Chicago Denture Options Evergreen Park

Until you’ve experienced tooth loss, it’s easy to take a full, healthy smile for granted. When you're missing teeth, it changes how you eat, speak and feel about yourself. For seniors in Evergreen Park facing tooth loss, understanding your tooth replacement options helps you make confident, informed decisions about restoring your smile and quality of life.

Dr. Kevin Wilson at Aspen Dental in Evergreen Park helps seniors explore their denture choices with clarity and care. Evergreen Park's growing senior population has created a rising need for accessible tooth restoration solutions. While Medicare doesn't cover routine dental care, including dentures, Aspen Dental offers flexible financing and payment plans to make quality dentures more affordable.

What are dentures and who needs them

Dentures are removable replacements for missing teeth and surrounding tissues. They help you get back to eating, speaking and smiling without hesitation. Today’s options offer a much better experience than dentures from the past. They use advanced materials and technology to look natural and feel comfortable.

Complete dentures for full tooth replacement

Complete or full dentures replace all your teeth on the upper arch, lower arch or both. If you've lost most or all of your teeth due to decay, gum disease, injury or other conditions, complete dentures restore full function and appearance. The denture rests on your gums and uses natural suction and your mouth's contours to stay in place.

Conventional complete dentures are placed after any remaining teeth are removed and tissues have healed, typically 8 to 12 weeks after extractions. Immediate dentures can be placed the same day your teeth are removed, so you're never without teeth during the healing process. These do require adjustments as your gums heal and reshape.

Partial dentures for those who are missing some teeth

If you still have healthy, natural teeth, partial dentures fill gaps left by missing teeth. They attach to your existing teeth with metal clasps or precision attachments, preventing your existing teeth from shifting. Partial dentures restore your ability to chew properly and help protect your facial structure.

Your Aspen Dental care team in Evergreen Park offers several partial denture options including Cast Partial and Flexilytes Combo that use flexible materials for comfort and a natural appearance.

Implant-supported dentures for added stability

Implant-supported dentures blend the value of traditional dentures with the security of dental implants. Also referred to as snap-in dentures or overdentures, this option attaches to dental implants placed in your jawbone. Once the implants are secure and your gums have healed, the denture snaps onto the implants, providing a stable, secure fit without adhesives.

Your local Aspen Dental office offers implant-supported dentures that you can choose right from the start or as an upgrade to your existing dentures. It works well for seniors who want the increased stability of implants and care that’s easier than full fixed arches.

Why Evergreen Park seniors are choosing modern dentures

Evergreen Park’s strong community and easy access to Chicago make it a popular place for seniors who are aging. Many long-time established residents are addressing dental care needs that have developed or changed over time. Modern dentures offer solutions and advantages that restore everyday functions, support active lifestyles and fit a range of budgets.

Speak clearly and confidently

Gaps from missing teeth can cause slurring, whistling sounds or difficulty pronouncing certain words. Dentures fill those gaps and support your lips and cheeks, helping you speak more clearly. While you may need a short adjustment period as you get used to wearing dentures, most people quickly adapt and regain clear speech.

Maintain your facial structure

Teeth support your facial muscles and maintain your face's natural shape. When you lose teeth, your jawbone begins to shrink through a process called resorption. This can cause a shrunken appearance. Dentures help support your facial contours and offer a more youthful look.

Smile without self-consciousness

No matter your age, missing teeth can cause you to stop smiling, laughing freely or engaging in social activities. Dentures can help boost your confidence, so you feel good about interacting with friends and family again. Today's dentures match the shade and shape you prefer for a natural-looking smile.

How to choose the right dentures for your needs

Choosing dentures involves considering your oral health, lifestyle, budget and personal preferences. Dr. Kevin Wilson guides Evergreen Park seniors through each decision, explaining options in a clear, supportive way so you can make the choice that fits you best. There are several factors to think about before making your decision.

Assess your current oral health

Your gum health, the condition of your remaining teeeth and your jawbone density will help determine which denture type will work best for you. Your dental care team will examine your mouth, take X-rays and discuss your dental history. If extractions are needed, the timing and approach for tooth removal will impact your treatment plan.

Treating gum disease, bone loss or other oral health issues first creates a better foundation for dentures and helps ensure a more comfortable fit.

Consider your lifestyle and activities

If you're an active senior who enjoys social activities, travel and varied diets, you may prefer implant-supported dentures for added peace of mind. This option offers more stability and security if you have concerns about your dentures slipping or if you want a stronger bite.

If you have limited dexterity from arthritis or other conditions, you'll want to consider how easy different denture types are to remove, clean and reinsert. Implant-supported dentures snap in and out with simple motions that many find easier than managing traditional denture adhesives.

Understand your budget and payment options

Cost can be a major factor when choosing dentures. Traditional complete or partial dentures typically cost less upfront than implant-supported options. However, ongoing costs for adhesives, adjustments and eventual replacement should factor into your decision.

Your Evergreen Park Aspen Dental office offers multiple denture options at different price points, along with financing that makes quality dentures accessible. Plus, 99% of patients who apply for financing through third-party lenders are approved, allowing you to get the dentures you need now and pay over time.

