Full Dentures, Partial Dentures, or Implants – What’s Best?

Finding the best way to replace your missing teeth

Tooth loss can shake your self-esteem, make eating difficult, and even change how you talk. , dentists today have many reliable ways to help. If you're missing just one tooth or all of them, you can choose from full dentures, partial dentures, and dental implants to get back both how your teeth work and look.

But what's the right pick for you? At Northlane Dental in Aldershot, we guide patients to make smart choices based on what they need how healthy their mouth is, their daily life, and what they can afford.

Let's look at the good and bad points of each option.

🦷 Full Dentures – When You've Lost All Your Teeth

What are they? Full dentures are removable fake teeth that replace all teeth in the upper or lower jaw. They rest on the gums and fit your mouth .

Ideal for:

• People who've lost all their teeth in one or both jaws

• Anyone looking for a cheap non-surgical option

Pros:

• Cheap and easy to find

• Brings back face shape and ability to chew

• Can be made pretty fast

• Today's dentures look more real than ever

Cons:

• Might not feel as secure without glue

• Can shift or slide during meals or conversations

• Needs regular upkeep and replacement as time passes

• Jawbone may decrease in size over time without real teeth or implants

😁 Partial Dentures – To Replace Several Missing Teeth

What are they? Partial dentures are removable tooth replacements that fill in for one or more missing teeth. They attach to a metal or plastic base that hooks onto the teeth around them.

Good for:

• People who still have healthy teeth left

• Those who want a removable and budget-friendly option to fill multiple gaps

Benefits:

• Brings back your smile and helps you eat without taking out all your teeth

• Easier to get used to than full fake teeth

• Costs less than bridges or implants

• Quick to fix or change

Downsides:

• Might not stay in place as well as fixed options

• You might see the clips or frame

• Can push on your real teeth over time

• You need to take them out to clean

🔩 Dental Implants – The Longest-Lasting Fix

What are they? Dental implants involve putting a titanium screw into your jawbone to work like a new root. Then, a doctor attaches a fake tooth, bridge, or set of teeth to the implant for a fixed long-term solution.

Best for:

• People with healthy jawbone and gums

• Anyone looking for a long-lasting fixed solution

• Replacing a single tooth several teeth, or even supporting full arches

Pros:

• Feels and works like real teeth

• Stops bone loss in the jaw

• Doesn't harm nearby teeth

• Provides long-term benefits and stability

Cons:

• Costs more upfront

• Needs oral surgery and time to heal

• Not right for patients with certain health issues or not enough bone

💬 So, What's the Best Choice?

There's no perfect answer for everyone. At Northlane Dental, we look at:

• The number of teeth you've lost

• Your remaining teeth and gums' health

• The condition of your bones

• Your budget and personal likes

We suggest implants to get long-lasting results and the best function, but partial or full dentures are still great options for many patients—those who want non-invasive, cost-effective solutions.

🗓️ Let's Discuss Your Choices

Want to fix your smile? If you're thinking about full dentures, partial dentures, or dental implants, the team at Northlane Dental in Aldershot is ready to help you with kindness clear explanations, and professional advice.

Schedule a consultation now and we'll discover the perfect match for your smile and way of life.