Types Of Dentures

San Juan dentist Dr. Ramon Durán offers several types of dentures at his practice. The type of denture that a patient receives will depend on his or her oral health condition, the number of teeth being replaced, Dr. Durán’s recommendations, and the patient’s preferences. Dentures available at Durán & Martínez Cosmetic and Reconstructive Dentistry include full dentures, which are ideal for patients who have lost most or all of their teeth, and partial dentures, which replace only a few of the teeth and prevent other teeth from shifting. Full dentures can be placed either immediately after teeth are extracted or after the healing process from extraction has occurred. “Immediate” dentures that are placed are convenient in that there is no waiting in between tooth extraction and denture placement. However, they often require resizing once the healing process is complete. “Conventional” full dentures refer to those that are only placed after the gums have healed. Partial dentures often do not require extraction and can be placed immediately. These dentures are secured to the natural teeth with metal clasps.Another type of denture is an implant-supported or implant-retained denture. This treatment involves the placement of two to four dental implants, which removable dentures then securely latch onto. This is an excellent treatment option for patients who cannot receive a full set of dental implants but still want to experience comparable comfort and strength