Types of removable dentures:

Types of removable dentures:

First, the classification of removable partial dentures is classified according to the support method of the denture to the bearing force:

1. Tooth-supported dentures

There are remaining natural teeth at both ends of the gap, and the force on the denture is mainly borne by the natural teeth.

2. Mucosa-supported dentures

The force on the denture is mainly borne by the mucosa and the underlying alveolar bone, and the rest is not provided due to the loosening of the remaining teeth or the tight occlusion.

3. Tooth-and mucosa-supported dentures

The force of the denture is shared by the natural teeth, the mucous membrane and the alveolar ridge.

Second, according to the denture production method and material classification

1. Plastic adhesive removable denture

Dentures are mainly made of methacrylic resin and are retained by bent wire clasps. The price is low, but the volume is large and the scope of application is wide.

2. Metal cast stent removable denture

It is generally composed of a metal integral casting bracket and a small amount of plastic, which is complicated to manufacture and has a higher cost than plastic glue-connected removable partial dentures. It is durable and slightly smaller in size. Indications are relatively strict.