Find out when wisdom tooth removal is appropriate and how our practice makes decisions to ensure treatment is safe and predictable for each patient.
We do remove wisdom teeth, but we handle these cases selectively. Previously, we performed them more routinely, but over time, the practice has shifted toward implants and denture stabilization.
We will remove wisdom teeth if the case is within our scope and we feel confident it can be done safely and predictably. That decision is made on a patient-by-patient basis. If the impaction is complex or outside what we consider safe, we will refer the patient to a specialist.
Many of the extractions we do now are straightforward because many of our patients already have missing teeth, which provides good visibility of the area. Being able to clearly see what I’m working on is essential for performing the procedure safely.
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How long do dentures last? With good care and regular checkups, many dentures last several years, and Cleveland Clinic puts the average lifespan of a denture at about seven to 10 years. Your gums and jawbone keep changing after tooth loss, though, so most dentures need adjustments and relines along the way, and some need replacing sooner. At Big [...]
A denturist is a licensed oral health professional who specializes in making, fitting, adjusting, and repairing removable dentures. If you need a new denture, a partial, a reline, or a quick repair, a denturist is the person who designs and builds the appliance you will wear every day. At Big Sky Dentures in Missoula, MT, our denture care is [...]
Denture adhesive can make a good denture feel more secure, seal out food particles, and give you extra confidence when you eat or speak in public. Used the right way, a small amount is all you need. Used to hold a loose denture in place, though, adhesive becomes a band-aid for a fit problem. At Big Sky Dentures in [...]
Affordable dentures should mean more than the lowest price on a flyer. For most people, truly affordable dentures are ones that fit well, are covered as much as your benefits allow, and do not lead to a string of extra visits, remakes, or sore spots later. At Big Sky Dentures in Missoula, MT, our focus is affordable, same-day denture [...]
Flexible dentures are removable partial dentures made from a thin, bendable resin, usually a type of nylon, instead of rigid acrylic and metal. Because the base and clasps can be tinted to match your gums, flexible dentures can replace missing teeth without the flash of metal that some people dislike about traditional partials. They can be an excellent choice [...]
Broken dentures can leave you wondering what to do with the rest of your day. At Big Sky Dentures & Implants, we offer same-day denture repair in Missoula so you can have the damage evaluated quickly and, in many cases, have the repair completed that same day. Our Missoula office also serves denture wearers who travel from the Bitterroot [...]