Different types of dental dentures
The main denture types are complete, partial, immediate, implant-retained, and fixed implant-supported prostheses, chosen according to the teeth and bon...
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The main denture types are complete, partial, immediate, implant-retained, and fixed implant-supported prostheses, chosen according to the teeth and bone available.
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What does this question mean?
Complete dentures replace all teeth in an arch, while partial dentures replace selected teeth and use acrylic, metal, or flexible components for support. Immediate dentures are made before extraction, and implant-retained dentures attach to implants for added retention without being the same as a fixed bridge.
What can you do next?
A dentist assesses remaining teeth, gums, bite, jawbone, speech, dexterity, and cleaning ability. The clinical steps may include impressions or digital scans, a jaw-relation record, a trial arrangement, fitting, adjustment, and review.
When should you seek dental care?
Seek care when a denture causes ulcers, clicks, slips during chewing, breaks, or no longer meets the gums evenly.
What should you ask the dentist?
Which teeth can be retained, how much support does the bone provide, and would a partial, complete, implant-retained, or fixed option fit my anatomy?