Acrylic Denture (Partial or Full)

A removable denture that replaces several missing teeth or a full arch, restoring chewing and appearance. Dentica makes partial and full acrylic dentures as well as metal-framework (skeletal) dentures, with a metal-free flexible Thermosens option for patients who prefer a lighter, more discreet appliance. The most suitable design is decided after examining the remaining teeth and gums.

A denture is a removable appliance that replaces missing teeth and the surrounding tissue. A partial denture fills the gaps where some natural teeth remain, while a full denture replaces a complete arch. At Dentica several types are available so the design can be matched to your needs. A standard acrylic denture has teeth set in a gum-coloured acrylic base; a skeletal (metal-framework) denture uses a slim cast-metal frame that makes the appliance stronger and less bulky and is often better tolerated for partial replacements; and a Thermosens flexible denture is a metal-free option made from a lightweight, flexible material, which some patients find more comfortable and discreet because it avoids visible metal clasps. Making a denture involves a series of appointments — impressions or scans, recording how your jaws meet, trying in the set-up to confirm appearance and bite, and then fitting the finished denture, with minor adjustments as you get used to it. New dentures take a little time to adapt to when eating and speaking, and periodic reviews and relines keep them fitting well as the mouth changes over time. Dentures are suited to adults missing several teeth or a whole arch who want a non-surgical, removable solution; for those wanting greater stability, the clinic can also discuss implant-supported options. The dentist will examine your remaining teeth, gum health and bite and recommend which type of denture is most appropriate, along with how to clean and care for it.