{"id":122,"date":"2024-07-08T20:15:44","date_gmt":"2024-07-08T20:15:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newusmiles.com\/blog\/?p=122"},"modified":"2024-08-15T20:18:07","modified_gmt":"2024-08-15T20:18:07","slug":"broken-dentures-dental-emergency-or-not","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newusmiles.com\/blog\/2024\/07\/08\/broken-dentures-dental-emergency-or-not\/","title":{"rendered":"Broken Dentures: Dental Emergency or Not-So-Much?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newusmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-1-300x200.png\" alt=\"Closeup of model dentures sitting on dental paperwork \" class=\"wp-image-124\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.newusmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-1-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.newusmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-1.png 588w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>One way or another, your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newusmiles.com\/dentures.html\">dentures<\/a> broke. You panic for about a second, and then remember, \u201cOh, wait. These aren\u2019t real teeth. It\u2019s probably not a dental emergency.\u201d Maybe you even went back to what you were doing or tucked into bed for a light nap!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s true that broken dentures aren\u2019t necessarily as urgent as a broken real tooth. However, they still classify as a dental emergency, and you\u2019re probably going to want them for eating and talking. Keep reading for more details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Are Broken Dentures a Dental Emergency?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most patients rely on their dentures for everyday activities. Since going without them can significantly impair your quality of life, fixing them is considered an urgent priority. Plus, dentures that are chipped, cracked, or fractured could very well harm your gums. Even if the damage seems minor, putting them back in your mouth risks injury due to jagged fragments. You\u2019ll definitely have a dental emergency on your hands if you cut your mouth!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should I Call My Dentist Before or After a Snooze?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before! Maybe you\u2019re not planning on eating dinner anytime soon, but booking and getting to an appointment could take some time. It\u2019s better to start the process promptly. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should also inform your dentist about your predicament in great detail. Depending on how and where your dentures broke, they could have important instructions for you to follow before your appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Did My Dentures Break?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Good question. It\u2019s one thing if an obvious physical impact shattered your dental prosthetic. But what if you didn\u2019t drop them \u2013 or drop something <em>on<\/em> them?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regular wear and tear is enough to weaken natural teeth, and it\u2019s also enough to weaken your dentures. Sometimes they simply can\u2019t handle another bite. On the one hand, it\u2019s nice to know why problems occur so you can avoid them in the future. On the other hand, it\u2019s also nice to know that denture breakage might not have been your fault!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Will My Dentist Do for My Dentures?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you approached the situation with all the calm of a cool cucumber, you know you have to eat at some point. Fortunately, your dentist knows this, too. After you describe the damage to your dentures, they\u2019ll tell you what to expect for your specific situation. Generally, though, broken dentures are either adjusted or completely replaced. Minor fixes can usually be completed on a same-day basis. Significant <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newusmiles.com\/denture-repairs-relines.html\">repairs<\/a>, however, likely mean sending your prosthetic off to a lab and waiting for their return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If this reality is a little more nerve-wracking for you, don\u2019t worry. Your dentist will walk you through every step of the process and make sure you\u2019re prepared for whatever comes next!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newusmiles.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. Mark R. Guillory<\/a> earned his dental doctorate from the Meharry Medical College. He focused his advanced training on dentures and dental implants, which can be seen in his practice\u2019s specialized services. Basically, he\u2019s more than qualified to treat all your denture needs, including adjustments and repairs! To <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newusmiles.com\/contact.html\">contact<\/a> Dr. Guillory\u2019s office, call New U Dentures and Implants at 281-592-6398.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One way or another, your dentures broke. You panic for about a second, and then remember, \u201cOh, wait. These aren\u2019t real teeth. It\u2019s probably not a dental emergency.\u201d Maybe you even went back to what you were doing or tucked into bed for a light nap! 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