This is one of the oldest dental treatment modalities. Dentures are made to replace all the missing teeth in the upper jaw, lower jaw, or both. They are most commonly made out of plastic. Complete dentures can be made to resemble the patient’s old teeth, or they can be made to change the way the natural teeth looked. Properly made complete dentures restore the facial profile, as well as the lip support.
Partials:
Partial dentures are made to replace a few missing teeth in the upper jaw, lower jaw, or both. This type of prosthesis has a metal framework, which is covered by plastic. Partial dentures are held in place by small clasps around the natural teeth. Small clips can be used instead of clasps in esthetic areas to avoid showing the clasps.
Immediate Dentures:
In situations where teeth are to be removed, immediate dentures are made to be placed on the same day, immediately after the removal of teeth. Tissue healing after the extractions may affect the fit of these dentures, for that reason they are usually used as temporary dentures. After complete healing (1-3 months), conventional dentures are made.
The main advantage is that patients do not have to go without teeth for any length of time.
Benefits:
Dentures placed on same day Improve esthetics Improve function Increase self-confidence
Dentures date back to 700BC when the Etruscans made a removable prosthesis using animal teeth to create partial dentures. Fortunately, dentists today can offer patients a variety of dental solutions using many new prosthetic materials. If you need full or partial dentures to replace missing teeth, call Garine Prosthodontics to make an appointment for your complimentary consultation. We provide the most advanced approach to cosmetic dentistry, removable partial dentures, fixed partial dentures and full dentures in the Jupiter, Stuart and North Palm Beach areas
People lose teeth for many different reasons. Some experience a dental trauma while others may suffer from congenital defects, tooth decay and gum disease. Most dentures are a removable prosthesis while some fixed dentures rely on bonding or clasping onto teeth or dental implants.
For an affordable dental solution, it is hard to beat the value of a removable partial denture. But, before Dr. Garine recommends a dental prosthesis, it is important to schedule an examination to ensure your remaining teeth are healthy. With a clean bill of health, the doctor will explain your choice of materials based on cost, comfort and convenience.
Removable dentures are can be used to replace missing teeth on your upper or lower arch. Our fixed partial dentures are typically fitted to your remaining teeth for a stable bite. Fixed dentures are more expensive than removable partial dentures. If you are missing all of your teeth in a single arch, Dr. Garine will explain your options for full dentures and other prosthodontic options. Dental implants are the state-of-the-art technology for replacing missing teeth using implant-retained crowns. However, it can cost as much to replace a single tooth with a dental implant as it costs to replace several missing teeth with a removable dental prosthesis.
Dr. Garine, thank you for your kindness, patience and understanding of Gunther’s predicament. It was extremely impressive of you to proceed with the course of action you took before the insurance company authorized what you knew was medically necessary. We feel that you are an exceptional person with the expertise to handle his case. You have also chosen two wonderful people to assist you in your practice. We look forward to having you begin work on Gunther’s mouth. Thank you once again.
