Dentures

Dentures are removable materials used as a replacement for missing teeth. There are primarily two types as follows:

Complete Dentures- When all or most teeth are missing then these types of dentures are used.

Partial Dentures- When only a few sections of teeth are missing partial dentures are advised.

Removable partial dentures or RPD are considered as one of the cost-effective ways to replace missing teeth. In cases like few teeth scattered over the upper or lower arch you can replace the missing teeth with dentures.

There are different types of RPD available today and each can be differentiated with the type of material they are made of. Flipper is quite a famous form of RPD used traditionally as it is one of the cheapest alternatives. The base of this denture is made out of pink plastic and is brittle.

Benefits of Flipper denture are:

• New tooth or plastic base of denture can be added to the existing denture easily.
• Sometimes existing teeth can catch periodontal disease and result in extraction. In such a case a new denture with an artificial tooth can be added to the existing denture.
• They look very natural and are made according to the patient’s preferences. They last for several years as long as they are maintained properly.
• Give the feel of real teeth as they don’t interrupt regular chewing function.

Disadvantages of Flipper Denture are:

• As the base of this denture is brittle there is a good possibility that they can break. Though you may request customisable dentures where they are made more thick so it does not break easily.
• RPD are not as stable as tooth born dentures.
• Retained with wire clasps.
• Reining can be needed for maintenance as the artificial teeth can sink into the gums.

These are the oldest or rather ancient form of RPD used for teeth replacement. Partial dentures with a cast metal framework have many advantages as they are stable than any other type of dentures.

Benefits of Cast Metal RPD are:

With the introduction of new advancements in dentistry more feasible options are available. A nylon like material is added to the base of the denture so it won’t break.

Benefits of Flexible Framework RPD are:

• BPS Dentures made at Trisa Dental Solutions (Bio-functional Prosthetic System)

• Biofunctional: Dentures nearly match the natural functions of teeth like chewing and speech.
• Prosthetic: BPS supports only production of quality dentures. This means certified professionals have the authority to make the dentures.
• System: After analysing personal data of the patient by expert technicians dentures are fabricated at Trisa Dental Solutions.

• These types of dentures promote the natural function of teeth like chewing and speech.
• The patient will get a well fitting denture as it is installed by continuous injection moulding technique.
• Hard foods can be consumed easily without any hassles.
• BPS dentures are fracture resistant and made of 25 years of clinical approved material.