Silicone dentures are a whole class of dental removable structures that are made of elastic and soft materials. They are produced by injection molding of polymer, and new types of medical plastics are used for the base of products. Due to this, silicone prostheses are of good quality and last for a long time.
The price for them depends on the type of construction and the dental clinic in which the prosthesis procedure will take place.
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Types of removable dentures made of silicone
Soft designs to replace lost teeth made of flexible materials. In Russia, the most famous are the following types of silicone products for teeth:
- Acetal.
- Polyurethane.
- Quadrotti.
- Acre Free.
- Nylon
Their common feature is flexible silicone basethat mimics the gums and the sky. Artificial teeth made of plastic are attached to it. Depending on how many teeth need to be restored, the designs may be:
- partial;
- single;
- complete.
Partial and single products are fastened with claspsthat cover the bottom of the remaining adjacent teeth. At the same time, their own crowns are not ground. When installing complete dental constructions, when all the teeth are missing, the “sucker” effect is used, since the clasps have nothing to catch on.
Benefits of Silicone Prostheses
Removable silicone dental constructions have many advantages:
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At their installation there is no need to dissect the abutment teeth. - Chewing force is evenly distributed.
- When wearing the product there are no symptoms of toxicity.
- The material does not change color over time, as it is resistant to food dyes.
- The locking elements are made of soft materials, therefore they do not injure the teeth and gums, do not cause discomfort and are almost imperceptible.
- In the process of chewing loads does not occur deformation.
- Silicone is a hypoallergenic material, so it can be used by people who are prone to allergies and are sensitive to acrylic.
- Patients quickly get used to soft dentures.
- Elastic products are comfortable in everyday wear. They do not rub the mucous membrane and do not cause discomfort.
- Silicone systems are distinguished by reliable fixation, which reduces the risk of a prosthesis falling out.
Among other things, silicone dental products have decent aesthetic properties. They can be made according to the color of the gums and the patient's teeth. To distinguish them from these crowns will be almost impossible.
disadvantages
Like all dentures, silicone designs have their drawbacksto pay attention to:
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Flexible products are deformed under the influence of large loads, so they often have to be adjusted. - The material is difficult to polish, so the product has a slightly rough surface. Due to this, it accumulates soft food debris, and the process of purification becomes more complicated.
- Under mechanical force, the main part of the structure is able to sag, injuring the paradont of the tooth and marginal gingiva.
- A soft fixer that clings to the neck of the tooth can damage the marginal gum, which can lead to inflammation.
- Made of flexible material fixing elements are not able to distribute the chewing load.As a result, a strong pressure occurs on the soft tissues of the prosthetic bed, which over time leads to atrophy of the bone tissue.
- The removable silicone designs are quite high prices.
- To avoid accumulation of odor, the product should be regularly cleaned with special brushes and disinfectants.
- In the absence of teeth, silicone constructs are rarely used, since it is almost impossible to chew solid food on them.
Care of removable dentures made of silicone
Silicone designs are quite capricious in care. Wrong selected cleaning products and poor care can cause the base to become dull, change color, and an unpleasant smell start to emanate from it. Therefore, dentists recommend:
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Every morning before using the denture, you should thoroughly clean the mouth with a soft bristled toothbrush. - At night, the removable product should be dipped in a container with a special solution that can be purchased at a pharmacy for disinfection.
- To clean and disinfect the structure you need special toothpastes and brushes.
- Do not clean with hot water. This may result in deformation of the product.
Daily proper care for silicone prosthesis protects it from plaque, bacteria multiplication and preserves the color of the material.
Prices for silicone dentures
The cost of such a product is quite high. It depends on the type of construction. The average price for a removable partial denture is about 20,000 rubles. Replacing one or two teeth will cost a little less. The cost of the complete construction will be at least 30,000 rubles.
Sure you may find and install silicone prostheses possible at lower prices. But, most likely, the material will be of poor quality, so in this case it is not necessary to count on a comfortable carrying and long life of the structure.
Patient Reviews
I have long had to restore a few teeth. But the thing is that I suffer from diabetes, and acrylic prostheses are contraindicated to me. I accidentally learned about silicone designs that can be used for my illness. I turned to a dental clinic, where I was delighted that I would soon be with my teeth. I made the denture partially removable. He is very comfortable, keeps himself steady and never rubs anywhere. I got used to him for about two months. If you do not take into account that you can not chew hard food and some violations of diction, then I am very pleased with my new teeth.
I didn’t have only two upper teeth on the sides, and I wanted to install implants. But they cost a lot. The dentist recommended silicone prostheses similar to natural teeth. I liked them because they did not have to grind the neighboring teeth and put crowns on them. And the price of the design of silicone is less than the cost of implants. The product looks like natural teeth, completely unnoticeable to others and sits perfectly in the mouth. It is convenient to take food and talk to him, I do not feel any discomfort.
For five years he wore a bridge that neither cleaned nor washed properly is simply impossible. Food was constantly clogged under the crowns. As a result, the teeth under them, I also lost. I decided to change them, and chose silicone prostheses. Especially about them a lot of positive feedback. New teeth were just a celebration of cleanliness. They can be cleaned and washed without problems. Now the load falls on the gum, so the abutment teeth are better preserved.
I want to note that getting used to this prosthesis should be short-lived. It's all about the dental technician and the doctor. For a long time you can only get used to poor-quality design. I got used to it no more than three weeks. Do not do prosthetics where cheaper. You should choose a clinic with a good reputation and experienced professionals.
On the upper front teeth, I put a partial denture. Compared to others, it is lighter and thinner.In addition, it is not necessary for its installation to grind their teeth. But wearing it became a problem for me. It seems that the sky is not closed, but, oddly enough, a gag reflex appeared. I think this is due to the fact that the base and the teeth are made of different materials. All the time it seemed to me that they were very bulging. My mucous membrane constantly dried up, my lips and diction were disturbed. Although in the clinic, I met a woman who does not remove her dental structure even at night, and does not experience any discomfort.
Two years ago, I was made a removable dental system of acrylic, and it turned out that I have an allergy to this material. Mouthfeel was the most unpleasant. There was an itch, and everything hurt. The dentist suggested implantation, but for me it is very expensive. Together we decided that a silicone partial denture would suit me. I have been using it for about a year now, and I am very pleased with the new teeth! Most importantly, I have no reaction to this product. It is easy to put on and does not fall out during a conversation. There is only one drawback - it is inconvenient to chew solid food. But there is nothing wrong with that. The advantages of the removable silicone design more.
I had a denture installed on my upper jaw, which I quickly got used to. Chewing food with it can be quite normal. At night, it must be removed. At first it was quite difficult to get used to these procedures. But now everything is fine. The only drawback is that after six months the material has subsided, and the base is not so tight to the gums.
Two years ago I turned to a dental clinic, since I had two teeth missing from my upper jaw. I thought at first to build a bridge, but I did not want to grind the neighboring teeth at all. The doctor suggested prosthetics with a partially removable silicone construction. She looks natural, and I got used to her very quickly. The prosthesis does not slide off during the meal and does not affect the diction. The dentist warned that it is better not to eat very solid food. Since I don’t want to break new teeth, I follow his recommendations. Everything suits me, except that the silicone product is very demanding to care. In order for the prosthesis to last longer, it has to be cleaned daily with special products.
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