comfortable.

Why Choose Simply Smiles Family & Implant Dentistry?


Choosing the right dental clinic for your overdenture treatment is important to achieve the best possible results. Simply Smiles Family & Implant Dentistry offers:


Expertise: Dr. Sabharwal is a restorative dentist with extensive training and experience. You will receive the best care.

Advanced Technology: We use the latest dental technologies to deliver precise and effective treatment for overdentures.

Personalized Care: Our team takes the time to learn about your needs and goals in order to create a treatment plan tailored for you that will deliver the best results.

Comfy Environment: We are committed to making you feel comfortable and relaxed.


Overdentures can be a great way to improve your smile and overall quality of life. Contact Dr. Sabharwal today at Simply Smiles Family & Implant Dentistry to schedule a consultation.


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