What Are Dentures and Partials?

Dentures are oral prosthetics that are designed to restore complete smiles. Complete dentures can replace a full arch of teeth, while partial dentures fill gaps in your smile when some natural, healthy teeth remain.

Here's a look at your complete denture options:

Immediate Dentures: Your replacement teeth are prepared in advance and placed in your mouth immediately after extracting any remaining failing teeth, so you never have to go without teeth for a single day. Your denture will need frequent adjustments to accommodate the changes in the anatomy of your gums and bone as the area heals. Immediate dentures are considered an interim tooth replacement solution in most cases, until you are ready for conventional dentures.

Conventional Dentures: These high-quality dentures are custom-crafted from digital impressions of your mouth after your gums and bone fully heal, typically about six months after extracting any remaining teeth. Conventional dentures offer a better fit, improved function, and greater comfort, making them an excellent long-term solution for restoring your smile.

Here's a look at your partial denture options:

Metal Frame Partial Dentures: These traditional partials consist of prosthetic teeth secured to metal frameworks that attach to natural teeth using metal clasps or precision attachments. Metal frame partials are strong and durable, providing a reliable solution for restoring your smile.

Flexible Partial Dentures: Flexible partials are custom-crafted from lightweight, metal-free materials that adapt to the contours of your mouth. These aesthetic dental prosthetics attach easily to your gums, making them especially beneficial for patients with dexterity concerns.

Resin-Based Partial Dentures: Resin partials, also known as "flippers," are a lightweight and more cost-effective solution for replacing missing teeth. They provide a straightforward and quick solution to transition back to your complete smile.

What Are Implant-Supported Dentures?

If you are looking for a more stable and functional alternative to traditional dentures, you may want to consider implant-supported dentures. These gold-standard restorations draw on the benefits of dentures and implant dentistry, offering results that are second only to natural, healthy teeth.

Rather than resting on gums as with traditional dentures, your implant-supported restorations rely on several implants strategically placed in your jawbone to hold your replacement teeth securely in place. As the area heals, the implants fuse to the bone, creating a foundation comparable to natural tooth roots. The result is exceptional stability, comfort, and long-term durability.

The following are some of the benefits of implant-supported dentures:

• They are ideal for partial or complete tooth replacement.
• They are smaller and sleeker than traditional dentures.
• They offer unmatched stability, function, and aesthetics.
• They have no acrylic material covering your gums, as with traditional dentures, making it easier to taste and enjoy your favorite foods.
• They are more comfortable and functional than regular dentures, especially when it comes to the lower arch.
• They have the potential to last a lifetime with proper care and maintenance.

Whether you’re looking to replace missing teeth or are in search of a more stable alternative to existing dentures, our team at JW Dental is happy to outline your implant options and help get you on track to a healthy, beautiful, and functional smile.