Dentures

Oyster Bay Family Dentists takes pride in helping patients achieve their best, confidence-boosting smile. For patients with missing teeth, we offer both full and partial dentures. Dentures are designed to replace missing teeth as well as the surrounding tissues. They are custom made, removable, and significantly improve the function and appearance of your smile. You can even eat and sleep with them! Your New York dentist will ensure that your new dentures fit your mouth properly and comfortably.

 

Full dentures are either “conventional” or “immediate.” Conventional dentures are made after the teeth have been completely removed from the gum tissue and the healing process has had a chance to begin. After that time, this type of full denture is placed in the mouth for eight to twelve weeks. Immediate dentures are made in advance and can be positioned as soon as the teeth are removed. This is a great alternative to conventional dentures because the wearer doesn’t have to go without teeth during the healing process. Partial dentures are also removable and are used when one or more teeth remain in the upper or lower jaw. This type of denture requires crowns on the teeth on either side of the space to attach artificial teeth and a cemented-in bridge. Partial dentures fill in the open spaces so that the remaining teeth cannot shift, and they appear more natural-looking than full dentures.

 

Other benefits of full and partial dentures include:

 

- Facial muscle support

- Allows patients to eat food they couldn’t eat without teeth

- Improves the ability to chew, eat, and speak

- Improves appearance and smile

- Improves self-esteem and confidence

 

Are you missing teeth and could benefit from wearing dentures? We are available to address any questions or concerns you have! Oyster Bay Family Dentists is located at 123 South Street in Oyster Bay, NY 11771. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please visit oysterbaydentists.com or call 516-922-5730.

 

Denture Stomatitis

As prosthodontists, we at the Oyster Bay Family Dentists have provided many people with new sets of teeth. When properly cared for, dentures will help to maintain a patient’s facial structure and can last for years. But they do require a patient to make changes to their oral hygiene routine, which is why we wanted to discuss the dangers of denture stomatitis.

Yeasts of the Candida genus are normally present in the mouth, but they aren’t usually harmful. Saliva contains antimicrobial enzymes that keep their population under control and washes away food debris, depriving them of a nutrition source. However, if a person wears an upper denture, the roof of their mouth may be covered and kept out of contact with saliva. This could allow Candida to rapidly multiply, creating the red sores that are commonly regarded as symptoms of stomatitis, or a yeast infection.

Yeast infections can be prevented by removing the upper denture and brushing it every day. Patients should brush the entire denture, not just the teeth, and they should use specialty toothpaste that won’t scratch soft plastic. (They may want to keep a separate toothbrush for this.) They should also brush the insides of their mouths before inserting the denture each morning. Stomatitis is not always painful, so patients will have to regularly inspect themselves for it visually.

Drs. Denise VeyVoda and Robert G. West operate The Oyster Bay Family Dentists at 123 South Street, Oyster Bay, New York, 11771. To schedule an appointment, call 516-922-5730 or visit Oyster Bay Dentists and fill out a contact sheet.

 

Senior Dental Care

Even though the Tooth Fairy stops visiting when you’re older, that doesn’t mean you should stop taking care of your teeth! As you age, your dental needs shift. Problems that never occurred before start to manifest. This is especially true for senior citizens. Your teeth, like all bones, weaken as you age. Patients over the age of sixty are at a higher risk for tooth decay, extraction, and periodontal (gum) disease. Drs. Robert West and Denise VeyVoda offer premium dental care for all ages. Learn more by contacting Osyer Bay Family Dentists in Oyster Bay, NY.

 

When you get older, certain physical tasks become much harder. For senior citizens that struggle with brushing, your Osyer Bay dentists have some advice for you. The first thing you can do is buy an electric toothbrush. These are incredibly helpful. They provide you with a thorough cleaning while using minimal physical activity. You should also consider elongating the toothbrush handle. This lets you reach the back areas of your mouth effortlessly. Wrap the handle in materials like foam, rubber, or even tape tongue depressors to it. Any flexible material around the house will work. If you haven’t already, consider switching to a soft-bristled toothbrush. These are much gentler on your teeth and gums. Check out the oral hygiene aisle at your local grocery store. Many brands provide toothbrushes targeted toward senior citizens.

