Dentures Lancaster PA

Replace Missing Teeth

A denture, or a complete denture as it is often called, is an appliance that is inserted in the mouth that replaces natural teeth and provides support for the cheeks and lips.

Dentures are beneficial in multiple ways:

  • Mastication – chewing ability is improved by replacing missing teeth with dentures.
  • Aesthetics – dentures not only restore a natural and attractive appearance to the teeth, but can also correct the collapsed exterior of lips and cheeks that occurs after losing teeth.
  • Confidence – a healthy and beautiful-looking smile will help the patient feel more confident and attractive.
  • Phonetics – by replacing missing teeth, patients will be able to better pronounce certain words that require the use of teeth to speak.

Most dentures are made of acrylic and can be fabricated at different times. A conventional denture is made after all teeth have been extracted and the tissues (gums) have healed. An immediate denture is fabricated and inserted immediately after the teeth are extracted and the tissues are allowed to heal under the denture.

An upper denture is acrylic and usually flesh colored that covers the palate (roof of the mouth) and a lower denture is shaped like a horseshoe to leave room for the tongue (i.e., the maxillary [upper] or mandibular [lower] arch). The teeth are made of plastic, porcelain, or a combination of both. Dentures can be fabricated to fit over endodontically-treated teeth and a complete denture can be attached to dental implants to allow for a more secure fit of the appliance.

An upper denture is relatively straightforward to manufacture so it is stable without slippage. The lower full denture is typically more complex because there is no “suction” holding it in place like the upper denture. For this reason, there is a general consensus that a lower full denture should be supported by two to four implants placed in the lower jaw. A lower denture supported by implants is a far more secure placement than without implants. Without implants, the denture is only held in place with weak lower mouth muscles. With a lower denture secured with implants, the patients should be able to bite into an apple. Without implants, it will be difficult or impossible to do so.

Over a normal course of time, dentures will wear and need to be replaced or relined in order to keep the jaw alignment normal. The alignment will slowly change as the bone and gum ridges recede or shrink due to extraction of the teeth. Regular dental examinations are still important for the denture wearer so the oral tissues can be checked for disease or change.


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Weierbach & Genetti Prosthodontics

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The staff was very cordial and informative. Dr Gennetti was very patient and informative . I had an upper denture produced and was. extremely happy with the results. Would highy recommend this company for all your dental needs.

- Glenn i

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Don’t hesitate to make an appointment with Dr Wirebach and his staff. This is by far the best dental team you will ever find And my standards are high

- Sandra Y

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I enjoyed my natural look like teeth. I am amazed how well the dentures fit in my mouth. They did a awesome job.

- Polly C

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I highly recommend this dental practice. I came in with a very serious problem with the condition of my teeth. Dr Weierbach assured me that the dentures he would construct would fit and work well and indeed they absolutely do. I couldn’t be more pleased with the results. If you need a great dentist Dr Weierbach should be your first choice!

- Lucille M

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Dr. Loren Genetti is a great asset to Dr. John Weierbach. She listens to her clients;then makes suggestions and together a plan is made. She is very thorough with her explanations. Dr. Genetti is very knowledgeable,artsy, kind and caring. I have been a client of Dr. Weierbach for 20 years. Together they make a great team!

- Jackie B

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My experience with this office was fantastic. Following a really treacherous and expensive trip to another Dentist, Dr. Weierbach and the staff were such a welcome relief. I finally found who I needed to make the necessary changes and adjustments to my implants and plates. Scheduling appointments was easy and availability of times was never a concern. I would readily vouch for Dr. Weierbach that he is a very caring and professional Prosthodontist. Thank you Dr. Weierbach and staff

- Catherine L

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Dr. Weierbach and the entire staff were so patient, caring and professional in making sure my dentures were not only usable, but as comfortable as possible. I am very pleased with the results.

- Frank M

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Not to say everyone will receive dentures for free.But I want to express my heart felt thank you to the Dr and everyone in his office for making me feel so welcome each time I came. I could not eat good food for two years because I did not have dentures but thanks for giving me my smile back.God bless you all.

- Robert M

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