Dentures Procedure
People wear dentures to replace lost or missing teeth so they can enjoy a healthy diet and smile with confidence. Dentures are made of either;
- Acrylic (plastic)
- Metal.
A ‘complete’ or ‘full’ denture is one which replaces all the natural teeth in either the upper or lower jaw.
A ‘partial’ denture fills in the spaces left by lost or missing teeth. It may be fastened to your natural teeth with metal clasps or ‘precision attachments’.
Why should I wear dentures?
Full dentures, to replace all your own teeth, fit snugly over your gums. They will help you to eat comfortably and speak clearly, and will improve your confidence and self-esteem.
Partial dentures replace teeth that are missing and can sometimes be supported by the teeth you have left. If you have gaps between your teeth, then your other teeth may move to take up some of the space, so you could end up with crooked or tilted teeth. This could affect the way you bite and could damage your other teeth.
Partial Dentures
Partial Dentures are a great solution for those who have lost teeth but still have some natural gum tissue. Partial Dentures are designed to be worn in front of the mouth and can be used to replace one or more teeth. While many are under the impression that such a procedure is too expensive, the reality is that it is a very affordable way of replacing missing teeth. The procedure is not only less expensive than getting an entire set of dentures, but it also has its own advantages.
It’s an uncomfortable subject, but the fact is, most of us will need to wear some form of dentures in our lifetime. What’s more, there are some issues to consider if you’re choosing a partial set of dentures. For example, you need to choose the right teeth for your dentures. If you choose the wrong teeth, you’ll end up with a smile that looks nothing like your own.
Top Treatments
- General Dentistry
- Preventative Dentistry
- Cosmetic Dentist
- Teeth Straightening
- Missing Teeth
- Restorative Dentistry
- Nervous Patients
Get In Touch
Complete Dentures
Complete dentures, also known as full dentures, are used to replace all of the teeth in either the upper or lower jaw. Complete dentures are made of acrylic, porcelain and metal and are attached to existing teeth or implants with metal clasps, known as pontics.
Complete Dentures are used to replace all of the teeth in your upper or lower jaw. They are used when all of your natural teeth have been removed (either by tooth decay or by gum disease). Complete dentures are attached to your gums by a metal framework that’s fitted on your upper or lower jaw.
