Many people assume once they have dentures, they don't need a dentist anymore. That's one of the most common — and most expensive — misunderstandings we see. Bone naturally resorbs after teeth are lost, gums change shape, and dentures that fit perfectly two years ago can start to slip, rub, or accelerate further bone loss if they're not adjusted.
At your annual maintenance visit in Scottsville, we check the fit, look for sore spots and ulcers, screen the soft tissues for anything concerning (including oral cancer), and professionally clean the dentures. If a reline is needed, we plan that visit; if the dentures have reached the end of their life, we talk through replacement options.
Patients with implant-supported dentures get a slightly different protocol — checking the implant attachments, the gum health around the implants, and the wear on the snap-in components.
Why it matters
- ✓Catch fit issues before they cause sore spots or accelerate bone loss
- ✓Oral cancer screening of soft tissues that home care can't see
- ✓Professional cleaning to remove buildup you can't reach
- ✓Honest reline vs. remake recommendations — no upselling