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A removable partial denture is usually made to replace
one or more teeth, and is customized to a patient’s
specific requirements.
Removable partial dentures restore a person’s natural
appearance and greatly improve the ability to chew
and speak clearly.
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Removable Partial Dentures
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TYPE AND STYLE OF PARTIALS
A partial denture may be tooth-supported or tooth and tissue-supported. There are
significant differences between theses two types of dentures. These differences
are best explained by your Denturist.
The number of teeth remaining, the position and the stability of the teeth are
only a few of the factors that help to determine what style or type of partial
denture would be best for you. Partials can be made of different materials, including acrylics, a metal/acrylic
combination or flexible thermoplastics.
Acrylic partials are usually used as a transitional or temporary replacement of missing teeth, depending on your personal circumstances.
The metal/acrylic partialcommonly called a cast partial is usually a more rigid and permanent style of denture. The metal is either a highly compatible
chrome cobalt alloy or titanium, which are both ultra thin, light and very strong.
The new flexible thermoplastics have the advantage of esthetics and flexibility
All partials are designed to be removable and should be removed nightly to contribute to a healthy oral environment.
With newer designs, materials and techniques, partials are more comfortable than ever before. Ask your Denturist about the many designs available, some of
which have no visible clasps and are virtually undetectable.
THE BENEFITS OF PARTIALS
Partial dentures do not harm remaining natural teeth. A partial denture may
prevent your natural teeth from shifting or drifting into the space left by the
loss of a natural tooth. In fact, a partial denture may help maintain the position
of your natural teeth by providing them with additional support.
With a partial denture, you’ll look better, feel better and chew better!
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