Prosthodontics
Prosthodontics involves replacing missing teeth with fixed or removable prostheses. Removable prosthodontics includes dentures that can be taken out and cleaned easily. These are custom-made to restore your smile, comfort, and ability to eat and speak properly.
Types of Removable Prosthodontics
Partial Dentures
Acrylic or Cobalt Chromium
Complete dentures
Obturators
facial prosthesis
Types of Fixed Prosthodontics
composite restorations
Inlays
onlays
crowns
bridges
veneers
dental implants
Benefits of Prosthodontics
Restore appearance Improve Speech
Eat more comfortably
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is removable prosthodontics?
Removable prosthodontics refers to dental prostheses (like dentures or partial dentures) that patients can take out and put back into their mouth. They are used to replace missing teeth and surrounding tissues.
What are the types of removable prostheses?
The main types include:
Complete Dentures: For patients with no remaining teeth.
Partial Dentures: For patients who still have some natural teeth.
Overdentures: Fit over a few remaining teeth or implants for added stability.
How long do removable dentures last?
With proper care, dentures typically last 5 to 10 years. However, they may need adjustments, relining, or replacement due to changes in the mouth over time.
Will dentures affect my ability to eat and speak?
Initially, dentures may feel awkward, and eating or speaking might take practice. Most patients adjust within a few weeks. Softer foods and slower speech practice can help during the adaptation period.
How should I care for my removable dentures?
Remove and rinse dentures after eating.
Brush them daily with a ~soft denture brush (no toothpaste).~soft denture brush and simple soap ( no toothpaste)
Soak them in a denture-cleaning solution as advised.
Maintain good oral hygiene for any remaining teeth and gums.
What is Fixed prosdthodontics?
These are crowns, bridges and implant supported restorations designed to restore damaged or missing teeth.
How do I take care of crowns and bridges?
Brush and floss daily, attend regular dental cleaning
What are veneers?
Dental Veneers are custom made facings/ covers on teeth made out of porcelain/ composite resin bonded to your teeth to enhance their appearance.
