Different Types of Dentures
There are five main types of dentures to consider.
Complete Dentures
When you picture the word "denture," you're probably thinking about
Complete Dentures. Complete dentures replace all of your teeth, or all of your
upper or lower teeth. The comfort of complete dentures depends on muscle, bones, tongue,
and saliva. You'll typically begin wearing conventional dentures after
your gums heal following tooth extraction.
Immediate Dentures
Immediate Dentures are put into place immediately after tooth extraction
and may serve as a temporary set while your complete dentures or partial dentures
are being finished. It can take months for your bone and tissue to stabilize
after tooth extractions, and that may mean that your immediate dentures will
require periodic adjustments while you heal.
Upper Dentures
Upper Dentures are made of the same materials as a Complete Denture, but
are designed to provide you with upper teeth only.
Over Dentures
Over Dentures are a type of conventional denture similar to Complete Dentures.
The difference is that not all teeth are extracted and one or more natural teeth
are used for support. This type of denture provides greater stabilization during chewing.
Over Dentures cost more and typically require more dental appointments until
the procedure is fully complete.
Partial Dentures
Partial Dentures are designed to correct the gaps in your smile when only some
of your teeth are missing. Metal attachments anchor the dentures to your natural
teeth. Partial Dentures maintain tooth alignment by preventing your remaining
teeth from shifting. Partial Dentures can also help you prevent further tooth
loss due to decay or gum disease.
No matter what kind of dentures your dental professional thinks are right for you,
PoliCare can help you take care of them the right way.