Fixed Denture V/s Partial Denture

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Last Modified: January 24, 2022

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Dentures are appliances used to replace the missing teeth to get back the natural and beautiful smile on the person’s face. You must have seen your grandparents or veterans using these dentures as they have lost all their natural teeth.

These dentures are held in the mouth by forming a seal with the gums. Dentures are of two types; fixed dentures and partial dentures. In this article, we are discussing these dentures in detail.

We have provided a complete guide to let you understand these dentures.

Fixed Dentures

Fixed dentures are used to replace the entire teeth set, either in the upper or lower jaws or in both. They are the perfect solution to your missing teeth and help you get back your confidence with your beautiful smile. Can help in your gummy smile correction. There are many benefits of having these dentures fixed to your teeth:

They are exactly like your natural teeth. These dentures look, feel and function the same as your natural teeth.
Fixed dentures prevent the loss of bone in your jaw.
They are very durable.
These dentures don’t slip or come out when you talk or eat.

Partial Dentures

Partial Dentures are the removal of dentures attached to a pink or gum-coloured plastic base. These dentures are connected by a metal framework that holds the denture to your gums. If one or two teeth remain in the upper or lower jaw, then the best possible solution will be provided by partial dentures.

A partial denture replaces the teeth by placing crowns and attaching artificial teeth to them.

These dentures reduce the change in position of other teeth and contain internal attachments that are attached to the adjacent crowns.

But many people are not comfortable fixing dentures in their mouths. So, they look for an alternative to dentures. Dental implants are alternatives to dentures. You can get dental implants instead of dentures for your crooked teeth.

How Dentures Are Made?

After several appointments and a few weeks, these dentures are made. But your prosthodontist first needs to check which type of denture is best suited for you. After that, here are some of the steps of the denture development process:

A prosthodontist will measure how your jaws relate to one another and how much space is between them.
Then, he/she will create models, wax forms, and/or plastic patterns in the exact shape and position of the denture to be made.
Now the prosthodontist will cast a final denture.
Final adjustments will be made if necessary.

Conclusion:

So, these are some of the details you could have regarding fixed and partial dentures. You need to make sure you get these dentures fixed to your teeth from the best & experienced dentist and at the best dental clinic. If you want to get these dentures fixed on your gums, then you should refer to Clove Dental for it. They have a team of specialized and experienced dentists who will provide the best assistance you need.