Comparison Chart
Various Solutions for Complete or Partial Dentures
| PROS | Standard | Complex | BPS | Implant Retained Removable | Implant Retained Fixed |
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| Esthetically replaces natural teeth |  | | | | |
| Provides ability to eat | | | | | |
| Easy to clean | | | | | |
| No surgery required (unless having naturals extracted) | | | | ||
| 5-7 appointments in 3-4 weeks, then done | | | | ||
| Created using average jaw function measurements | | ||||
| Created using personal jaw function measurements | | | | |
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| Premium quality teeth | | | | |
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| Secure / stays in place, closest replacement to naturals | | |
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| Open palate gives more taste sensors & food enjoyment | | |
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| Ability to eat more variety of foods | | |
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| More chewing power | | |
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| Reduced or no pressure or sore spots | | |
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| Better speech & pronunciation | | |
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| Promotes bone health & can lessen bone resorption | | |
| CONS | Standard | Complex | BPS | Implant Retained Removable | Implant Retained Fixed |
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| Possible pressure & sore spots |  | | | ||
| Possible speech & pronunciation difficulty | | | | ||
| More unstable and loose | | | | ||
| Loss of taste & food enjoyment, possible food restrictions | | | | ||
| Less chewing power | | | | ||
| Regular maintenance & cleaning required | | | | | |
| Surgery & healing time | | |
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| Requires denturist removal for cleaning | |
