Glossary
Dentures Glossary
Plain-language definitions of the dentures terms you will hear at Smile Tustin in Tustin, CA.
Common terms you may hear when we talk about dentures at Smile Tustin.
- Denture Base
- The part of the denture that holds the artificial teeth and fits over the gums.
- Overdenture
- An overdenture is a removable prosthesis that covers and rests on one or more natural teeth or dental implants.
- Partial Dentures
- A partial denture is a removable artificial replacement tooth that restores one or a few missing teeth in a person’s mouth.
- Arch
- Term used to refer to an upper or lower denture.
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Full and Partial Dentures
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