What are Suction Dentures?

Suction dentures are a type of dental prosthetic that are provided by many dental clinics across the country. Prosthodontist dentists make expressly, as they require specialised moulding techniques to design. Suction dentures rely on creating strong retention using atmospheric pressure. This is obtained by their special construction.

How suction dentures are prepared?

The production of these suction dentures can be rather complex, as they should be moulded using specialised procedures. Therefore prosthodontists usually make them. We achieved a natural fit for each patient by creating special impressions, which provide the most optimal fit for each case.

By constructing the denture in such an intricate way, they allow a void to be formed and the dentures to absorb onto the gum area.

How does the suction work?

The void is established once the dentures are placed and pushed onto the gum profile by expressing the air outwards. Once they need to be taken out, the vacuum seal will cancel once manual force is exercised. Removing the prosthetic may require a slight amount of force, but this is not a cause for concern and simply indicates that you have premium-quality suction dentures.

Suction dentures bring a variety of benefits for patients. The first is the added advantage of having more retention than conventional dentures. This is because of the additional support of the suction vacuum. Other advantages, like the improvements in speech, mastication, and comfort, shows that suction dentures give more choice to the patient when deciding which solution is best for them.

Ideal patient for suction dentures?

Many people who have missing teeth can benefit from suction dentures, but the primary patient-base who prefers this treatment are those who want to avert minor oral surgical procedures. This can either be because of the cost or the invasiveness of the procedure.

Those who also find conventional dentures clunky and difficult to keep in may also benefit from suction dentures. During a consultation, your dentist will examine your mouth and determine if you are eligible for the treatment.