Dentures have allowed many patients to enjoy having a complete smile after tooth loss, and today’s models are so lifelike and comfortable that they are barely noticed by their wearers and casual observers alike. However, some people may worry that since losing their teeth their jawbones have atrophied too much to support dentures. Here’s a brief overview of how the jawbone reacts to tooth loss and why you may still be an excellent candidate for dentures even if you lost your teeth a long time ago.
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