2-4-1-Types of Dentures

This type of denture is made for persons who have some remaining root tips or implants. Dentures lay over tooth roots or implants (yellow arrows), which should be brushed. Retainers located underneath the dentures (blue arrows) should be brushed carefully to remove debris without harming the plastic components. Use denture cleaners that are not corrosive to metal (usually they are indicated as cleaners for partials).

If you are unsure of how to care for your overdentures please speak with your provider.

This type of denture is made for persons who have some remaining teeth. It has a metallic framework (yellow arrow) and acrylic teeth (green arrow). Partial dentures should be removed to be brushed, and remaining teeth should be brushed when partials are out. Use denture cleaners that are not corrosive to metal (usually they are indicated as cleaners for partials).

This type of denture is made for persons who have some remaining teeth. It is made of acrylic teeth (green arrow) and wire clasps (yellow arrow). Partial dentures should be removed to be brushed, and remaining teeth should be brushed when partials are out. Use denture cleaners that are not corrosive to metal (usually they are indicated as cleaners for partials).

This type of denture is also made for persons who have some remaining teeth. It is made of acrylic teeth and flexible (green arrow) or soft (yellow arrow) materials added to it for retention to remaining teeth. Partial dentures should be removed to be brushed, and remaining teeth should be brushed when partials are out. Some flexible/soft materials are not compatible with denture cleaners, so avoid regular denture cleaners and brush with plain water.

These are the most common type of complete dentures. They are made for individuals who are completely without teeth. These dentures lay over the skin and have no teeth or root underneath.