 

Dentures are an affordable and functional replacement for your natural teeth. Your teeth should come in a complete set. Dentures let you go about your everyday life as normal. If you’re interested, talk to your Oyster Bay, NY, dentists. At your initial appointment, a specialized mold is created from your mouth. This creates your personalized dentures. Doing so guarantees a perfect fit.

 

If you are a caretaker or live with an older individual, help them out with their dental routine. Remind them to schedule an appointment with Drs. Robert West and Denise VeyVoda at Oyster Bay Family Dentists. To contact our office in Oyster Bay, NY, visit their website or call 516-922-5730.

What is a Prosthodontist?

As National Oral Cancer Awareness Month draws to a close, we at the Oyster Bay Family Dentists wanted to say a bit about the importance of prosthodontics. Our office provides prosthodontic as well as general dental services, meaning that we are specialists in restoring teeth. Our Doctor Denise VeyVoda is also trained in plastic surgery facial reconstruction.

Although rates of natural tooth retention are much better now than they were generations ago, it is still common for people to lose or badly damage teeth throughout their lives. There are also people who are naturally missing some adult teeth. While many dentists are trained to place implants and artificial crowns, prosthodontists are able to handle more complex cases involving the restoration of a number of teeth and parts of the jaw bone. A person may require more extensive restoration if they have been without teeth for a long time and their jaw structure has deteriorated, or if they have been impacted by oral cancer.

Sometimes, tumors need to be removed from the jaw bone, or a section of the jaw bone needs to be cut away to access the tumor. Afterward, a portion of the face or the roof of the mouth will need to be replaced. Our doctors are able to provide reconstructive surgery using prosthetic appliances that will be carefully shaped and colored to fit the patient’s new face. These devices can also be used to help people who have suffered facial trauma, as can Juvederm facial contouring, restoring a patient’s confidence, comfort, and the functioning of their mouth and jaw.

Drs. Denise VeyVoda and Robert G. West operate The Oyster Bay Family Dentists at 123 South Street, Oyster Bay, New York, 11771. To schedule an appointment, call 516-922-5730 or visit Oyster Bay Dentists and fill out a contact sheet.

 

Dentures

Teeth are meant to last a lifetime, but sometimes accidents happen and they go missing. Whether you’ve lost teeth to dental trauma, decay, or an injury, it’s important to know what your replacement options are. Dentures are a non-invasive way to restore teeth, because they are natural looking, comfortable, and can restore regular function to your chewing and speaking habits. Here at Sun Family Dental, the denture process begins with a consultation from The Oyster Bay Family Dentists.

To place dentures, the first step involves removing the teeth that are being replaced. Once the teeth are removed, the soft tissues will need to heal, and this could take a couple of weeks to accomplish. Once this part of the process is complete, one of our doctors will take X-rays, as well as a mold of the gum and jaw so that the dentures can be sent to the lab. Once they return, the final step is to see how they fit. Some adjustments might need to be made along the way to ensure that they fit properly and are not causing any pain or discomfort on a long-term basis, but in the end, you will be left with the smile you’ve always dreamed of. 

If you have questions or concerns about dentures, please give us a call. To learn about the services we provide at the practice, visit www.oysterbaydentists.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at The Oyster Bay Family Dentists in Oyster Bay, NY, call 516-922-5730.

Dental Restoration Options

Tooth restorations are defined as the various ways The Oyster Bay Family Dentists can replace missing teeth or repair missing parts of the tooth. At our practice, the goal of our staff is to improve self-esteem in patients as well as oral health. If you have missing teeth because of tooth decay, gingivitis or injury to the mouth, then a dental restoration may be an option for you.

These days, thanks to a variety of options for dental restoration, patients have many choices for repairing worn, decayed, damaged or missing teeth. Tooth structure can be missing due to deterioration of a previously placed restoration, or fracture of a tooth. Depending on the severity of the patient’s case, at The Oyster Bay Family Dentists, a specialist will choose from a variety of filling options based on the type and location of the filling. Examples of dental restorations include fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, and dentures.

