A removable partial denture can replace one or more missing teeth. It is designed specifically to meet the needs of the patient. Esthetic appearance and speech is restored along with the ability to eat confidently and efficiently.

REMOVABLE PARTIAL DENTURE

TYPES AND MATERIALS

Depending on the teeth remaining in your oral cavity, partial dentures may be completely tooth supported, tissue/tooth supported, and implant/tissue supported.

Partial dentures can be constructed out of a metal and acrylic composition or completely out of acrylic. The design process involved in creating a removable partial (denture) is specific to the patient’s needs. Every effort is made to design a self-cleansing partial denture that preserves the remaining teeth and oral structures.

When a partial denture is designed, the Family dental center of CT acknowledges that chewing places a strain on the remaining teeth during eating. Partial dentures are designed with this in mind so that the chewing forces can be distributed evenly over the entire remaining teeth and soft tissues. Design modifications to your remaining teeth may be required to help equalize these forces.

Metal partials are considered stronger structurally, thinner and more hygienic than an acrylic partial. Acrylic partials are usually recommended as a transitional or temporary partial. Your Family dental center of CT will determine the appropriate treatment plan and the appropriate partial for you.

REMOVABLE PARTIAL
DENTURE BENEFITS

A removable partial denture may help preserve the natural tooth placement of your existing teeth. They ensure proper chewing and digestion by thoroughly grinding your food. A properly designed partial denture will assist in support of your existing teeth. A removable partial denture will add enjoyment to your life.

Valplast partial denture

Valplast partial denture, which is a nylon thermoplastic material that has several advantages over the other two types of partial dentures. Valplast partial dentures have no metal clasps and are very light weight.  The material is translucent, so the patient’s own gums show through, giving a very natural appearance.  Valplast partial dentures can be used to replace many or few missing teeth, and can even be modified to replace a missing tooth on only one side of the mouth, greatly enhancing its comfort.  Valplast can be used for full dentures on people who have irregularities in their jaw bone that would preclude the use of the standard rigid acrylic material.  Valplast is an option for cosmetic improvement of teeth that appear elongated due to recession of the gums, and for people who are allergic to the acrylic found in other types of partial dentures.  Another great advantage of Valplast is its resistance to breakage, as it is surprisingly strong relative its size and weight. Valplast partial dentures are an excellent option for the replacement of missing teeth.  The cost of treatment is usually much less than either a permanent bridge or dental implants and can be completed in just two or three short visits.  Durable, lightweight, and esthetic, Valplast should be considered for anyone who needs replacement of missing teeth.