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The Role of Flexible Dentures (Valplast) in Restoring Confidenc

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    Dentures still remain the preferred option of tooth replacement for those who are not willing for dental implants. There are a wide range of options available in dentures too ranging from the traditional plastic dentures, cast partial dentures and flexible dentures (Valplast). Out of these valplast dentures enjoy huge popularity in terms of comfort ability and patient acceptance. This is due to their special ability of being “flexible”. Valplast can be used to make flexible complete denture. Flexible partial dentures (both for front and back teeth) and even Immediate valplast denture.

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    The teeth in the mouth are not perfectly parallel to each other. Therefore the traditional plastic denture or cast partial which are rigid exert a lot of pressure on existing teeth whenever they are placed or removed. This leads to the loosening of the existing teeth with time. Valplast dentures being soft and flexible helps to prevent these problems in the long run. Flexible dentures also are less pinching on the supporting gum tissue.

    Next comes the issue of partial dentures cost in India. Valplast dentures tend to be slightly expensive than plastic dentures but comparable in costs to the cast partial dentures. But considering the numerous advantages it offers, the slightly higher cost is worth it.

    Not everybody is a candidate for dental implants. The limitations can be poor overall health or financial limitations. Valplast dentures comes handy in such situations. By restoring cosmetics along with chewing ability, not only the patient’s confidence but also self-esteem is restored. No doubt, like with any other dentures, valplast too has its own set of disadvantages but still it enjoys a huge popularity among patients.

    Source: https://drgargdentalclinicdelhi.wordpress.com/2023/05/02/the-role-of-flexible-dentures-valplast-in-restoring-confidence-and-self-esteem/