Dentures & Partials
A smile just isn't a smile if it's incomplete. Missing teeth cause a host of problems, from difficulty speaking and eating to low self-confidence to jawbone deterioration. Don't give up on your smile. Advances in dental materials and technology have made full and partial dentures more lifelike and comfortable than ever.
What is a Partial?
A partial denture, commonly referred to as simply a partial, consists of multiple teeth on a gum colored base. The teeth are not in a row, but rather spread across the base to replace teeth wherever they are missing. A partial is normally secured with clips or brackets, but unlike a bridge, a partial is removable.
What is a Denture?
A full denture is a complete top or bottom row of teeth mounted on a gum-colored base. Dentures can be closed or open palate, and they may require denture adhesive to hold them in place.
Implant-Supported Dentures and Partials
Traditional dentures and partials can be secured with clasps, adhesives, or natural suction. If you'd like to eliminate the chance of slippage, then an implant-supported denture or partial may be the right solution for you. Dr. Noorda places dental implants into the jawbone, and your denture or partial snaps into place. With an implant-supported denture or partial, your replacement teeth will look, function, and feel more natural than ever before.