The Differences Between Partials and Dentures

When you are missing multiple teeth, your normal daily activities become more difficult. Your nutrition may suffer since you can’t properly chew the healthy foods you used to enjoy. Your confidence may diminish since talking and smiling feel embarrassing. It may seem like you’ll never be able to eat or smile with ease again; however, there are some excellent solutions available even when you are missing multiple teeth. Your dentist in Odessa explains your options.

What is a Partial Denture?

When you lose a tooth, if you don’t replace it, unfortunately it eventually leads to more tooth loss. This is because your healthy teeth begin to move and shift, putting them at risk for issues like gum disease and tooth decay. Your bone also starts to deteriorate, which eliminates support for your remaining teeth.

If you’ve lost more than one tooth, even if they are not neighboring teeth, a partial can be a good solution for you. A partial is a removable appliance that snaps into place, similar to a retainer. It utilizes your healthy teeth as anchors. Attached to the appliance are prosthetic teeth that are customized to fill in the open spaces and esthetically complement your smile.

A partial is an ideal solution for the patient with multiple missing teeth, who still has many healthy teeth remaining.

What is a Full Denture?

The biggest difference between a partial and full denture is that a full denture replaces an entire arch of teeth. A denture is also removable, and replaces your teeth with an acrylic plate designed to restore your facial structure with the esthetics of your smile in mind.

Dentures are all about excellent fit and need to be well made in order to stay in place and deliver optimum function. For some patients there is a learning curve as they get used to talking and eating with their new teeth.

Personalized Prosthetics

At Boyles General Dentistry, Dr. Franklin Boyles has been hand crafting dentures and partials for his patients for over 40 years in his own dental laboratory located in his office. This ensures they receive the quality and accurate fit they deserve. It also results in fewer adjustments and relines. His son Dr. Stephen Boyles is now carrying on this same tradition.

If you need a partial or full denture in Odessa, TX, you can rest assured that your prosthetic will be of the highest quality and best fit when you choose Boyles General Dentistry.

About Boyles General Dentistry

Patients in Odessa appreciate the exceptional dental care that Dr. Franklin Boyles has provided for over 40 years. They can rest assured knowing that the same level of service and care will be carried on through his son Dr. Stephen Boyles, who is now a part of the practice.

If you would like to contact Boyles General Dentistry, we can be reached online through our website or by calling 432-366-0896.