Are you in the process of knowing the type of denture?
As per the Statista data, 40.99 million Americans are using dentures, indicating their popularity. But do we actually know the types or options that you have, or do you just have dentures without knowing their purpose?
Although your dentist or prosthodontist will recommend you the best, you should also know the types to understand better.
Don’t worry, we Elite Dental Group can help. This article is to highlight the types of dentures for your understanding.
1. Full dentures
Full or complete dentures are those that are used to replace the missing teeth for both lower and upper sets. Acrylic or porcelain are some of the common materials that are used to make them and hold them together with a metal or acrylic base.
These seem just like a natural tooth and you will be unable to detect the difference between real and denture gums. As these replace all the teeth, you need to make sure to clean them properly and wash them timely to protect them from debris, bacteria, and infections. It can last up to 5 to 10 years. Because there is a time after that, you have to visit the dentist for the new one.
2. Partial dentures
As the name indicates, these are used to fulfill the partial missing teeth or the gap that has been created because of the missing teeth. Don’t worry there is no restriction in this, as you can be unclipped or removed whenever you feel so.
The sole purpose of this type is to restore the beautiful smiles of people and let them enjoy their favorite food. These function similarly to your natural teeth, but make sure to avoid chewing or sticky food for a better life. Their lifespan is 5 to 15 years.
3. Flexible dentures
These are somehow similar to partial dentures but made from different materials, like thin thermoplastic material such as nylon, but are thicker in comparison.
Thin, bendable, comfortable, and unlikely to cause allergic reactions are some of the common advantages of these dentures.
4. Temporary dentures
These are also known as immediate dentures, designed for those patients who have gone through tooth extraction and waiting for their permanent dentures to come. This prosthetic helps to provide a temporary solution but helps to maintain the facial appearance, protect the gum from catching infection, and make you feel comfortable while eating.
The time between the tooth extraction to getting permanent dentures, it is important to protect the gums so that food particles do not stick inside the wound.
5. Cantilever bridge
One of the most unique solutions, and some might have not heard about this. A Cantilever bridge is used to replace the missing tooth when only one adjacent tooth is available to support the bridge. The purpose of this denture is to cover the area where one feels low pressure while biting such as front teeth.
Now you must be thinking, what if it doesn’t fit just like a natural tooth? It is highly dependent on the dentist’s experience. Elite Dental Group has expertise in such type of complicated cases. And don’t worry, it will work and appear just like your natural teeth.
6. Implant-supported fixed dentures
Implant-supported fixed dentures are a revolutionary option for those who are seeking a natural aesthetic-looking, stable, and permanent solution for missing teeth. These are anchored to the dental implant for a more effective solution, as these are surgically implanted into the jawbone.
It allows more comfortable biting and chewing, because of the process used to place them. If you take care of them properly, then it can last up to 20 years. Isn’t it being an effective solution?
7. Snap-on dentures
These are more comfortable and convenient than conventional dentures. Dentists install them by screwing them into the jawbone and ensure that you will get the more beneficial choice. Once these are implanted into the jaw, the implant-supported dentures are placed. But one thing about this is that it typically covers 2 to 6 implants in each jaw.
8. Fixed bridge
You know that dentures are removable, but these are attached in the place of missing teeth and supported by the crown, to make a bridge. These help to provide a natural look and offer stability.
These are an excellent choice who want to have aesthetic-looking teeth in place of their missing tooth. But your dentist knows which one is better, so always consult with them and express your needs and demands.
Which one should you choose?
There are several factors that influence the type of denture you choose.
- First and most important is your oral health.
- The lifestyle choices you make often impact the type.
- Obviously, the budget as this defines the material one is going to choose.
- The insurance coverage.
- Don’t get confused here, Elite Dental Group makes sure to guide every step to their patients, so they don’t feel misled.
Bottom Line
Now you know the types and their purpose and might have given you an idea about the type your dentist probably will recommend. But no matter what type you choose, proper care is the most important thing to do.
Here at Elite Dental Group, we provide the best dental assistance that you can get. Whether you have any queries concerning the dentures or any other dental problem, feel free to contact us.