Partial Plate Dentures

Proper oral care and keeping you partial denture clean is vital for the overall health of your gums.

Partial plate dentures.

Two types of dentures are available complete and partial dentures. Removable partial dentures also known as rpds are designed to be taken out and cared for by the patient. To help with the discomfort of new dentures rinse your mouth with salt water to relieve any pain and swelling. Your dentist may also recommend crowns or caps on your natural teeth to improve the way a removable partial denture fits your mouth.

Run water over your dentures to remove food debris and other loose particles. If you have partial dentures you can get through the initial pain and awkwardness by using pain relievers and adjusting your diet. Complete dentures are used when all the teeth. A partial denture is a type of dental prosthetic which is designed to replace one or more missing teeth.

A denture is a removable replacement for missing teeth and surrounding tissues. Consider taking over the counter pain relievers like ibuprofen or acetaminophen if the pain persists. Removable partial or full dentures require proper care to keep them clean free from stains and looking their best. Partial dentures often have some form of clasp that attaches to your natural teeth and can easily be taken out of your mouth for cleaning or storing while you sleep.

Partial dentures are designed to be cleaned outside the mouth which also provides the opportunity to ensure no food particles are lodged under or around the partial.