How to Choose the Right Full Denture Colour

It's natural to feel apprehensive and even a little sad when you prepare to have the rest of your natural teeth taken out before replacing them with full dentures. Even though you know this is the best solution, it may feel like a big step.

One thing that may make you feel better is your new tooth colour. Your dentures don't just replace your teeth, they also brighten up your smile. However, you do need to be careful about what shade of white you choose for your new teeth. What do you need to know?

White Can Be Too Bright

If your natural teeth weren't in good condition, then you may have been unhappy with their colour. As you age, your teeth naturally lose some of their sparkle and natural whiteness. If your teeth were damaged, they probably didn't look that appealing. It's tempting to use your new dentures to give you a film-star white smile. If you're going to have new teeth, you may as well make the most of them. You may see this as an ideal opportunity to have the brightest and whitest teeth available.

However, the pure-white look doesn't always look great. Few people have naturally dazzling white teeth, especially as they get older. Picking the whitest shade available may make your teeth look unnatural in your mouth. It'll be very obvious that you're wearing false teeth and your smile may look a little artificial.

Subtle Can Look More Natural

There's no reason why you can't end up with a whiter smile than you did before. Your teeth may just look more natural if you go for a less dazzling shade of white. For a really natural look, you should try to choose a denture shade that matches your skin tone. If you're fair-skinned, then you can get away with a whiter colour. Your teeth won't stand out as much in your mouth. However, if you have a darker skin tone or a permanent tan, then you may want to tone down the whiteness of your dentures a little. A dazzling white smile doesn't work so well with darker skin. A subtler shade may suit you better.

It's hard to pick denture colour before you have your new teeth fitted. You can't tell how the teeth will look. So, make sure to tap into your dentist's experience. Your dentist can explain how different shades will look in your mouth. They can then help you pick the right shade that whitens your smile in the right way.

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