Removable Dentures

A removable prosthesis is an artificial device that can be attached and removed by the patient and replaces missing teeth. It combines health and art while responding to the aesthetic and functional needs of the person, seeking treatment and rehabilitation.

What is Removable Dental Prosthesis?
A removable dental prosthesis is a device that can be removed and inserted at any time by the patient. This replaces the missing teeth.

Sometimes patients do not have all of their natural teeth. In such cases, if there are some main teeth, partial dentures are made. If all the main teeth are missing, a total denture is required.

Can Prosthesis Repair Be Done?
If there are wear and usage problems in the removable prosthesis, it is possible to repair it. Repair takes place within 1-2 days.

Why is a removable dental prosthesis used?
A removable dental prosthesis can be used to both relieve the person's aesthetic concerns and improve oral functions.

How Long Does It Take to Make Removable Prostheses?
If the removable prosthesis will be porcelain veneer and will be made from the beginning, it may take 5-6 sessions. Apart from this, it takes about 1 month for the patient to become fully usable with the acclimation process.

Is Anesthesia Necessary?
No. If there will be no porcelain veneer, there is no need for anesthesia.

How Long Does It Last?
A good prosthesis can be used easily for 5 years.

How Many Months Should You Go For Control?
Usually, we have to go for a check-up every 6 months. Apart from this, if there is an unusual situation, it is imperative that we see a doctor.

Is It Difficult to Get Used to Removable Prostheses?
It is about the patient's own psychology. But it gets easier to get used to as time goes on.

Should we remove the prosthesis at night?
At first, it is recommended not to take it off at night. However, it would be good to remove the prostheses during the day so that the soft tissues can rest later.

Page update date: 4/Kasım/2023 18:11