What Are the Perks of Partials Over Full Dentures?

Posted on 7/23/2021 by San Tan Oral Surgery

When it comes to dentures, there are a lot of options you can choose from. Partial and complete dentures are some of the common denture options available. While complete dentures replace a full set of teeth, partial dentures only replace a section of missing teeth. Even though they have different structures and purposes, partial dentures have a slight edge over complete dentures. Therefore, it is important to know the advantages partial dentures have over complete dentures before making a decision.

Advantages of Partial Dentures

The most significant advantage of partial dentures is stability. Partial dentures are more stable than complete dentures. This is because they fit into your jaws better and take advantage of the surrounding teeth to have more stability. The fact they fit into your mouth better means you can wear them without people noticing. Most denture wearers don't like other people knowing that they are wearing them, and partial dentures give you precisely that. Unlike complete dentures, partial dentures are smaller in size and fit in your mouth better. Their smaller size also means that you won't have to wait for them to be ready for a long time. It will take a shorter time to get them compared to complete dentures.

When it comes to protecting the health of the remaining teeth, partial dentures also do a better job. They help prevent the remaining teeth from weakening and shifting. This will go a long way in keeping your teeth healthy. Besides, partial dentures prevent over-using part of your mouth due to missing teeth. This is important because overusing one side of the mouth makes it wear down and sustain damage. The fact that you can easily remove partial dentures also makes them more advantageous. This means you can easily clean them any time of the day. Get in touch with us for more information on the benefits of partial dentures.

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Dr. Cynthia Colson

Dr. Colson grew up in the Metro area, attending Camelback High School and ASU. She graduated from the University of Kentucky Dental School and completed her residency at Long Island Jewish Hospital in Long Island, New York. She also attended an anesthesia fellowship program at the University of Illinois at Chicago and has traveled with Healing The Children, a non-profit organization, to Bucarumanga Columbia treating patients with cleft lip and palate deformities.
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