Prosthetics today is one of the most interesting areas of dentistry for the population. A beautiful and healthy smile is an important factor and the basis of communication in social life. Therefore, the choice should be approached carefully and thoughtfully, since not only successful communication, but also personal comfort will depend on it.
In this article, we will consider the best removable and fixed prostheses of the new generation, their design, materials and cost.
There are fully removable and partially removable, there are slight differences in their designs.
Completely removable ones are made from acrylic plastic and nylon, partially removable ones are made from the same materials, but they may contain metal parts (locks, hooks). The design made for the upper jaw is a plate in contact with the palate and the jaw, fixation occurs due to suction. Teeth attached to the base of new generation dentures are made of plastic or ceramic.
They are fixed in the patient's oral cavity with the help of clasps (arc-shaped fixing element), which are put on adjacent healthy teeth. If the prosthesis is made of nylon, the clasps are made from the same material; if the prosthesis is plastic - metal clasps.
Removable dentures of a new generation of clasp type have a metal base on which artificial teeth are located, clasp are fixed using metal latches - attachments.
Removable overdentures without a palate are put on implants or their remaining teeth, flowing around their surface. The design consists of a base that wraps around the gum, retainers and teeth made of polymers.
Important! The choice of design of a covering prosthesis depends on the condition of the remaining teeth.
With obvious mobility and severe atrophy of the alveoli (a process that bears teeth), an indication of complete prosthetics, with the implantation of implants, is possible.
Types of new generation prostheses
The type of product and its design depend on the condition of the patient's dentition. Since there are fully removable, partially removable dentures of the new generation and fixed ones, it is necessary to consider in detail which one is best suited to each specific situation.
Depending on the number of teeth
Partially removable are installed if there are at least a few teeth that will serve as a support for it. This design is relevant in the absence of chewing teeth, the same prostheses are placed as temporary, in anticipation of the manufacture of a permanent prosthesis. In frequent cases, these are acrylic plate-type prostheses, nylon or silicone. These are attached to the remaining teeth or to implants implanted in the jawbone. Some varieties are attached by suction, a special fixing gel is additionally used.
Novelties - telescopic structures, made without a palate, they are fixed on the support units. Due to the absence of the palate, the patient quickly gets used to the foreign body and does not fear for their mobility. They are installed in the following cases:
- A small number of healthy teeth;
- Tooth mobility due to disease (periodontitis);
- To restore several lost teeth;
- As a false jaw.
Telescopic prostheses are a completely new trend in dental prosthetics, removable products of this type consist of a number of crowns soldered together, mounted supporting telescopic crowns. This is essentially the jaw itself, made of medical alloys, porcelain mass and acrylic, imitating the gums. Such a false jaw will be more expensive, but a prosthesis without a palate will not bring such discomfort as the old-style jaws.
If the patient has slight curvature of the teeth, gaps between the teeth or gaps, chips on the enamel, dentures-onlays - Snap-on Smile will help to correct the situation. This is a removable structure made of flexible material, it can be used from one to three years.
Removable dentures of a new generation, used in the presence of several teeth and not installed on the palate, are more expensive, but they are practically not felt in the mouth, and more and more patients are leaning towards this type of prosthetics.
One of these prostheses "Quadrotti" used in cases of complete absence of teeth or partial. It is firmly held in the oral cavity without closing the palate, like a removable “sandwich”. The difference is that two to four teeth are needed to install a “sandwich”.
Did you know? The ancient Egyptians were perhaps the first to practicedental prosthetics.
Of course, the method was antediluvian and gave the patient a lot of inconvenience, but still better than without teeth. Priests carried out such procedures, the prosthesis (most often the teeth of slaves) was attached to healthy teeth with wire. The attitude towards the highest caste of Egypt was more reverent: the pharaohs flaunted ivory teeth attached with gold wire.
Production material
Fixed products are made using zirconium, titanium for the base of structures and ceramics for teeth. Non-removable - these are crowns, bridges and inlays, implants that are securely fixed in the oral cavity and are not removed. Fixed dentures of the new generation have a much more aesthetic appearance in comparison with the old samples, which, of course, affects their cost (metal-ceramic for one tooth from 2400 rubles, 1000 hryvnias). The color of future prostheses is selected according to the natural color of the patient's teeth, and it is visually almost impossible to distinguish such a prosthesis from natural teeth. Titanium pins for implants are convenient because the metal is not rejected by the body, except that there are rare exceptions of an individual nature.
The latest removable dentures are made from polyurethane, silicone, nylon, and acrylic. They are soft, flexible and not heavy. Complete removable teeth have a soft base and acrylic teeth. The soft base is made of transparent materials through which the gums are visible. Such products are shown to clients with contraindications to implants. Dentures are fixed with the help of special pastes or gels, creams and powders.
The Akri-Free denture deserves special attention. They are made of natural hypoallergenic material - acrylic resin. The material is translucent, moreover, the manufacturers have reproduced the pink shade of the gums, which makes it invisible.
Note! In order to accurately determine which prostheses are best suited for a particular person, it is necessary to undergo a preliminary examination by an orthopedic dentist.
Fully removable, partially removable and non-removable
Removable dentures are easy to use, they can be removed and put on effortlessly.
