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title: "Dental Prosthetics"
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published_at: "2025-03-21T12:18:54+00:00"
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excerpt: "Prosthodontics focuses on fixed or removable dental prosthetics to restore both function and esthetics after tooth loss — improving chewing, speaking, and smiling."
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![Image](https://www.medidental.pt/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/proteses-banner-1.jpg)

# Dental Prosthetics

Prosthodontics focuses on fixed or removable dental prosthetics to restore both function and esthetics after tooth loss — improving chewing, speaking, and smiling.

Also known as dentures or false teeth, prosthetics offer a quick, effective, and often more affordable alternative to implants.

Neglecting tooth loss can lead to oral and facial structure problems, affecting jaw movement, digestion, and bone health.

![Image](https://www.medidental.pt/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/proteses-dentarias-01.jpg)

Our team will assess your case and suggest the best solution.

[Book Consultation](https://www.medidental.pt/en/book-appointment/)

At Medidental, we offer customized, comfortable prosthetics using high-quality materials and advanced tech to ensure a precise fit and natural appearance.

## Types of Dental Prosthetics

- 1.[Acrylic Dentures (Removable)](#)
- 2.[Skeletal Dentures (Removable)](#)
- 3.[Implant-Supported Fixed Dentures](#)

![Image](https://www.medidental.pt/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/proteses-dentarias-acrilicas-2.jpg)

## Acrylic Dentures (Removable)

- The most economical, for full or partial tooth replacement
- Ideal for those with few or no teeth
- Pink base to mimic gums; bulkier and more fragile
- Not considered a long-term solution

![Image](https://www.medidental.pt/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/proteses-dentarias-esqueleticas-1.jpg)

## Skeletal Dentures (Removable)

- Partial dentures with metal structure
- Supported by healthy gums and natural teeth via hooks
- More discreet and less bulky
- Stronger than acrylics and do not cover the palate

![Image](https://www.medidental.pt/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/protese-implanto-suportada-1.jpg)

## Implant-Supported Fixed Dentures

- Full arch prosthetic (12–14 teeth) fixed on titanium implants
- Most secure, comfortable, and esthetically superior
- Screwed directly to the implants