Removable Partial Denture
Dentures are removable artificial teeth which are used as a replacement of missing teeth. They have to be removed at night.
Types of RPD
- Acrylic partial dentures
- Cast partial dentures
- FLEXIBLE dentures
- Precision attachment
Cases Treated at
Kallur Dentistry
Cast Partial Denture
Flexible Removable Denture
Procedure
- 2 visits are required for taking impression/measurements and making of RPD
- RPD can be made of various materials; an appropriate material is selected based on the affordability by the patient.
Consequence
- Inability to chew properly
- May alter facial appearance leading to Loss of self confidence
- Can cause chronic headaches
- Sometimes, Inability to talk properly
- Inadequate nutrition
care of RPD
- If there are ulcers in the mouth due to dentures, don’t wear them. Report to the clinic.
- Always ensure that your dentures are clean for this you need to brush your dentures with a non-abrasive brush at least twice a day. If possible remove your dentures after every meal and wash it with water.
- Soak your dentures at night in the denture solution.. While putting dentures on in the morning make sure you brush them with clean water as this will help to remove the chemicals if any during the soaking process.
- Do not drop them as they are delicate and may break if you do so
- Do not bite on hard food with Dentures
- Check your dentures from time to time and visit us if your dentures are very loose, slip or you come across a change in the bite. Having ill-fitting dentures can cause infections and irritations.
- Visit our clinic every 6 months for checkup.
Frequently Asked Questions
In order to allow gums and bones to relax and proper blood flow at night time, removing denture is advised.
No, dentures do not hurt. It is only at the beginning that patients may feel a little discomfort or uneasiness