When most people hear the word "dentures," they picture a grandparent sipping tea or reading a newspaper with a set of removable teeth on the nightstand. But that’s not the full picture. Dentures have changed a lot, and they’re not just for the elderly anymore. In fact, people of all ages—yes, even those under 40—get dentures for all kinds of reasons. Tooth loss isn’t something that only happens to older adults. Accidents, health problems, and even genetics can cause someone to lose teeth much earlier than expected. So, what exactly are dentures? How do they work? And why are more...