Dentures & Partials

Dentures & Partials

A smile just isn't a smile if it's incomplete. Missing teeth cause a host of problems, from difficulty speaking and eating to low self-confidence to jawbone deterioration. Don't give up on your smile!  Advances in dental materials and technology have made full and partial dentures more lifelike and comfortable than ever.

What is a Partial?
A partial denture consists of multiple teeth on a gum colored base. The teeth are not in a row, but rather spread across the base to fit like a puzzle with your existing teeth. A partial is normally secured with clasps or fitted attachments to crowns, but unlike a bridge, a partial is removable.
What is a Denture?
A full denture is a complete top or bottom row of teeth mounted on a gum-colored base. 

Implant-Supported Dentures and Partials
Dental implants are small titanium posts anchored into the jawbone. If you prefer a secure full or partial denture and do not want clasps or adhesive, then consider implant-supported full or partial dentures. A simple surgery allows Dr. Philp Ruffner to secure dental implants to hold your dentures in place. With implant-supported dentures, you won't have to worry about your dentures moving, and your prosthetic will feel safe and sound.
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