A smile just isn't a smile if it's incomplete. Missing teeth cause a host of problems, from difficulty speaking and eating to low self-confidence to jawbone deterioration. Don't give up on your smile. Advances in dental materials and technology have made full and partial dentures more lifelike and comfortable than ever.
What is a Partial?
A partial
denture, commonly referred to as simply a
partial, consists of multiple teeth on a gum colored base. The teeth are not in a row, but rather spread across the base to fit like a puzzle with your existing teeth. A partial is normally secured with clips or brackets, but unlike a
bridge, a partial is removable.
What is a Denture?
A full
denture
is a complete top or bottom row of teeth mounted on a gum-colored base.
Dentures
can be closed or open palate, and they may require denture adhesive to hold them in place.
Implant-Supported Dentures and Partials