Dentures are oral prosthetic devices designed to replace missing teeth. Several types of dentures are available. If you still have some natural teeth and don’t need to replace a full row or arch, then partial dentures could work for you. They fill in the spaces where teeth are missing. Dr. Barry Beauchamp. Dr. Chester Gauss, or Dr. Sandra Gschwind, your experienced dentists in Marine City, MI, can restore your smile with custom-made partial dentures.
What are partial dentures?
Partial dentures are a type of dentures used when a patient still has some natural teeth. Partials help fill in the gaps where teeth are missing when there is no need to replace an entire arch or row of teeth. The false teeth are positioned on the denture to align with the gaps in your smile. Spaces are left in the partials for the natural teeth. The dentists at our office in Marine City, MI, can help you decide if partial dentures are the right tooth replacement option for you.
Are there different types of partial dentures?
There are two main types of partial dentures: transitional and removable. Transition partials are usually meant to be worn temporarily right after having teeth extracted or while waiting for custom removable partials to be fabricated. Removable partials can be worn long-term and are custom-made for the best possible fit. If you are having teeth extracted, it is necessary to wait for the gums to heal before being fitted for removable partial dentures.
Another type of partial denture is one that is implant-supported. This type of denture is held in place by multiple dental implants that are rooted in the jawbone. Implant-supported dentures are extremely secure, but not everyone is a candidate. It is necessary to have adequate bone tissue to support the placement of dental implants.
What are the benefits of partial dentures?
Partial dentures offer multiple benefits, such as restoring your smile. They are a cost-effective option for replacing missing teeth. Additionally, custom partial dentures can be ready in just four to six weeks so you can enjoy a full smile sooner. They can make it easier to enjoy a wider range of foods by providing a full set of teeth for biting and chewing.
Another benefit of partial dentures is that they help minimize many of the side effects that follow tooth loss, such as facial sagging or the shifting of teeth. The facial muscles depend on the teeth for support so when teeth are missing, the face can begin to droop and sag. Filling in the gaps with partial dentures provides the additional support needed by the facial muscles. Another unwanted side effect of tooth loss is the shifting of teeth. Partial dentures help prevent this by filling in the excess spaces so the natural teeth cannot shift.
Partial dentures are an inexpensive and simple solution for restoring your smile following tooth loss. To find out if partials are right for you, schedule an appointment with Dr. Beauchamp. Dr. Gauss, and Dr. Gschwind, our highly skilled dentists in Marine City, MI, by calling (810) 765-9200 today!