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Dentures are removable prosthesis which can replace a single tooth or a full arch of teeth. Usually the dentures are not as desirable because they need to be removed overnight and can be bulky. |
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Definition: It is a removable prosthesis which is fabricated to add false teeth to patients existing teeth
Pros: -Able to fill in all the missing teeth with one prosthesis -Cost stays constant and is not dependent on number of teeth replaced -Esthetic result is obtained( visible metal can compromise the natural appearance) -Usually can fabricate in a relatively short amount of time -provides a chewing area to improve dietary intake -costs less than implants and other restorative options -Good stability (depends on number of teeth remaining) -avoid that sunken-in appearance caused by missing teeth usually present in the older population -stabilizes that area of the dental arch to give you a more youthful appearance
Cons: -it is a removable prosthesis( needs to be taken out at night except in special occasions) -they can be broad and bulky and it takes time to get used to them -visible metal clamps can be unesthetic (depending upon the smile line) |
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Definition: It is a removable prosthesis which can fill in missing teeth partially or completely
Pros: -Able to fill in all the missing teeth with one prosthesis -Cost stays constant and is not dependent on number of teeth replaced -Esthetic result is obtained -Usually can fabricate in a relatively short amount of time -provides a chewing area to improve dietary intake -implant supported dentures can provide more stability -avoid that sunken-in appearance caused by missing teeth usually present in the older population -stabilizes that area of the dental arch to give you a more youthful appearance
Cons: -it is a removable prosthesis( needs to be taken out at night except in special occasions) -it can provide a patient with a perfect smile which is usually noticeable in individuals that had bad teeth all their life and suddenly have "perfect teeth" -provides no "feel" for the food as natural teeth do -they can be broad and bulky and it takes time to get used to them -stability can be compromised depending upon how much bone is present for support -denture can be loose and unstable during eating -Recommended products for denture maintenance:
DENTURE BRUSHES Dentures require daily brushing for freshness and effective stain removal, because effervescent cleansers alone cannot remove all food particles and stains. The Oral-B Denture Brush helps you get a more thorough clean.
Ban-A-Stain Ban-A-Stain® does it all - it's an easy way to remove plaque and tartar (which can cause bad breath) as well as coffee and tea stains. Everyday use keeps dentures feeling clean, smooth and odor free.
Efferdent € Kill 99.9% of the germs that cause denture odor. € Reduce plaque buildup and remove food particles that can cause gum irritation. € Dissolve tough stains in hard-to-reach places. € Keep dentures extra fresh and clean. |
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