What are the different types of dentures you can get
Dentures may be complete, partial, immediate, implant-retained, or fixed, depending on the teeth and support available.
The short answer
The main denture choices are complete dentures, removable partial dentures, immediate dentures, and implant-retained dentures; the right design depends on which teeth remain and how much bone and gum support is available.
What is the direct answer?
What does this question mean?
A complete denture replaces all teeth in one arch, while a partial denture replaces selected missing teeth and uses clasps, rests, or precision attachments for support. An immediate denture is inserted soon after extractions, and an implant-retained denture attaches to implants placed in the jaw bone for added retention.
What can you do next?
The dentist examines remaining teeth, gums, bite, jaw bone, and facial support, then discusses acrylic or metal frameworks, tooth arrangement, implant options, cleaning, and repair needs. Impressions or digital scans are used to design the base and artificial teeth.
When should you seek dental care?
Seek care when a denture causes a persistent sore, rocking, broken tooth, cracked base, difficulty chewing, or a change in speech. A new loose fit can follow gum and bone remodeling after extractions and may require adjustment or relining.
What should you ask the dentist?
Ask which teeth should be retained, how the denture will be supported, whether implants are appropriate, what material is planned, how it will be repaired, and how often the fit should be reviewed.
Frequently asked questions
Can I sleep in dentures?
Follow the specific instructions provided for your denture and oral tissues, including cleaning and rest periods.
Why does a new denture feel strange?
The muscles and oral tissues need time to adapt, and sore or unstable areas may need adjustment.