Flexible Partial Dentures Northampton & East Longmeadow
Restore Your Smile & Confidence
If you have suffered tooth loss, our team at EMA Dental in Northampton and East Longmeadow wants to help! We focus on providing high-quality, durable, and natural-looking prosthetics that deliver reliable function day after day. As a specialist for dentures, we offer options that you might not be able to find at other practices, including metal-free flexible partial dentures. What does that mean? Continue reading below to learn more, or contact us directly to set up your tooth replacement consultation.
Why Choose EMA Dental for Flexible Partial Dentures?
- Advanced Prosthetics That Prioritize Comfort
- On-Staff Prosthodontic Specialist
- Dental Insurance Welcomed & Maximized
What Are Flexible Partial Dentures?
Traditionally, partial dentures have a metal framework. This makes them very sturdy, but it has some disadvantages. For example, these dentures can feel bulky. They also have highly visible metal clasps that help them to stay in place. As you can imagine, many patients with these prosthetics feel self-conscious about how they look!
Flexible partial dentures are a metal-free alternative. They are made of a lightweight thermoplastic resin that has a slight give to it (hence their “flexible” title). There are no metal clasps. Instead, these dentures stay in place with the help of semi-translucent clasps that blend beautifully into the surrounding gum tissue. These dentures also hug the unique contours of the gums in order to remain secure during eating and speaking.
The Benefits of a Flexible Partial Denture
Of course, the aesthetic appeal of a flexible partial denture is a big draw for many patients, but that is just the beginning of the benefits offered by this tooth replacement option. Other advantages include:
- Comfort: The lightweight, slightly flexible material makes these dentures easy to wear all day long. They are also less likely to cause gum irritation than regular partial dentures with metal parts.
- Ideal for individuals with metal sensitivities: If you are allergic or sensitive to metal, you should be able to use a flexible partial denture without any issues.
- Durability: A flexible denture is less likely to break or shatter if you accidentally drop it.
- Reliable function: A flexible partial denture may provide you with 5 – 8 years of reliable function.
- Easier on natural teeth: The metal clasps of regular partial dentures can place a lot of pressure on your natural teeth. Flexible dentures are gentler and cause less wear and tear.
Am I a Good Candidate for Flexible Partial Dentures?
As a local specialist for dentures, our team will help you determine which treatment option is best for you. Flexible partial dentures may be a great option if:
- You are missing multiple teeth throughout one of your dental arches.
- You have found it difficult to adapt to traditional rigid dentures in the past.
- You place a high value on the aesthetics of your smile.
- You are interested in the benefits of metal-free dentistry.
- Your gums are healthy enough to support a partial denture.
Are you ready to learn more about flexible partial dentures? Our team will be happy to answer your questions, so do not hesitate to reach out to us.