BOB SONG DENTURE CLINIC

Metal Partial Dentures

Enjoy the Comfort and Longevity of Metal Partial dentures in Sydney.

Bob Song Denture Clinic specializes in high quality metal partial dentures. ｃａｌｌ us on 02 9687 6268 for comfortable and durable metal partial dentures in Sydney.

What Are Metal Partial Dentures?

Metal partial dentures are one kind of partial dentures that are used to ｒｅｐｌａｃｅ missing natural teeth. Metal partial dentures are crafted using cast metal framework, denture teeth and acrylic flange. Denture teeth and acrylic flange used on metal partial dentures are similar to those on acrylic partial dentures.

Metal partial dentures mainly use the cast metal frameworks for retention, support and stability in the mouth which provide great comfort and stability. Correctly casted metal framework of metal partial dentures will precisely fit on the natural teeth and supporting oral tissue. The perfect fit of the metal partial dentures will bring many advantages comparing to acrylic partial dentures.

What Are the Designs of Metal Partial Dentures?

Designs of metal partial dentures are the most crucial part of successful metal partial dentures except for accurate dental impressions. Design of metal partial dentures are mainly determined on the designs of cast meatal frameworks. Cast metal frame works mainly include mainly major connectors, minor connectors, clasps and rests. Each component has its unique role to the metal partial dentures. Let us explain the purposes of different components of cast metal frameworks.

1. Metal major connectors are used for connecting the denture components from one side to the other. Major connectors are the main part of cast metal framework which are the foundation for support, connection and stability for the success of the metal partial dentures.

2. Metal minor connectors are mainly used to connect the clasps and rests to the major connectors.

3. Metal clasps are used to grip dentures to the natural teeth and prevent denture from displacing when you eating ｏｒ speaking.

4. Metal rests are put on the surfaces on natural teeth.  Metal rests are used to distribute the chewing force to the natural teeth and reduce the biting force on the supporting ridge. These metal rests can be put on the biting surfaces of molars and premolars.

5. Metal posts and backing are used to prevent the denture teeth from coming off of the denture base. They are mainly used in the area of front teeth.

6. Other components such metal onlays are also very important depending on the difficulties of metal partial dentures.

A well-designed metal partial denture will have the best support, stability and retention.

At Bob Song Dentures Clinic, our denture expert is high skilled and experienced in designs of metal partial dentures. Every metal partial denture case will be thoroughly examined and accurately designed by our denture expert. Our denture expert will make sure that the best denture outcome can be obtained for our denture customers.

What Are the Advantages of Metal Partial Dentures?

Some of the advantages of using metal partial dentures are explained here, and our denture experts will make sure that you can enjoy these advantages after getting your new dentures.

1. Comfort with easier adaption

The main framework of metal partial dentures is made from cast metal. Because of the hardness of metal framing, the main base of metal partial dentures can be made less than 1mm in thickness. Patients will seldom feel their tongue be squeezed.  The tongue space affected by cast metal partial dentures mainly include the roof of the mouth, tongue tip touching area and areas on both sides of the tongue.  Properly designed and crafted metal partial dentures will have minimum effects on the above tongue space. Therefore, patients can easily adapt to the new metal partial dentures comparing to the acrylic partial dentures.

2. Longevity

The hardness of the cast metal will ensure that the denture base is very hard to break. If you keep your general health and oral health in good conditions, most metal partial dentures can last more than 10 years in life. Of course, good eating habits and proper denture maintenance can also help your metal partial dentures last longer. The longevity of the cast metal frameworks will save your time and money in the long run. 

3. Stability and Comfort when speaking ｏｒ chewing

The cast metal framework is fabricated in one whole piece, which makes sure the metal partial denture can precisely fit around the natural teeth and support oral tissues. When properly made metal partial dentures are used for speaking ｏｒ chewing, they will have minimum in the mouth.  Therefore, metal partial dentures will be felt very stable and comfortable. Meanwhile, the high stability of metal partial dentures brings minimum stress to natural teeth and support oral tissues which eventually help maintain your dental health in the long run.

4. Easier to clean and good for oral health

Metal partial dentures generally use less acrylic on the denture base comparing with acrylic partial dentures. Therefore, metal partial dentures will be less porous. The less porosity will not only minimise the growing for microorganisms, but also make the denture to be easily cleaned and disinfected. Overall, metal partial dentures are easier to clean and better for oral hygiene.

Why do people choose Metal Partial Dentures?

Here are some common reasons that people get metal partial dentures.

1. Frequent denture base breakages of existing acrylic partial dentures

2. Worry about the breakage of new partials.

3. Patient cannot speak naturally, and are always feeling the upper plate is too thick. Feel the tongue space is not enough ｏｒ the tongue is squeezed.

4. Front denture tooth ｏｒ teeth often breaks off of the denture due to deep bite ｏｒ thin acrylic base.

What Is the cost of Metal Partial Dentures?

Metal partial dentures are generally a bit more expensive than acrylic partial dentures because of the cost of cast metal framework. The price of metal partial dentures is from $1200 at our denture clinic. That is the price of cast metal base only. Denture teeth, clasps, metal rests and other components are all with extra cost. Number of denture teeth, location of missing teeth, number of clasps, complexity of cast metal framework design and patient’s bite relationship should be considered as other price influencing factors. At Bob Song Denture Clinic, most cast metal partial dentures cost from $1400 to $3500 depending on the number of missing teeth and complexity of dentures themselves.

However, if you consider above advantages of metal partial dentures, metal partial denture can be the most cost-effective option of partial dentures in the long term.

Where to Get Best Quality Metal Partial Dentures in Sydney?

If you are looking for perfect fit, comfortable metal partial dentures in Sydney, contact Bob Song Denture Clinic Parramatta for expert denture solutions. Bob Song Denture Clinic specializes in high quality metal partial dentures. You can enjoy the comfort and longevity of our metal partial dentures in Sydney.

With over thirty years of experience in medical and dental health, our denture expert has provided many customers with very comfortable metal partial dentures. Contact us on 02 9687 6268 now to get your perfect metal partial dentures to restore your confidence and smile.