PARTIAL ACRYLIC DENTURES
Indications:
- Partial acrylic dentures are used as definitive restorations or temporary restorations, while a permanent dental treatment is chosen as final solution; cast partial denture, bridge or crowns on implants
Advantages:
- These is the most cost effective tooth replacement option dentists can give to the patients with partial dentition
- Partial acrylic dentures help prevent the migration of existing natural teeth
- They allow new teeth to be added, in case the patient is losing more teeth
Disadvantages:
- Partial acrylic dentures are supported by the gums which can lead to bone loss, mobility and finally the loss of the existing teeth
- They are bulky compared with cast partial dentures and for some, this may create discomfort
- Have limited strength
