Denture Dilemma: Weighing Your Tooth Replacement Options

Types of Dentures: Understanding Your Options

Dentures play a crucial role in restoring oral function and aesthetics for individuals who have lost their natural teeth. As dental technology advances, various types of dentures have emerged, each with its own set of benefits and drawbacks. This guide aims to help you understand the different options available.

• Conventional Full Dentures

• Removable prostheses that replace all teeth in an arch

• Partial Dentures

• Replace one or more missing teeth

• Partial Dentures	Pros	Cons
  	– Preserve remaining natural teeth – Less invasive than full dentures – Can be removed for cleaning	– Visible metal clasps – May put stress on natural teeth – Potential for food trapping

  1. Immediate Dentures

  • Placed immediately after tooth extraction
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  Immediate Dentures	Pros	Cons
  	– No period without teeth – Aids in healing process – Allows for immediate function	– Requires frequent adjustments – May not fit as well long-term – Higher initial cost

  1. Implant-Supported Dentures

  • Attached to dental implants surgically placed in the jawbone
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  Implant Supported Dentures	Pros	Cons
  	– Excellent stability – Improved chewing efficiency – Helps prevent bone loss	– Requires surgery – Higher cost – Longer treatment time

  1. Overdentures

  • Rest on remaining natural teeth or implants

  

  Overdentures	Pros	Cons
  	– Better stability than conventional dentures – Preserves some natural tooth roots – Improved sensory feedback	– More complex maintenance – Higher cost than conventional dentures – May require periodic adjustments

  It’s crucial to find a dentist who evaluates your unique needs when planning for dentures. The best choice depends on a number of factors, including lifestyle, finances, and dental health. Recall that appropriate care and upkeep are necessary for every type of denture to guarantee durability and peak function.

• Even after receiving dentures, routine dental examinations are still essential. As time passes, there are age related changes seen with respect to tissues and bones. Thus the dentures require periodic replacements or adjustments to ensure optimum fit & function.
• The end goal is to improve your quality of life by restoring your smile and oral health. Let Clove Dental be your partner in longer lasting smiles! Visit your nearest Clove Dental or contact our helpline numbers today for more information.