Ideally, your comfort before and after partial dentures should be the same, if not improved. When you get upper or lower partial dentures, you should be able to enjoy speaking and eating naturally. However, there are a few factors you need to consider to ensure that this happens.
Maximising Your Comfort With Partial Dentures
What Is the Best Material for Dentures?
When it comes to your dentures, you will likely have a choice between four materials. Each has its own merits, but some may be better suited to your needs, as well as budget.
- Acrylic resin: This is the most commonly used material as it is relatively inexpensive and easy to adjust. It can also be colour-matched to suit your remaining natural teeth. However, it can become brittle. It is also prone to wear and tear.
- Porcelain: While more expensive than acrylic resin, porcelain is generally more durable and can look more natural. At the same time, though, porcelain can also become brittle. Similarly, it can break more easily if mishandled or dropped.
- Flexible resin: This is a soft, flexible material that can bend and move with your mouth. As a result, it’s generally a comfortable choice. This is particularly true if you have sensitive gums or have previously had trouble with other denture materials. However, it can be more expensive than other options.
- Metal: Many partial dentures are made from a combination of metal and acrylic resin. It’s a strong and durable choice but can also be expensive.
While everyone is different, flexible resin partial dentures are generally the most popular in terms of comfort. This is because the material moves with and conforms to your mouth.
How Does It Feel to Wear Partial Dentures That Fit Properly?
Even with the right material, you can still find your partial dentures uncomfortable if they aren’t fitted well. If your dentures are a good fit, you should expect them to not feel loose. You don’t want them to feel wobbly or unstable, as this can make it difficult to talk or eat. Similarly, you don’t want your partial dentures to feel too tight. Otherwise, you might find that they’re causing sore spots in your mouth.
To ensure your dentures fit properly, it’s best to work with your prosthetist to resolve any issues. Don’t feel like you’re causing a fuss or complaining about nothing. If your dentures don’t feel right, let your prosthetist know so they can try something else. It may take a few adjustments, but, in the end, you will have a comfortable fit.
3 Things You Can Expect When Your Partial Dentures Are Comfortable
You’ll know your partial dentures are a comfortable fit because:
- You find them easy to put in and take out: Whether it’s at night or to clean them, you shouldn’t have any difficulty removing your partial dentures or putting them back in. Regardless, always be sure to be gentle with them to avoid damaging them.
- You feel confident eating and speaking: With your partial dentures looking natural and fitting perfectly in your mouth, you should have no concerns about enjoying a nice meal or catching up with friends and family. Your dentures should stay comfortably in place as you do everything you want to.
- They look natural: While a lot of your partial dentures’ appearance will come down to the material chosen and the colour-matching to your natural teeth, a good comfortable fit also plays a role. As your dentures won’t be slipping or gripping too hard, they will look more natural in your mouth.
Discover Comfortable Partial Dentures Today
Getting partial dentures is about ensuring you feel comfortable. At Direct Denture Care, we’ll help you find the partial denture solution that suits you best. Get in touch today to book your appointment.
