Dentist in St. Louis, MO offers treatment for missing teeth with partial dentures

Drs. Allan and Andrew Link of The DentaLink are available to assist new and established patients with a wide range of solutions for the smile. This includes helping individuals who are dealing with tooth loss. When a tooth is extracted or lost, it needs to be replaced as soon as possible. Treatment often includes talking to a dentist about dentures. There are two types of dentures available at The DentaLink of St. Louis, MO, including full dentures and partial dentures. Today, we will discuss the benefits of the partial denture.

What is a partial denture?

Today, many people know someone who wears dentures. It could be a grandparent, parent, or even a close friend or coworker. But what is a partial denture, and how common are they? Partial dentures are different from full dentures, which replace all the teeth in the dental arch. A partial denture works a little differently. It is designed to replace one or more teeth in the smile while using the existing teeth for support. The partial denture includes a metal, or flexible, framework and acrylic teeth to recreate the smile, restoring function and appearance. Without a partial denture in place, patients may notice the rest of their teeth shifting within the arch, causing gaps or misalignment that requires later treatment to resolve. Instead, patients who experience tooth loss or extraction can have a partial denture placed as soon as possible to keep this from happening and maintain their natural smile alignment. The denture also helps in restoring chewing, biting, and speaking efficiency.

What are some facts about partial dentures that patients should know?

Below are a few facts from the DentaLink team regarding partial dentures:

• Partial dentures require less time to adjust than full dentures do, making it easier for patients to get back to the activities they enjoy—including eating their favorite foods!
• Partial dentures include a metal, or flexible, framework that safely yet discreetly clasps to the existing teeth for stability and strength.
• Partial dentures should be removed at bedtime and replaced in the morning.
• Partial dentures are made to look as natural as possible, to avoid patients looking as though they have dental restorations in place.
• Partial dentures are often covered in part or in whole by dental insurance plans, making them one of the most affordable restorations available at The DentaLink.
• Partial dentures will last several years with proper care and attention and can be adjusted by our team of professionals to ensure proper fit and function from day one.

Schedule your appointment at The DentaLink today!

Drs. Allan and Andrew Link manage two office locations in the areas of Ballwin and St. Louis, MO and accept new patients. Call the St. Louis, MO office, located at 2552 Lemay Ferry Road, at (636) 496 8584 to request a consultation visit. Our facility is open to patients of all ages, and our father and son team is here for you and your family. Many patients can avoid referrals to specialists as many unique treatments are completed in-house with our dedicated professionals.

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