38 year old full dentures can not be used for a lifetime, the service life is usually about 5 to 10 years, if the usual maintenance is better can be used for a longer time. Full denture is divided into fixed denture and removable denture.
1. Fixed denture: fixed denture is divided into all-ceramic teeth and porcelain teeth; all-ceramic teeth are more durable compared to porcelain teeth; because all-ceramic teeth are characterized by higher strength, more wear-resistant, not lose color; porcelain teeth contain metal, long time easy to make the gums discoloration, but also prone to chipping porcelain.
2. removable denture: removable denture particles and base tray material selective, choose particles of strong hardness, with the degree of time wear will be lighter; base tray choose metal material will be more stable than plastic tray and longer service life; after meals to timely cleaning and keep denture clean and sanitary.
It is recommended to choose a regular dental hospital for consultation and treatment when doing full denture.