Dentures: Three Main Types

People can lose their natural teeth for several different reasons. It may be from trauma, tooth decay or a number of different oral health issues. Fortunately, dentures are an ideal solution for those who’ve lost some or all of their natural teeth. Dentures are artificial replacements for missing teeth that you are able to remove and put back into your mouth. They take some getting used to and may never feel exactly like your natural teeth, but dentures have become much more natural looking and comfortable than ever before.

There are three main types of dentures: full dentures, partial dentures and implant supported dentures. All types of dentures will help improve your oral health as well as your appearance. Your dentist will help determine what type of dentures best suit your individual needs based off whether some or all of your teeth need to be replaced.

Three Main Types of Dentures:

• Partial Dentures- Partial dentures are used in cases where a patient is missing multiple teeth but not all of them in a single arch. Partial dentures rest on metal framework that attach to the patients natural teeth.
• Full Dentures- Full dentures are used when a patient is missing a full set of teeth, either the top arch, bottom arch or both. A set of artificial teeth are permanently secured into a gum colored base. Full dentures can either be held in place by suction or by denture adhesive.
• Implanted Dentures- Implant supported dentures are secured in place by dental implants rather than just resting on a patients gums as traditional denture do. Dental implants are surgically inserted into the jaw bone and the dentures snap onto them. This offers the dentures more support, preventing them from slipping or shifting around while you eat or talk.

If you have missing teeth that you’ve been considering replacing with dentures, contact Dr. Gary Alhadef, DDS to schedule a consult today or visit our website at www.dallascosmeticdental.com to learn more about the different types of dentures.