Las dentaduras son dispositivos removibles que están diseñados para descansar de manera precisa y cómoda sobre las encías que cubren las mandíbulas. Se pueden sacar de la boca por breves períodos de tiempo para cumplir con los requisitos de higiene oral de mantener los tejidos subyacentes, limpiar las dentaduras postizas y dormir.
Los dos tipos principales de dentaduras postizas son: dentaduras completas y dentaduras parciales. Ambos tipos se fabrican a medida según las especificaciones exactas obtenidas de las impresiones dentales y la información funcional y estética detallada proporcionada por el dentista.
Conjunto completo de dentaduras, a las que también se puede hacer referencia "Dentaduras completas", están diseñadas para reemplazar todos los dientes superiores e inferiores. Una dentadura superior completa, por lo general consiste en un base que cubre el techo de la boca con un complemento completo de dientes artificiales dispuestos alrededor de la sección que cubre el arco dental. Por otro lado, una dentadura mandibular completa, o una dentadura inferior completa, está diseñada para acomodarse a la lengua y tiene forma de herradura con dientes dispuestos a lo largo de la porción que cubre el arco dental subyacente.
Una dentadura parcial es un tipo de prótesis removible que está diseñada para restaurar una sonrisa completa y funcional en casos donde faltan múltiples dientes o requieren extracciones, mientras que algunos dientes sanos permanecen en el arco dental. Fabricadas a medida para un ajuste preciso y una apariencia estéticamente agradable, las dentaduras parciales generalmente se aseguran y estabilizan con broches o accesorios de precisión para seleccionar los dientes adyacentes a las áreas edéntulas. Dependiendo de la cantidad de dientes que se reemplacen y de los requisitos funcionales y estéticos de la caja, se puede fabricar una dentadura parcial a partir de una combinación de metal fundido y materiales acrílicos, acrílico solo o resinas termoplásticas como ValplastTM, Flexite®, Duroflex. ® y tcs®.
Today, it’s easier than ever to replace missing teeth and achieve natural-looking, durable, and long-lasting results! Depending on a patient’s dental needs, lifestyle, expectations of care, and budget, choices can include conventional fixed bridgework, dental implants, or removable partial and complete dentures. At the office of North Broad Family Dental & Orthodontics, we’ll discuss all your options in care and answer all your questions as you choose the solution that’s right for you.
With advances in dental materials and technology, today’s dentures are more comfortable and realistic-looking than ever before.
Whether you wear partial or complete dentures, it’s essential to see the dentist for routine care. Besides checking the fit and condition of your dentures and making any necessary adjustments, you’ll also receive a comprehensive exam to check on the health of any remaining teeth as well as the soft and hard tissues in and around the oral cavity.
A same-day denture offers an accelerated design and fabrication process that allows a patient to go from impression taking to denture insertion in a single day.
For patients who don’t want to wait after having teeth extracted, an immediate denture can be inserted the same day your teeth are removed. Sometime later you may need the denture relined to address any changes in its fit once the extraction sites have completely healed.
While no one wants to drop or break a partial or complete denture, accidents do happen. The good news is that in some cases, your partial or complete denture is reparable. It all depends on the extent of the damage. Don’t hesitate to contact our office if you’ve broken or damaged your denture. We’re happy to help.
The simple act of taking your partial denture in and out can cause certain types of metal clasps to loosen over time. When you come in for your checkup visit or contact our office for an adjustment, we’ll assess the fit of your partial and tighten the clasps for improved stability and comfort.
While rebuilding a complete smile is a worthwhile investment, our office is sensitive to the costs involved in dental care. We customize care and will discuss which treatment options address your needs, lifestyle, and budget. How much a new denture will cost depends on the type of the prosthesis, its design, and the materials used to fabricate the supportive base, teeth, and clasps or precision attachments. Dentures that include the placement of dental implants for added retention and stability typically involve additional costs.
If you have dental insurance, your coverage may include a new or replacement set of dentures. Our staff is happy to review your coverage with you to ensure you are maximizing your insurance benefits while minimizing any out of pocket expenses.
At the office of North Broad Family Dental & Orthodontics, we provide an extensive range of dental services, including the latest and most effective methods to help patients with missing teeth rebuild complete and beautiful smiles. As skilled and experienced professionals, we recognize that every patient is different, and every smile is unique. We’re passionate about what we do and take great pride in providing personalized treatment plans while treating our patients as valued partners in care.
