Because of their cementation, there is no need for wires, clasps, or external metal parts. These appliances can be made with a metal substructure with cosmetic porcelain applied over tints structure for esthetics, with all metal without porcelain, or with porcelain or ceramic materials with no metal whatsoever. Your Doctor will discuss with you which option is the best choice for your needs. Quite often, patients use the terms bridges and plates interchangeably. However, the appliances are of very different design and quality.
Full Dentures are removable replacements after all the teeth are removed.
They rely on suction with the oral tissues for retention. This is usually much greater on the upper arch than on the lower, and declines over the years that the teeth are missing. Partial Dentures replace a number of missing teeth when some remain. They stay in place with a system of wires, clasps, and metal frameworks. They require excellent personal hygiene since they can promote dental decay or periodontal diseases due to food and plague accumulation.