Partial Dentures
Restore your smile while keeping your natural teeth.
Partial dentures are designed to replace one or more missing teeth while working alongside your remaining natural teeth. Each partial is individually designed to restore appearance and function while supporting a comfortable, secure fit.
Designed Around Your Natural Teeth
Unlike a full denture, a partial denture works alongside your remaining natural teeth to replace the teeth that are missing. Each partial is designed around your individual mouth, taking into consideration the location of the missing teeth, your remaining teeth, and how your upper and lower teeth come together.
Depending on the design, a partial may use clasps, a framework, or flexible retention areas to help hold it securely in place while restoring missing teeth and supporting everyday function.
A flexible partial denture designed to replace missing teeth while working around the remaining natural teeth. Flexible retention areas can engage the surrounding anatomy without traditional metal clasps.
Partial Denture Options
Partial dentures can be made using different materials and designs depending on your remaining teeth, oral anatomy, and individual needs. We’ll help determine which option is appropriate for your situation.
Metal Framework
Metal framework partials use a strong, lightweight framework to support the replacement teeth and acrylic base. The partial is carefully designed around your remaining natural teeth, using clasps and other components to provide support, stability, and retention.
Acrylic
Acrylic partial dentures use an acrylic base to support the replacement teeth and can incorporate wrought-wire clasps for retention. Their design can be adjusted or modified when appropriate, making them a versatile option for replacing missing teeth.
Flexible Partial
Flexible partial dentures are made from a lightweight thermoplastic material that allows the appliance to flex slightly during placement and removal. Gum-colored retention areas can blend with the surrounding tissues, providing a discreet alternative to traditional metal clasps in appropriate cases.