Tooth Replacement
Flippers in Southfield, MI
A lightweight, removable partial denture — often called a flipper — that can replace one or a few missing teeth.
Understanding Flippers
A flipper is a lightweight, removable partial denture that can be used to replace one or a few missing teeth. It typically consists of replacement teeth attached to a small acrylic base that rests against the roof of the mouth or lower ridge.
Flippers are one of several tooth-replacement options. Because a flipper is a type of removable partial denture, your dentist can help you understand how it compares with other options such as a fixed bridge, a partial denture, or a dental implant.
Common Reasons This Treatment May Be Recommended
- One or a few teeth are missing and a removable option is being considered
- A temporary or lightweight replacement is desired while planning longer-term treatment
- You are exploring a more affordable tooth-replacement option
What Patients Can Generally Expect
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Your dentist will evaluate your remaining teeth, gums, and the space where teeth are missing.
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Impressions or digital scans are taken so the flipper can be custom-made.
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The flipper is fabricated and fitted to your mouth.
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Adjustments may be made over follow-up visits to improve comfort and fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Flippers FAQs
Related Treatments
Partial Dentures
A removable option for replacing one or more missing teeth when some natural teeth remain.
Learn moreDentures
A removable option for replacing a full arch of missing teeth to help restore appearance and function.
Learn moreDental Implants
A tooth-replacement option that uses a post placed in the jawbone to support a crown, bridge, or denture.
Learn moreConsidering flippers?
Schedule an evaluation at Najor Dental Center. After examining your teeth and oral health, your dentist can explain whether this treatment may be appropriate for you.
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