A Look at the Benefits and Drawbacks of Removable Partial Dentures

When you are missing one or multiple teeth, there are options available to you for replacements. These options include dental implants, a dental bridge, or removable partial dentures. All of these options will assist in the restoration of the functionality needed to chew or talk properly. They will also help prevent future dental problems such as shifting teeth while improving your smile’s appearance. Depending on your personal needs, partial dentures could serve as a great long-term or temporary solution. Dr. Reza N. Roodsar and the friendly team at Respond Dental would love to sit down with you and discuss how partial dentures could help you along with their benefits and drawbacks.

The Benefits of Partial Dentures

When considering partial dentures, there are several benefits you will want to know about. You can sit down with your dentist, and they will share this information with you. Additionally, you can do some research on your own to understand this dental solution. Here are some benefits of partial dentures:

• Partial dentures offer a tooth replacement option that is far less invasive and more affordable than other options such as a dental implant. This is especially true if you are looking to replace multiple teeth, which could require more than one implant.
• Once a partial denture has been crafted, they can have (in some cases) additional artificial teeth added. This is dependent on the materials used in the crafting of the partial denture. This could be very useful if you lose additional teeth once you already have a partial denture.
• When it comes to the lower jaw, partial dentures are often a better solution than a complete denture to replace lost teeth. This is especially true if some teeth can be preserved, as many people have difficulty adjusting to complete removable lower dentures. 

The Drawbacks of Partial Dentures

As with any treatment, the news is not all good for partial dentures. There are some drawbacks you should be made aware of. A partial denture may not provide the same durability and functionality as other tooth replacement options, such as a dental implant. You will have a period where you have to become accustomed to wearing the partial dentures, and it could lead to some minor irritation. It is essential to talk to your dentist about any concerns regarding partial dentures before choosing them as your tooth-replacement option.

If you are in the North York, Ontario area and want to learn more about partial dentures, please schedule an appointment with Dr. Reza N. Roodsar and the friendly team at Respond Dental by calling (416) 318-7465.

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