Dentures

Full or complete denture – These are typically made with a plastic gum-colored base and support a complete set of porcelain or plastic teeth. A complete denture rests on the gums, held in place by forming a seal and/or with a dental adhesive. Another method is to secure the dentures to stop them from moving around by using dental implants. These are commonly referred to as implant-retained dentures. They’re not for everyone as they require surgery to place the implants and are also more expensive.

Partial denture – This is generally made with a metal framework that supports the number of teeth that are to be replaced. It fits around the natural teeth using a series of metal clasps and rests and is overall stable and sturdy. Plastic partial dentures are often used as a temporary replacement for missing teeth while patients are waiting for gums and bone to heal before receiving a permanent restoration.

Dentures are a quick and easy way for a patient to restore their smile with a full or partial set of functioning teeth and, unlike dental implants, they don’t require surgery.

Custom-made dentures are carefully crafted for a totally natural look with care being taken to choose individual teeth for their shape and size as well as coloring them to match a person’s gum tissue and facial complexion. Often, small blemishes and gaps can be added for a look that is so natural no-one will even know that you’re wearing false teeth.

Dentures fill out the face and lips making it appear more rounded, as well as adding shape and definition to the cheeks, giving a more youthful look