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Flexible Dentures

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What Are Flexible Dentures?

A denture is an artificial replacement for 1 or more missing teeth. It is an important solution that can aid confidence, health & quality of life of the wearer. Flexible dentures are made from a thermoplastic nylon resin that is very thin and flexible in comparison to the acrylic used traditionally in dentures. This means they feel less bulky in your mouth. A flexible denture uses existing healthy and natural teeth as well as the gum line as anchor points to keep the denture in place.

What are the Benefits of Flexible Dentures?

Flexible dentures provide a solution for patients who can’t or don’t want to use regular dentures. The most obvious advantage is that they aren’t brittle, so they’re less likely to shatter if they’re dropped. They cling to the gums and don’t require denture adhesive or metal clasps to hold them in place. The material is clear and allows the natural gum color to show through. Comfort is a major benefit, and patients often find chewing and less likely to cause difficulties with speech.

Some patients are allergic to acrylic resin, nickel or other materials in traditional dentures, and some have difficulty opening their mouths wide. For these patients, the flexible variety may be the only type they can wear. Dentists may also recommend them to patients who have had missing teeth for a long time.

How long do dentures / false teeth last?

An average set of dentures will last anywhere from 5-10 years. The artificial teeth suffer wear and tear from daily use and are susceptible to being broken if dropped or too much force is applied to them.

As the body changes over the years as does the jawbone and this has a knock on effect to how well dentures fit. Dentists can often make some slight adjustments, but is a denture is becoming loose it may require a replacements.

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