5 Ways to Replace a Missing Tooth
Ways to Replace a Missing Tooth
Removable Partial Denture
It can be very embarrassing when missing front teeth. A removable partial denture , which is worn during the day, can replace one or many missing teeth. Sometimes a partial denture may need metal clasps to help it stay in the mouth. Unfortunately, these metal clasps may be visible when speaking or smiling. Another disadvantage of a removable partial denture is that they can move a little when speaking or eating, which can be uncomfortable. We recommend taking them out at night and soaking them in a cleaning solution. With a partial denture there is no need to file down any teeth, and this option is the most economical. A full denture can replace all missing teeth.
Temporary Denture
A temporary denture is a short term solution for a missing tooth. We call it a “ flipper ” because it flips in and out easily. This is used when the tooth will be restored in the future with a bridge or an implant, but ...