Removable vs Permanent Dentures: The Pros and Cons

If you have missing teeth, you may consider getting dentures to restore your smile and improve your quality of life. Dentures are artificial teeth that replace natural ones and help you eat, speak, and look better. However, not all dentures are the same. You may have a choice between the traditional removable dentures and permanent dentures supported by dental implants. While both can provide relief and improve your quality of life, each has its own set of advantages and disadvantages. We will explain their differences and how to choose the best option for you.

What are Removable Dentures?

Removable dentures are dentures that you can take out and put back in your mouth as needed. They are usually made of acrylic or metal and held in place by clasps, suction, or adhesive. Depending on how many teeth you need to replace, removable dentures can be partial or complete.

At Lasting Smiles Dental Care, Las Vegas, Dr Ghodsi offers his patients natural-looking dentures that are more comfortable than ever. Today’s denture fabrication has developed due to increased understanding of jaw and bite function. Dentures created for our Las Vegas patients feel like natural teeth. Moreover, our Lasting Smiles dentures will enhance and support your facial muscles and help you regain a youthful appearance.

Please keep in mind that, like your natural teeth, dentures need daily cleaning, such as brushing and soaking every night.

What are Permanent Dentures?

Permanent dentures are dentures that are fixed to your jawbone with dental implants. Most often, when you have dentures attached to the dental implants, they can only be removed by a dentist. However, they can also be attached to the implants with connectors that allow you to remove and reinsert them. They are usually made of porcelain or ceramic. Permanent dentures can also be partial or complete, depending on how many teeth you need to replace.

What are the Pros and Cons of Removable Dentures?

Removable dentures have advantages and disadvantages that you should consider before deciding if they are right for you. Here are some of them:

Pros of Removable Dentures

• They are usually cheaper than permanent dentures, requiring less dental work and materials.
• Removable dentures are easier to clean and maintain, as you can take them out and brush them like your natural teeth.
• They are more flexible and adaptable, as you can adjust or replace them if your mouth changes.
• They can be less invasive and risky, as they do not involve surgery or drilling into your jawbone.
• Modern removable dentures are natural-looking and more comfortable than ever.

Cons of Removable Dentures

• They are less stable and secure, as they can slip, slide, or fall out of your mouth while you eat, speak, or laugh.
• Unless they are high-quality dentures, they can be less comfortable and natural than permanent dentures. 
• Poorly made or ill-fitting dentures can cause irritation, soreness, or infection in your gums and mouth.
• They may be less durable and not as long-lasting, as they can break or chip accidentally while trying to remove them or place them in your mouth.

What are the Pros and Cons of Permanent Dentures?

Like removable dentures, permanent dentures have advantages and disadvantages to consider before deciding how to replace your missing or decaying teeth. Here are some of them:

Pros of Permanent Dentures

• They are more stable and secure, as they are firmly anchored to your jawbone and do not move or fall out of your mouth.
• They are more comfortable and natural, as they feel and function like natural teeth.
• They are more durable and long-lasting, as they are more likely to be made of high-quality materials that can last decades.
• They can be more aesthetic and realistic, as they look and match your natural teeth and smile.
• You can eat any foods you enjoyed when you had your natural teeth without worrying about them shifting or falling out.
• They enable you to speak more comfortably.
• You don’t need to remove them every night to clean them. You can clean them the same way you would your natural teeth.
• Dental implants used to support dentures can stimulate the jawbone to prevent bone loss.
• They constantly support your lips and cheeks, preventing premature wrinkles around the mouth area.
• You won’t experience the pain associated with poorly fitting dentures.
• There is no need for adhesive to keep them in place.

Cons of Permanent Dentures

• Permanent dentures are more expensive than removable dentures, as they require more dental work and materials.
• Permanent dentures are harder to clean and maintain, as you cannot remove and brush them like your natural teeth.
• Permanent dentures are less flexible and adaptable, as you cannot adjust or replace them if your mouth changes over time.
• Permanent dentures are more invasive and risky, involving surgery and drilling into your jawbone.

How to Choose the Best Option for You?

The best option depends on your preferences, budget, oral health, and lifestyle. There is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to dentures. You should weigh the pros and cons of each type of denture and consult with Dr Ghodsi to determine which one is right for you.

Dr. Ghodsi is one of the best denture and implant specialists in Las Vegas. He has over 35 years of experience and expertise in providing high-quality and customized dentures and dental implants for his patients. He will use the latest technology to examine your oral health, listen to your needs and goals, and recommend the best type of denture. He will also explain the procedure, the costs, and the benefits of getting dentures from Lasting Smile Dental Care in Las Vegas.

Whether you choose removable or permanent dentures, Dr. Ghodsi will ensure that you get the best results possible and that you are satisfied with your new smile. He will also provide you with aftercare instructions and follow-up visits to ensure that your dentures fit well and function properly.

Contact Lasting Smiles Dental Care to Schedule Your Denture Consultation

If you are interested in removable or permanent dentures, contact Dr Ghodsi today. Call us at (702) 259-5295 or fill out our online form to schedule a consultation. We are conveniently located near the intersection of Meadows Ln and South Valley View Blvd, serving dental implant patients from central Las Vegas, including Richfield, Twin Lakes and Rancho Oakey.

At Lasting Smiles Dental Care, we are committed to providing you with the best dental care and services in Las Vegas.