What Are
Partial Dentures?

Partial dentures replace a few missing teeth in your upper or lower jaw. If you still have some natural teeth remaining, removable partial dentures are an excellent option.

Complete dentures, also called full dentures or conventional dentures, are removable prosthetic teeth that replace your entire set of teeth. Full dentures are used when a patient has no teeth remaining in their upper and/or lower jaws.

Types of Partial Dentures

Partial dentures come in both fixed and removable forms.

The type of denture you need depends on your oral health standing, how many teeth are missing, and your budget:

Removable Partial Dentures

Removable partial dentures are removable dental prostheses. If you still have some natural teeth in your mouth, your dentist will likely recommend removable partial dentures.

There are three types of removable partials, including:

1. Cast metal partial denture

A cast metal framework partial is the most common type of removable partial denture.

Cast metal partial dentures consist of a gum-colored, acrylic base, and false teeth.

The denture base is held in place by two or more clasps. The clasps can be made of either clear plastic, pink plastic, or metal (WIRONIUM®).

Dentures with precision attachments (clear or pink clasps) cost more than metal clasps but are more aesthetically pleasing.

A cast metal partial denture base is made of a mixture of several metals. This denture is lightweight, has a high degree of stability, and is resistant to plaque build-up (with proper care).

Cast metal partials are an ideal choice for patients seeking a long-term solution.