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Dentures
Dentures are prosthetic devices replacing lost teeth. There are two types of dentures – partial and full. Full dentures are often referred to as “false teeth”.
- 1. Partial Dentures
Partial dentures are built with the base of pink or gum colored plastic or sometimes with metal framework to support the teeth which needs to replace. Dentures built with metal framework generally have traditional design. Partial Dentures used when one or more teeth remains in upper or lower jaw.
A fixed bridge replaces one or more teeth by placing crowns on the teeth on either side of the space and attaching artificial teeth to them. This “bridge” is then cemented into place. Not only does a partial denture fill in missing teeth, it prevents other teeth from changing position. Partial denture is removable and more natural-looking.
- 2. Full Dentures
Full denture or complete dentures are made of a plastic base that is colored to replicate gum tissues. Full dentures either are “Conventional” or “Immediate”. It is held in mouth by forming a seal with gums. Full dentures can also be placed surgically in the bones of jaws. In compared to partial dentures, full dentures are much more expensive.
- There are 2 alternatives to dentures:
- Bridges
- Dental Implants
Dental Implants is a metal post inserted into bones of upper or lower jaws and it is used to replace single teeth by attaching crown. Dental can be used to support cemented bridges, without need of dentures.
In compared to any other options, Dental implant is more expensive but mostly resembles the feel of natural teeth and offers more stability. Dental implant is not suitable for every patient.
- Place it in a container of water or denture cleaner when not being wore.
- Do not place it into hot water.
- Clean it daily with soft toothbrush and water.
- Rinsed daily to avoid infection and other oral issues.