Orthopedics - this area of dentistry that deals with the restoration of teeth. With prosthetic appliances we can recreate one lost tooth, part or all dentition generally, with perfect esthetic appearance. Engaged by dentist orthopedist. Also very important part of the prosthesis is manufacturing veneers, which help the teeth to change the its color, size, and in some cases, incline.
There are few types of dentures: single crowns, veneers, inlays, and partial or full prosthetic appliances - it's so-called non-removable dentures. Also there are and partial and full dentures, classified as removable.
The main objective of removable and non-removable dentures is to restore chewing function, but the possibilities of modern dentistry gives us the ability and restore the aesthetic appearance of the patient dentition.
Becomes clear that each patient has it owns preference, but there are a number of indications and contraindications for each type of prosthesis, so each patient needs individual approach. Important role plays also material from which made appliances, Material determines such prosthetic specifications like strength, duration of use, and aesthetic appearance.
Metal-ceramic prostheses are popular because of strength, and excellent aesthetic appearance. This is achieved by a metal frame, which solidly holds the structure and the outer layer of ceramic material that accurately reproduces the color of the tooth of the patient. With proper use and care this type of fixed structures can serve for a very long.
Fullceramic are made from clear ceramic, and is metal- free. That’s why its perfectly reproduces the color and shape of the teeth, whereby they aren’t lose their main purpose - masticatory function, as can withstand heavy loads. Due to the fact that this type of prosthesis is manufactured using high-precision and expensive devices and tools, they differ significantly in price of metal prostheses.
Veneers is ultra-thin ceramic plates which fixating on the outside of the teeth with a special cement. They perform more aesthetic function, as using them can achieve the effect of Hollywood smile, and thus save their teeth. Also, this type of fixed structures can help with dentition defect - at returned or uneven teeth, and does not require a long time such as wearing braces.
With the loss of a substantial part or all teeth, we can propose removable prosthetic appliances. They have anatomical retention to the mucosa and to precense teeth, if they are.
The main difference between arch dentures and plate prosthetic is that for the manufacture uses metallic thin arc that does not rub the mucosa. This prosthesis does not create any discomfort when chewing, mucous when you use it has no major settling, so its much more long-lived. One disadvantage of this type of prosthesis is that its metal part is visible during smiling or talking.