If you have questions or concerns about dental implants, please give us a call. To learn about the services we provide at the practice, visit www.oysterbaydentists.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at The Oyster Bay Family Dentists in Oyster Bay, NY, call 516-922-5730.

Benefits of Dentures

The Oyster Bay Family Dentists offers a wide variety of restorative options for missing teeth, but here we are going to discuss the benefits of dentures. For people who have lost their teeth due to gum disease, tooth decay, or injury, dentures can restore their smile and help them with everyday tasks such as eating and speaking. There are two main types of dentures: full and partial. Our doctors will help you choose the type of denture that’s best for you based on how many teeth are going to be replaced.

Complete (full) dentures are used if you’re missing teeth in your upper (maxillary) or lower (mandibular) jaws. Partial dentures are used on patients who only have some teeth missing on either jaw. Complete dentures replace all of the teeth, while partial dentures fill in the spaces created by missing teeth and prevent other teeth from shifting position. Your dentures may feel awkward for a few weeks until you become accustomed to them, however, you will decrease your risk of periodontal disease as well as ease the stress of your jaw while wearing them.

If you have missing teeth, give us a call to discuss your treatment options. To learn about the services we provide at the practice, visit www.oysterbaydentists.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at The Oyster Bay Family Dentists in Oyster Bay, NY, call 516-922-5730.

Tooth Replacement Options in Oyster Bay, NY

When there are so many options for tooth replacement, how are we to know what the best option is? Here at The Oyster Bay Family Dentists of Oyster Bay, NY, we want our patients to know about the options they have for tooth replacement so they can make an informed decision.

Dental bridges are an option here at The Oyster Bay Family Dentists. A dental bridge is a replacement tooth using adjacent teeth to attach the replacement. This is a long-lasting and popular option. With good care, dental bridges can last over fifteen years.

Dental implants are options for permanent replacement. We have both full-sized implants and mini implants available. Dental implants actually implant a titanium post into the jaw bone to heal just as a normal tooth root would. Mini implants work great for smaller areas and also as a more stable base for dentures.

This brings us to one more option we have here for tooth replacement. We have available full and partial dentures for patients who have lost all their teeth or only some. Dentures are great for those who want a removable option. They are completely customized so that you have the best, most natural smile for you!

To learn more or to schedule a consultation about tooth replacement, contact us at The Oyster Bay Family Dentists of Oyster Bay, NY. Call us at (516) 922-5730 or visit our website, www.oysterbaydentists.com.

Denture Specialist

Denture Specialist

Dentures are often the best course of action when a patient has multiple missing teeth. It is important that anyone looking to get dentures visit a denture specialist, like our own Dr. Denise VeyVoda here at The Oyster Bay Family Dentists. Denture specialists have extensive training, education and experience in preparing dentures for patients, as well as other dental procedures. They provide the best option for patients, whether they need a partial, full dentures or implant-supported dentures. Denture specialists also construct the false teeth to be used in the dentures and help with special issues a patient is experiencing.

Here at Oyster Bay Family Dentists, we provide options for our patients who need prosthetic dental devices, like dentures. Our dentist diagnoses the problem and helps our patients find the best fit. For some patients, natural teeth may not need to be removed. Others are getting partial dentures for several missing teeth, while others choose implant-supported dentures for more stability. Not only does our denture specialist provide dentures, but other types of dental procedures, including crowns and implants. To find out more about Dr. VeyVoda and why a denture specialist is essential, give our office a call at 516-922-5730.

Lower Jaw Mini Implants and Lower Denture

Lower Jaw Mini Implants and Lower Denture

In the past, one of the most common issues concerning both full and partial dentures was stability. Thankfully, there is a solution that many of our Oyster Bay Family Dentists patients have come to rely upon.  Lower jaw mini implants can be used to support and stabilize both full and partial lower dentures.

Mini implants root the lower denture securely to the jaw, preventing slipping and shifting. Since mini implants are used in this procedure, they are non-invasive to implant, heal quickly and remain strong-- even for patients with thin or narrow jawbones.

While mini implant supported dentures are versatile and have helped many of our patients, they may not be right for everyone.  To determine if they’ll be your best prosthetic option, please contact us directly at Oyster Bay Family Dentists.