Why are attachments better than hooks?
The clasp is invisible when smiling and distributes the load more smoothly than a clasp that clings to the neck of the tooth. The condition is that the supporting teeth must be covered with crowns, since part of the lock is built into them. This type of denture fits tighter, does not move when chewing, and lasts longer than a clasp one.
When is a removable denture needed?
Removable prosthetics are used when too many teeth are missing for a bridge structure, and implantation is impossible or delayed. Dentures restore chewing, speech and appearance, and prevent the remaining teeth from shifting.
The choice of design depends on how many teeth are preserved and in what condition they are: from a small microprosthesis for one or two teeth to a full prosthesis for a toothless jaw.
Types of removable structures
- clasp denture - with a metal arch, distributes the load between the teeth and gums
- plate prosthesis - acrylic base with artificial teeth, full or partial
- nylon prosthesis - flexible, without metal elements
- microprosthesis (“butterfly”) - a temporary solution for one or two missing teeth
How is production carried out?
Typically, 3-5 visits are required: taking impressions, determining the central relationship of the jaws, trying on the wax structure with teeth, handing over the finished prosthesis and correction. The dental laboratory is open between visits.
The finished prosthesis should not balance, rub or interfere with closure. A little sanding in the first weeks is a normal part of the process and not a sign of error.
Caring for your prosthesis
The denture is cleaned with a brush and soap or a special product twice a day and washed after meals. It can be left in the mouth overnight or stored in a dry container as recommended by a doctor. An examination is needed every six months: the bone under the prosthesis gradually decreases, and the structure has to be repositioned.