Many denture wearers struggle with a lower denture that moves while eating or speaking. Unlike upper dentures, lower dentures do not have the benefit of the palate to help create suction.
Many patients have been told that lower dentures will always be loose. In some cases careful impression techniques and denture design can improve stability more than patients expect.
Lower suction dentures are designed to improve the stability of the lower denture by carefully capturing the natural movements of the mouth, tongue, and surrounding tissues.
Lower suction dentures rely on precise impressions and careful denture design.
The goal is to capture the natural function of the tongue, cheeks, and muscles of the mouth so the denture works with these movements rather than being displaced by them.
When these factors are carefully recorded the denture may achieve improved stability compared to traditional lower dentures.
Lower suction dentures may be right for you if you:
Struggle with a lower denture that moves while eating or speaking
Want improved stability compared to a traditional lower denture
Prefer to explore non implant options first
Want greater confidence when eating, speaking, or smiling
While lower suction dentures can improve stability for some patients, dental implants are another option that can provide additional support. Both approaches can improve lower denture stability depending on the individual situation.
Designed to work with the natural movements of the mouth to improve lower denture stability.
Removable dentures supported by implants.
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Lower dentures sit in an area where the tongue, cheeks, and muscles are constantly moving. If a denture is not carefully designed to work with these movements the denture may lift or shift during speaking or chewing.
The tongue plays an important role in how a lower denture functions. When a denture is designed to work with the natural movements of the tongue and surrounding muscles those movements can help stabilize the denture rather than displace it.
Lower suction dentures can improve stability for many patients but they are not successful in every situation. Jawbone shape, tissue health, and muscle movement can all influence how well suction techniques work.
Yes. Even when complete suction cannot be achieved the impression techniques and careful denture design used in this process often improve the retention and stability of the lower denture compared to traditional methods.