Dental prosthetics
Mobile installations
Removable dentures are those that can be easily removed by the patient. They are usually used to replace missing teeth when the adjacent teeth are not healthy or sufficient to support fixed dentures.
Types:
Complete dentures:
Used to replace all missing teeth in one jaw.
Consists of an acrylic base that holds artificial teeth.
Partial dentures:
Used when there are some natural teeth remaining.
Consists of artificial teeth and connectors to attach them to the natural teeth.
Advantages:
Easy to remove: They can be easily removed for cleaning or while sleeping.
Cost saving: They are often less expensive than fixed dentures.
Flexibility: They can be adjusted if the condition of the mouth changes.
Disadvantages:
Lack of stability: They may cause them to slip while speaking or eating.
Comfort: The patient may feel discomfort at first while adjusting to their installation.
Care: They need to be cleaned periodically to maintain their health.
Fixed fixtures.
Fixed prostheses are those that are permanently attached and cannot be easily removed. They are used to replace missing or damaged teeth and help restore aesthetic function.
Types:
Fixed bridges:
Used to replace one or more missing teeth.
Consist of crowns that are attached to adjacent teeth (abutments) and an artificial tooth (or more) that is attached between them.
Crowns:
Used to cover a damaged or weak tooth.
Can be made of ceramic, metal, or a combination of both.
Veneers:
Thin porcelain shells that are attached to the front surface of teeth to improve their appearance.
Advantages:
Stability: They cannot be easily removed, making them comfortable.
Natural functions: They restore the ability to chew and speak normally.
Improved aesthetic appearance: They are an effective aesthetic solution.
Disadvantages:
Modify adjacent teeth: Requires the removal of part of the enamel of the adjacent teeth.
Cost: They are often more expensive than removable prostheses.
Marvel Clinic, led by Dr. Khaled Zaghloul, is one of the largest and most prominent cosmetic centers in the Middle East. This comes as a natural result of many years of experience and a constant commitment to developing our medical services according to the latest technologies in the fields of cosmetics and body contouring.