A snow-white smile is not easyattractive appearance, self-confidence, but also the normal functioning of the digestive system. Even junior schoolchildren know about the need to visit the dentist twice a year, however many adults postpone a visit to the clinic until dental problems become critical. Today we will learn a little about the top prosthesis. What is it? Who is it recommended for? How reliable?
Dentistry: Top Prosthesis
Today, dentists have a huge arsenal.means for the reconstruction of teeth. Covering prostheses are removable elements that cover the roots of the teeth that are present in the oral cavity, or implants already installed. That is why they are called topcoats. Such dentures are currently very popular, because they are securely fastened both at rest and during chewing. The use of this type of prosthesis is shown in the following cases:
- with partial or complete absence of teeth;
- at the turn of the crown;
- if necessary, remove the coronal tooth;
- when erasing hard fabrics.
In the absence of teeth on the implantsa covering denture is installed. That this is necessary, many dentists believe. Implants are more durable than their own teeth. The established prosthesis on his teeth redistributes the load on them, thereby significantly reducing their life.
Contraindications
This type of prosthesis has a number of contraindications:
- reduced blood clotting;
- vascular and heart diseases;
- pathology of the nervous system;
- diabetes mellitus.
Cover prosthesis: what is this design?
The main elements of this type of prosthesisare the telescopic system with fixation and the root attachments, which consist of two parts - the patricians and the matrix (the outer part). The complex part of the attachment is usually fixed to a removable prosthesis. Due to this, the replacement can be carried out without making a correction of the whole structure.
Pros and cons of the top prosthesis
The advantages of this product include:
- the possibility of using atrophy of the alveolar ridges (most often it concerns the lower jaw);
- high functional activity;
- low pressure on the mucous membrane;
- quick adaptation.
The disadvantages of covering dentures are specialists andpatients consider the high cost and difficulty of maintaining them in good functional condition (in the case when they are mounted on their own teeth).
Cost of covering prostheses
Full top prosthesis, the price of which canvary significantly depending on materials and scope of work, pleasure is not cheap. An acrylic prosthesis costs from 11,000 rubles, an implant costs 17,000 rubles, and they will need at least two, better if there are four of them. The price includes the price of locking locks, making an impression, etc. Therefore, the patient needs to prepare 30-40 thousand rubles.
Today we have described you a covering prosthesis. That this is not only an aesthetic problem, you have already understood. For this reason, do not delay your visit to the dentist.
