How beneficial are removable partial dentures.

Removable partial dentures are a type of dentures which are used to replace missing teeth in the mouth, when the majority of teeth are still present, and these remaining teeth act as a source of support. It goes for without saying, that removable partial dentures are removable, i.e they are not permanently fixed into the mouth like dental bridges, and can be easily removed when required.

Removable partial dentures can be used to replace anything from single tooth to multiple teeth, but they are usually not the most ideal form of tooth replacement.

Benefits of Removable Partial Dentures

Removable partial dentures are very useful, and their benefits cannot be questioned in the provision of restored aesthetic or function to the patient.

1) Removable partial dentures will help in increasing the facial aesthetics. The absence of teeth in the mouth, especially in the anterior region can be quite unsightly, and removable partial dentures help in the correction of this issue. The presence of a removable partial denture can hence act as a source of confidence boost to the patient.

2) Removable partial dentures can be a great aid in assisting the individual in eating. The presence of the removable partial denture will allow the patient easier chewing of food in the case of the denture being present in the back of the jaw (posterior region) and will assist in the tearing of foods if present in the front (anterior region)

3) Removable partial dentures can assist in keeping the remaining teeth in place. It is seen that teeth have tendency to move and occupy the gaps provided to them due to empty spaces left by lost teeth. When these teeth begin to move into spaces, it not only creates unsightly gaps, but also makes for a more un-aestheitc smile, not to mention lowered function due to disruption of proper occlusion.

4) Speech can also be effected due to removable partial dentures. It has been seen that the presence of an RPD (removable partial denture) can increase the clarity with which one speaks.

5) Further loss of teeth can be prevented. As stated before, the RPD prevents migration of the teeth, and since the teeth are not able to move into the free spaces, there is a lowered chance of further tooth loss.

6) They are affordable. This is a major factor which is going for removable partial dentures. These dentures are a much more affordable option when compared to dental bridges or implants.

 Drawbacks of Removable Partial Dentures

1) A big drawback which patients using removable partial dentures will observe is that they have a higher tendency to fall out, or move within the mouth, as compared to other modes of tooth replacement. This drawback can be quite big, depending on case a case to case basis, and is usually a factor which makes patients want to adopt other forms of tooth replacement which are considered more stable.

2) Bone resorption may be seen with prolonged use of removable partial dentures. Removable partial dentures which are in direct contact with the ridges will tend to “erode” them away with time, which will eventually lead to an ill-fitting denture, and the patient will require to get a new denture fabricated.

3) The RPD can act as a place for the accumulation of plaque, which will lead to further oral problems, such as caries and gingivitis.

Prior to getting partial dentures, it’s important to get teeth checked by a dentist and ensure that they are in good shape and able to support partials. You may need modification to teeth or restorations such as crowns or implants to improve the fit and function of partial dentures. For the best treatment on partial dentures  visit  Shambhala  best  Dental Clinic in Hyderabad.