Partial Dentures
Partial dentures are replacements for your missing teeth which are removable in nature and cost efficient. These are the most commonly used treatment procedures by to replace the missing teeth of the patient accordingly. Partial dentures are thus a very important advancement in dentistry which looks natural in mouth and helps in restoring the functions of the teeth . These are made by various materials which imparts them its properties of strength to withstand the pressure generated in your mouth.
So, what are the cases in which one needs a Partial denture ?
Chiefly Partial dentures are used in patients who have one or more missing teeth. Provided the bone support and status of the alveolar ridge is good enough on which a partial denture can seat. In highly resorbed ridges it is difficult to seat such dentures as they cannot adapt to them.
Next is the personal choice of an individual in which he can get his missing teeth replaced in a much lower costs as compared to FPDs or Implants. Moreover you can get them if the other teeth of your mouth is in a good state and only few needs to be replaced and within few weeks only.
Why to get a Partial denture ?
The procedure of getting a partial denture is:
- Less surgical or
- Causes minimal problems to the patient and
- Takes 2-3 appointments within few weeks only.
- First the impression of the patient is taken and then a temporary cast is made in which the rims and teeth are arranged.
- It is then tried for checking occlusion and other factors responsible for balanced occlusion.
- After this it is send for fabrication with acrylic or other materials.
- Polished, finished and finally delivered to the patient.
As it’s easy to use by the patients ie they know how to wear and remove it at night , so it’s a self handling appliance. Taking care of the denture requires:
- Cleaning it properly every day and
- Keeping it at a proper place in night to avoid any mechanical accidents.
- These are durable for many years if are taken proper care of and
- Thus can be a good option for old aged people.
- Rather than implants which are highly invasive or surgical and are high on budget as well.
How can we help at Todays dental ?
At Todays dental we have experienced dentists who help with your problems. We try to give the best treatment possible for the patient under a very secure and safe atmosphere. If you or any of your family members are having missing teeth and find partial dentures as a good option then get in touch with us and get consulted here. Also we will be happy to help you in any manner possible and for any queries also kindly contact Todays Dental Cayce right now.
