Orthosmile Multispeciality Dental Clinic

What is Complete Denture? Complete dentures refer to a full set of replacement teeth that are used in the lower (mandibular) or upper (maxillary) regions to replace teeth that have been removed due to serious gum disease or tooth decay. The teeth are some of the hardest parts of the body but there are cases when they get damaged. Usually, it is because of tooth decay that develops due to plaque buildup or bacteria that penetrate the gums, causing inflammation and pockets. A dentist’s role is to ensure that teeth are saved as much as possible. If not, at least much of the structure is preserved. Nevertheless, when the damage is severe, the teeth are extracted as a last option. If there are remaining teeth, the option is a partial denture, which can also act as a bridge. When several teeth in the upper or lower section have to be removed, complete dentures are the best option. Complete dentures can be immediate or conventional. They are conventional when they require mul...