Skeletal (Framework) Denture

A skeletal denture is a removable partial denture constructed around a precision cast metal framework rather than a thick acrylic plate. The metal substructure is strong yet slim, so the denture can be made thinner and less bulky — many patients find this more comfortable and less intrusive on speech and taste, particularly for an upper denture where the palate can be left more open. Clasps on the framework grip your remaining natural teeth to hold the…

Because the framework distributes chewing forces between your natural teeth and the gums, a skeletal denture is generally more stable and hard-wearing than an all-acrylic partial denture, which is reflected in its higher price. Treatment involves detailed impressions and bite records, often with diagnostic models, so the laboratory can design the framework to fit precisely around your existing teeth; tooth shade and shape are matched to your own. The…