Dentures are removable dental appliances that replace missing teeth. Unlike dental implants and bridges, which are more or less permanently affixed to the bone, dentures are prosthetic teeth attached to a supporting structure. Dentures can be removed at night, for cleaning, or whenever desired. The prosthetic teeth are usually made from either plastic or porcelain materials, with traditional plastic being the most common dentures.

Full dentures - these dentures are for those individuals who have lost all of their natural teeth in the upper or lower jaw, or both. Full or complete dentures restore confidence in one's appearance, and help the user to speak and eat normally.

• Conventional dentures - these complete dentures are used once the bone and gums are healed.
• Immediate dentures - can be inserted immediately after any teeth have been removed.

Partial dentures - for those who have lost some teeth, but are unable to have dental implants or bridges, partial dentures are an excellent option. Removable partial dentures are held in place by natural teeth, gums, and the supporting plastic and metal structure.