Partial Dentures

Partial dentures in Yakima, WA, are either fixed or removable dentures that replace a set of missing teeth in either the upper or lower part of your mouth. A partial denture is designed to fit between your natural teeth.

What Do Partial Dentures Consist Of?

Partial dentures generally consist of artificial teeth that are attached to a gum-colored (pink) plastic base. These partials are then fixed to your surrounding teeth with clasps or other attachment options.

Removable Partial Dentures

Removable partial dentures come in several different types. Your dentist in Yakima, WA, will go over each of these and make a recommendation based on your specific situation.

• Cast Metal

Cast metal partials are the most common type. They are made of a cast metal framework, usually Wironium or titanium, with high-quality resin teeth and a gum-colored acrylic base. Cast metal partials are attached to your natural teeth with metal clasps.

• Acrylic

Acrylic partials are the least expensive option. They have removable acrylic flippers, and they typically don’t work as well as the cast metal option. And because of their bulky shape, many people don’t find acrylic partials very comfortable.

• Flexible Partial

Flexible partials are popular and recommended for people who have acrylic allergies. This option is generally more comfortable, and their gum-colored clasps are not as noticeable. However, they are a bit more expensive than other partial denture options.

Fixed Partial Dentures

Fixed partial dentures come in two types — a fixed bridge or an implant-supported fixed bridge.

• Fixed Bridge

A fixed bridge is a great option if you only have one or two missing teeth. A fixed bridge is considered a permanent partial because it stays in your mouth; therefore, you won’t have to remove it. However, the surrounding teeth must be filed down for the crowns to fit.

• Implant-Supported Fixed Bridge

An implant-supported fixed bridge is like a traditional dental bridge, except it is supported by dental implants on each end versus being supported by your natural teeth like a fixed bridge. Implant-supported dental bridges are a secure and permanent solution for people with missing teeth.

Dentist in Yakima, WA

Moore Family Dental. We look forward to helping you with all your dental needs.