In addition, modern dentures of a new generation without a palate are light and durable. Full removable is fixed in the oral cavity by suction, this is possible due to the structure of the gums. Products of this type are made in the form of a curved plate with teeth attached to it.
In the absence of a small number of teeth, partial dentures are used. These structures are fixed with clips or hooks. The convenience of partial dentures is in lightness, they do not violate the integrity of the healthy teeth to which they are attached, and are quite reliable. New generation partial dentures are much cheaper than implants.
Fixed dentures in the form of crowns are indicated for partial destruction of the tooth, when its root is healthy and retains its functions. Bridges of a non-removable type are installed in the absence of several teeth in a row, if there is a preserved tooth, on which the bridge is strengthened. This design consists of several crowns, artificial teeth with the help of medical solutions are securely and immovably fixed on a healthy tooth and fit snugly to the gum. The chewing function of the patient is not disturbed and addiction takes from several hours to a couple of days.
Interesting! The first President of the United States, George Washington, had only one tooth by the time he took office. His personal dentist, John Greenwood, made the denture from a range of materials. The teeth were human and animal fangs, and the base and fixing parts were made of lead and gold. In all the surviving photos of the famous president, he nowhere smiles with a wide open smile.
How to choose the right removable dentures of a new generation: materials, design, cost
The doctor will help you choose the right product with a full competent examination. In order to navigate the choice of the structures offered to you, we will briefly consider their main characteristics.
Clasp represent an arc on which gums made of plastic and crowns made of ceramics are attached. To install such prostheses, you need your own teeth, since this prosthesis is fixed with clasps to healthy teeth. Reviews of some patients: a metallic taste in the mouth, sometimes a metallic base is noticeable. Positive feedback includes the ability not to shoot at night, long-term.
Nylon suitable for patients with allergies to acrylic materials and metal. For people leading an active lifestyle, these products will come in handy, as they have a reliable fixation. Nylon dentures without a palate are attached, like clasp ones, to clasps, but their price is much higher due to the material, the clasps are also made of nylon. There are prostheses fixed by suction.
A novelty in dental prosthetics - prosthesis "sandwich". This design is made of a solid base that mimics the edge of the gums and a part with artificial teeth. There are recesses in the body that are fixed on the abutment teeth: securely, without paste, glue and other materials. Such convenience of the “sandwich” prosthesis causes its high cost: from 40,000 rubles, from 17,000 hryvnias. Such a prosthesis has contraindications: low bone height, blood diseases and diabetes mellitus. This should be taken into account, because if the patient does not have healthy teeth, but the roots remain, abutment crowns will be installed on their basis, and then the product itself.
Another innovation in dentistry prosthetics "Akri-Free". The design is a gum with teeth. It is prepared after fitting and examination individually for each patient. Even the color of the gums and oral mucosa is selected. The prosthesis is suitable for people who are allergic to plastic, it is made of acrylic. "Acri-Free" is fixed without metal fasteners, it is durable - up to seven years of use, requires simple maintenance. The cost of prostheses "Akri-Free":
- full - from 30,000 rubles;
- partial construction - from 20,000 rubles;
- microprosthesis - from 17,000 rubles.
Pros and cons of new generation dentures
The advantages of new generation dentures are obvious:
- The chewing function of the dentition is preserved;
- Natural appearance;
- The ease of the prosthesis itself and its use, care;
- Installation even in the complete absence of teeth.
Let's take a closer look at the latest innovations in dentistry. Dental prostheses of the new generation "sandwich":
- Despite their lightness, they are as strong as byugels;
- They do not have any aftertaste, it does not cause a gag reflex in the owner, does not affect the taste of food;
- It is made without the use of metal parts, it is not noticeable;
- Tight fixation in the oral cavity;
- Simple repair and restoration in case of breakdown;
- There is no need to grind abutment teeth or remove nerves during installation.
The disadvantages include only the high price and rare cases of individual intolerance to the material.
Acry-Free prostheses have the following advantages:
- The form is made under the natural structure of the gums and mucous membrane of the patient;
- The material does not contain allergens;
- Durability of structures;
- Quick addiction without patient discomfort: taste changes, diction, sensation of an extra object;
- Has a natural aesthetic appearance;
- Fast production;
- Possibility not to shoot at night.
"Acri-free" - a prosthesis with virtually no flaws, its disadvantages include less elasticity compared to others and a small load on bone tissue during use.
Features of caring for removable dentures of a new generation
Removable products need care, novelties made of lightweight materials - especially. For care in the pharmacy, you can buy a special disinfectant. Regular treatment at least once a week will provide good protection against possible infection. In order to carefully handle the prosthesis, it is better to purchase a toothbrush for sensitive teeth: it has soft bristles. When caring for a prosthesis, do not forget about oral hygiene.
Daily it is necessary to wash the prosthesis and remove food residues. According to the terms set by the dentist, process it professionally. The doctor for this has all the necessary conditions and drugs that are not available at home.
Modern removable prostheses, in addition to all the above advantages, will help the patient to save the nervous system. With new-style prostheses, you should not worry about accidental loss in public, because it is very noticeable or distinguishable from your teeth. In addition, with such a product, the patient's diction is not violated, which can also significantly affect mental comfort.
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