St Louis Dentures         St Louis Prosthodontic Care         St Louis Prosthodontist
Joseph F Shea DDS MS
3555 Sunset Office Drive Suite 200 = St Louis MO = 63127 = (314) 822-9446
 


St Louis Partial dentures FAQs

"Dr. Shea, what are St Louis partial dentures?"
  St Louis partial dentures are dentures that replace only a few missing teeth.

 

"How do you wear a removable partial dentures, Dr. Shea?"
  Removable St Louis partial dentures are attached to your natural teeth with metal clasps or devices called precision attachments.

 

"How long will it take to get used to wearing a St Louis partial dentures?"
  Your St Louis partial dentures may feel awkward or bulky for the first few weeks, but your mouth will eventually get used to it.
 
"Dr. Shea, how long should you wear a partial dentures?"
  Initially, you may want to wear your partial dentures all the time. We will give you specific instructions on how long it should be worn and when it should be removed.

Generally, your mouth tissues need to rest so it is advisable that you take out your St Louis partial dentures at least 15 minutes per day.

 

"Will the St Louis partial dentures change the way you speak?"
  Your partial dentures may help your speech. It can be difficult to speak clearly when you are missing teeth. However, it also will take time to get used to it.

For more information about how we at St Louis Prosthodontic Care can help you with dentures questions, call us at (314) 822-9446, we will be happy to talk with you.


Partial Dentures
In St Louis Missouri and the surrounding
Wildwood MO - Oakville MO - Farmington MO - Belleville IL areas.