Dental Prosthesis — What Is It?
Dental Prosthetics replace missing teeth — fixed (bridges) or removable (partial/complete dentures). Modern materials offer good aesthetics and function. Often combined with implants for stability and comfort.
Who Is It For?
- Missing teeth not suitable for implants
- Multiple missing teeth
- Cost-effective alternative
- Implant-supported denture candidates
Treatment Process
1
Evaluation
Mouth assessed; prosthetic type selected.
2
Preparation
Adjacent teeth prepared (for bridges).
3
Impression
Mold taken; lab makes prosthetic.
4
Fitting
Prosthetic fitted; adjustments made.
When Does The Effect Show?
Functional restoration after 1-2 weeks. Bridges 10-15 years; dentures 5-10 years.
Aftercare Instructions
- Care for adjacent teeth (bridges)
- Daily denture cleaning
- Regular check-ups
- Adjustment as bone changes
Risks and Side Effects
Generally safe:
- Adjacent teeth wear (bridges)
- Denture sores initially
- Bone loss under dentures over years
- Aesthetic concerns
Frequently Asked Questions
More stable, comfortable than traditional. Higher initial cost but better long-term.
Bridges: 10-15 years; dentures: 5-10 years.
Improving with modern materials; implant-supported much more comfortable.
Some with traditional dentures; minimal with implant-supported.
Bridge less expensive than implants; full denture cheapest option.