As an alturnative to bridges and implants , dentures can be used to replace several missing teeth. It is possible to get either full, or partial dentures.
Full dentures remain in place by form fitting to the gum ridges.
This creates a strong suction that is usually enough to keep them comfortably in place Partial dentures often have additional ridges that fit around the natural teeth helping them stay in place. To secure dentures more firmly to the gum ridge, a dental implant can be used. Implants used for an overdenture are fitted with a ball screw. This allows the denture to be firmly snapped into place It can take several visits to the dentist in order to be properly fit with a denture. The dentist will take several impressions of the gums, and send these to a dental lab.