FLEXIBLE PARTIAL DENTURES Iesha Washington Cassie Griffin Appearance

FLEXIBLE PARTIAL DENTURES Iesha Washington Cassie Griffin

Appearance Comfort Materials used Affordability WHY FLEXIBLE PARTIALS?

The new appearance helps patients’ to gain confidence in esthetics because of these features: Lifelike No metal clasp Custom color, shape, and design Blends seamlessly, nearly invisible APPEARANCE

Thermoplastic Nylon Tough elastic synthetic polymer Use of nylon rather than methacrylate based acrylic More durable than acrylic Long-term versatility MATERIALS USED

Very thin Therefore lightweight Moves naturally when talking, chewing, and smiling Built as a complete denture Covers necessary areas to minimize movement COMFORT

The partials being made from nylon is beneficial in ways that helps to gain patient satisfaction such as: Does not absorb water Stain and odor resistant Negotiates small tori Flexible Unbreakable Longer use BENEFITS OF NYLON

Non- abrasive cleanser Brand recommended Minimum of 3 times per week Helps prevent gingivitis and tooth decay Should not be worn over night CLEANING

Nylon Acrylic Flexible Bulky Very thin to help with comfort and stability Can be easily broken Clinically unbreakable Metal clasps that wrap around the maxillary cuspids No metal clasps Better esthetic value NYLON VS. ACRYLIC

Pros Cons Teeth are made from acrylic and can break Stop remaining natural teeth from moving out of position Plastic clasp can trap bacteria and food debris Alternate to for people who are allergic to acrylic Difficult to reline, rebase, and repair Strong Resistant to fracture PROS AND CONS

Shade guides Valplast Sunflex TCS Duraflex BRANDS

The average cost without extractions or other dental work is about $700 -$1500. A simple extraction of a tooth can be $75 to $450 a tooth. Most dental insurance covers some or all of the cost. COSTS

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