Suction Cup Dentures FAQs
What are Suction Cup Dentures?
Suction cup dentures effectively “suction” to the mouth to enable a secure fit. We line our suction cups with a layer of silicone material which adheres to the oral tissue without irritating.
This layer contains small bumps known as valves which when pressed into place, trap a small amount of moisture and air. When pressure is relieved, the denture will stay in place. It is the pressure created within the valves that causes the retention of the denture to the mouth.
How do they compare to traditional dentures?
We fit traditional dentures to the shape of the mouth by adjusting to the natural contouring. We achieve this by taking impressions so that a denture can be built specifically for you.
However, if you have been without natural teeth for a while, the bone that once supported your natural teeth begins to shrink away. As a result, the shape of your mouth becomes flatter. In these cases, there is very little for your denture to grip onto, which means it can slip or drop out of place. Because of this people often need to use a denture fixative to keep the denture in place.
Suction Cup Dentures are secured by their suction mechanism holding onto the surfaces in the mouth when placed. As a result, this removes the need for a fixative and leaves the wearer feeling more confident and comfortable.
Could I be a candidate for Suction Cup Dentures?
We can only offer suction cup dentures to those who are without natural teeth. We can fit these dentures to either upper or lower or both arches in the mouth.
Already a traditional denture wearer and unhappy with the fit of your current denture?
Without natural teeth to anchor onto, a traditional denture will often require a fixative to stay secure and comfortable for an extended period. This is not always the case, but for those who experience this, it can cause a lack of confidence and can be uncomfortable to cope with long term. Suction Cup Dentures remove the need for fixative.
