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When You Need Veneers

You have probably heard someone talk about “veneers” once or twice before, but you are still a bit unsure as to what they are, how well they work, or what they are for. Dental veneers are thin shells customized to fit over your teeth so that you get a nice, natural, and uniform smile. They are often made from composite resin or porcelain and are used in cases where your teeth might be misaligned, chipped, or stained. You can even use them in situations where you have abnormal spaces between your teeth. Dental Veneers But What Are They? Veneers, simply put, are a layer of restorative material which replaces your tooth enamel and is bonded to your teeth. You can improve your smile and even get a brighter, whiter smile if other whitening methods have failed to work. Veneers require very minimal preparation, so they are a faster and safer alternative to procedures like dental crowns. So, How Do You Know If You Need Veneers? Well, there are many situations wherein you m...

What Is Removable Partial Denture Why Is It Chosen

What Is A Removable Denture? A removable partial denture is a kind of replacement helpful for patients with some missing teeth. It consists of false replacement teeth and supporting tissues and has a pink plastic base. It is also known RPD. It can be removed and worn again by the patient without the help of a dentist. It is a good option for people who cannot have fixed partial dentures due to some specific reasons. Removable partial dentures do not lie completely on the gap of the missing teeth like complete dentures. It has clasps of metals that can be clipped on the remaining teeth for stability. Removable Partial Dentures What Are The Different Parts Of Removable Partial Dentures? The removable partial dentures consist of the following parts: Lingual Bar: It is the main metal connector of the dentures and has a U shape. Small Connectors: The small erect metal bar that emerges from the lingual bar act as small connectors of the false teeth. Direct Retainers...