DIPLOMATE, AMERICAN BOARD OF PROSTHODONTICS
PROSTHODONTICS AND GENERAL DENTISTRY
ORLEANS, MA, CAPE COD
REMOVABLE PARTIAL DENTURES

When there are multiple missing teeth, weak anchor teeth, or no posterior teeth to anchor on, a removable partial denture may be used to replace teeth. These restorations typically are made of a metal framework and a plastic base with teeth. They must be removed for daily cleaning and at night. Dental implants may be used to improve their stability, retention, comfort and esthetics.