What to expect during your denture journey

Knowing the steps ahead can help you plan and be more prepared. From your initial consultation through the final fitting, your Aspen Dental team will guide you through every stage of the process.

Initial consultation and examination

Your first visit includes a thorough examination, X-rays and a conversation about your goals and concerns. Dr. Wilson will evaluate your oral health, discuss your denture options and answer your questions. You’ll walk away from your consultation with clear information about your recommended treatment plan, timeline and costs.

If you need extractions before dentures, your team will review that process and your options for immediate or conventional dentures. They'll also verify your insurance benefits if applicable and discuss payment options.

Impressions and denture creation

To craft dentures that fit well requires your dental care team to get precise impressions of your mouth. These impressions will capture the exact contours of your gums and remaining teeth if applicable and go to a dental laboratory where your custom dentures are made.

If implants are part of your plan, your Aspen Dental oral surgeon will place them first. After healing, which typically takes several months, the denture is created and attached to the implants. Some implant-supported dentures can be placed the same day as implant surgery, allowing you to leave with functional teeth.

Try-in and adjustments

Before your final dentures are finished, you typically have a try-in appointment where you see how the dentures look and fit. This step allows for adjustments to color, shape, fit and bite. Your feedback helps create a result that meets your expectations.

After receiving your dentures, follow-up visits help fine-tune the comfort and fit as your mouth adjusts and adapts.

Learning to wear and care for your dentures

Your dental care team will teach you how to properly insert, remove and clean your dentures. You’ll also learn what to expect and what to eat during your adjustment period, as well as how to care for your gums and remaining teeth.

Most people adapt to dentures within a few weeks. Eating and speaking soon feel natural again as your new dentures become a part of daily life.

Caring for your dentures and maintaining oral health

From daily oral hygiene routines to continuing regular dental checkups, good daily denture care and proper storage can keep your dentures in good shape and help protect your oral health.

Daily denture cleaning routine

Remove and rinse your dentures after meals. Brush them each day with a soft-bristled brush and non-abrasive denture cleaner. Avoid using regular toothpaste as it can scratch denture surfaces. Clean all denture surfaces, including the parts that touch your gums.

Soak dentures in a denture cleanser solution when you're not wearing them, typically overnight. This keeps them moist and helps prevent staining and bacteria buildup. Rinse thoroughly before you put them back into your mouth.

Caring for your gums and remaining teeth

Even with complete dentures, you still need to care for your gums. Gently brush your gums, tongue and palate each morning before inserting your dentures. This helps remove plaque, stimulate circulation and helps maintain healthy tissue.

If you wear partial dentures, continue brushing and flossing your natural teeth. It’s very important that you maintain the teeth that support your partial. Losing them would require a new denture or a different replacement approach.

Regular dental visits and denture adjustments

Regular checkups at Aspen Dental will help monitor your gum health and denture fit. Over time, your gums and jawbone change shape, causing dentures to become loose. Relines and adjustments will help keep them fitting well.

Dentures typically last 5 to 7 years. Routine care helps maintain their comfort and appearance.

Insurance and payment options for dentures in Evergreen Park

Original Medicare Parts A and B don't cover routine dental services such as cleanings, fillings or dentures. This creates an affordability gap for many seniors. Some Medicare Advantage plans include limited dental benefits, but coverage varies widely by plan. Medicaid is not accepted at Aspen Dental offices.

Many seniors have private dental insurance through former employers or individual plans that may cover part of the cost. Aspen Dental accepts most PPO dental insurance plans and verifies your benefits before treatment. Your team will explain what your plan covers and your estimated out-of-pocket costs.

For seniors without insurance or who face significant out-of-pocket expenses, financing makes dentures accessible. Aspen Dental offers payment options because we believe that quality dental care shouldn't be out of reach due to Medicare's lack of dental coverage. With options like flexible financing through trusted lenders or the Aspen Dental Savings Plan, you’ll find that Aspen Dental has your back and your smile.

When to schedule your denture consultation

If you're missing multiple teeth or facing complete tooth loss, consulting with Dr. Kevin Wilson at Aspen Dental helps you understand your options. You may benefit from dentures if you have difficulty chewing due to missing teeth, you’re self-conscious about gaps in your smile or you have teeth that are loose or decayed.

Please don't wait until your tooth problems worsen or become unbearable. Early consultation gives you time to plan your treatment, understand costs and make an informed decision. The team at Aspen Dental answers your questions and addresses concerns about the denture process.

Many Evergreen Park seniors put off denture consultation due to payment concerns, especially with Medicare not covering dental care. That's why Aspen Dental offers alternatives to help you get the dental care you need and want right away.

Schedule your denture consultation today

You deserve to eat comfortably, speak clearly and laugh freely. Dr. Kevin Wilson and your care team at Aspen Dental in Evergreen Park provide comprehensive denture services with flexible financing and payment options that make quality tooth replacement accessible for seniors.

Call the Evergreen Park Aspen Dental office or schedule online to begin your journey to a restored smile. The team is ready to answer your questions and help you understand your denture options and smile with confidence.