The West Island Denture Clinic Complete Denture A full denture replaces all teeth on top, bottom or both and the supporting tissue (bone and gums) that always keep changing always after the extractions. It recovers and sits on top the residual gum/ridge, in the case of a top denture the palate will also be recovered. The dentures hold only by suction, the edges of the denture are sealed by the soft tissues. Upper dentures (top ones) are easier to get used to then the lowers. With upper dentures the (palate) roof the mouth, the suction is greater, therefore it can hold better. Wearing lower dentures can be much more difficult than wearing upper dentures since there are less suction. The adaptation and stability of the denture depends on the height of the ridge, the viscosity of the saliva and the bite.

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The West Island Denture ClinicComplete Denture

A full denture replaces all teeth on top, bottom or both and the supporting tissue (bone and gums) that always keep changing always after the extractions. It recovers and sits on top the residual gum/ridge, in the case of a top denture the palate will also be recovered. The dentures hold only by suction, the edges of the denture are sealed by the soft tissues.

Upper dentures (top ones) are easier to get used to then the lowers. With upper dentures the (palate) roof the mouth, the suction is greater, therefore it can hold better. Wearing lower dentures can be much more difficult than wearing upper dentures since there are less suction. The adaptation and stability of the denture depends on the height of the ridge, the viscosity of the saliva and the bite.

Metallic Partial DentureA partial denture consists of either a base completely made of plastic resin used to support artificial teeth or a metal frame base made of chrome-cobalt or titanium (called frames) filled with acrylic saddles supporting the replacement teeth. The denture stays in place by using brackets that attached to the natural teeth.

A partial with metallic frame has some abutments on natural teeth and helps to prevent its gradual penetration into the underlying mucosa, which significantly limits the risk of gingivitis around the residual natural teeth. More rigid and stronger, it is a better choice in most cases. In some clinical cases, it is possible to make a partial denture over dental implants to increase stability.

Immediate Dentures

Immediate dentures (sometimes called temporary dentures ) are placed in the mouth immediately after extraction of natural teeth. This approach is used when someone does not want to be without teeth for several months during the healing of the gums sockets. During the healing process, your gums that support the denture will shrink. It is very important to keep all appointments for dental care during this period because your denture will require adjustments.

Immediate dentures are usually made before the date of extraction. In this case the date of the extractions should be set after the denture is made. When you are getting your first dentures, it is important to remember that it takes time to get used to.