Exams and Maintenance for Your Dentures in Chicago, Evanston and Winnetka

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Your dentures are an investment and require care and attention to maintain their optimum performance. The fit of your dentures in Chicago, and for Evanston and Winnetka will have a profound effect on your oral tissues and overall health. An annual examination by Miriam Levitan Dani, DDS, will help ensure your dentures are functioning correctly.

Medical and Dental History

Updating your medical and dental history with any significant changes is critical to maintaining your oral health and well-being. A variety of medical and dental can alter a dentures fit, and your dentist in Chicago, and for Evanston and Winnetka needs this information to make adjustments.

Oral Exam

Annual examinations can assist in detecting oral abnormalities including cancerous and pre-cancerous lesions. Early detection of these conditions by your holistic dentist in Chicago, and for Evanston and Winnetka is generally beneficial for treatment.

Tissue and Bone

Ill-fitting dentures may cause bone and tissue changes and need to be corrected for your oral health. Our practice can assess and recommend solutions to suit your personal needs.

Comfort, Fit, and Integrity of Dentures

Bite problems, speech impediments, and tissue irritations can be caused by ill-fitting dentures and should be remedied. Leaving this condition unchecked can lead to complicated situations in the future. Dr. Dani can assess your dentures for cracks, chips, and broken or loose teeth and suggest solutions.

Overview of Exam

  • Update of Medical and dental history chart
  • An examination of your oral cavity
  • Tissue and bone assessment
  • Denture stability and bite examination
  • Cleaning and polishing of your denture
  • Oral hygiene review