What are Composite Removable Dentures?
Composite removable dentures are a type of artificial teeth made from composite material (synthetic resin), attached to a removable denture base and colored to resemble natural teeth.
A removable denture consists of the base (the part that helps the denture stay in the mouth), the denture teeth, and metal clasps if needed. You choose one of three types of dentures: Japanese, American, or composite, with composite being the highest quality. Choosing any type of denture doesn't change how it functions: it's still a type you remove and insert yourself, not fixed like porcelain crowns or implants (posts implanted into the jawbone).
So how good are these dentures?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of composite teeth?
The advantages of composite teeth are extremely durable, highly aesthetic, and maintain their shape well. The disadvantages are the highest price among the three types of teeth and the fact that they don't make the dentures any less removable.
Advantages:
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Extremely durable: The highest among the three types of teeth offered by the clinic.
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High aesthetics: The color matches natural teeth.
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Strong and maintains shape well: The teeth retain their shape during chewing.
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3-year warranty: The longest, compared to 6 months for Japanese teeth and 1 year for American teeth.
Disadvantages:
- Highest price: 1,500,000 VND per tooth, three times the price of Japanese teeth and almost double the price of American teeth. * The fundamental nature of removable dentures remains unchanged: The firmness of the denture depends on the base and support points, so more expensive dentures don't provide the same stability as fixed dentures.
So, with these advantages and disadvantages, who should really choose composite?
Who should choose composite dentures?
Composite dentures are suitable for those who prioritize durability and aesthetics and are willing to pay a higher cost. There is no single best type of denture for everyone; you can compare them as follows:
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Choose composite dentures if you want durable, beautiful dentures with a long warranty and are willing to spend more.
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Choose American dentures if you want a balance between cost, durability, and aesthetics. Doctors say this is the most popular choice.
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Choose Japanese dentures if you prioritize saving money and basic chewing needs.
If you want to compare both the base type and the denture type in one article, you can read ""Which type of removable denture is best?"".
The decision often revolves around cost, so the following section will go into specific pricing.
How much do removable composite dentures cost?
The total cost is equal to the base price plus the number of teeth multiplied by 1,500,000 VND. Therefore, a 12-tooth composite denture costs from 18,000,000 VND (rigid resin base) to 19,000,000 VND (high-strength resin base).
The base price includes rigid resin (free), high-strength resin (1,000,000 VND), flexible resin (2,000,000 VND), and a titanium framework (2,500,000 VND). The table below provides the calculated values for each number of teeth:
| Number of Teeth | Hard Plastic Base (0 VND) | High-Strength Plastic Base (1,000,000 VND) | Flexible Plastic Base (2,000,000 VND) | Titanium Frame Denture (2,500,000 VND) | |
| 1 Tooth | 1,500,000 VND | 2,500,000 VND | 3,500,000 VND | 4,000,000 VND | |
| 3 teeth | 4,500,000 VND | 5,500,000 VND | 6,500,000 VND | 7,000,000 VND | |
| 6 teeth | 9,000,000 VND | 10,000,000 VND | 11,000,000 VND | 11,500,000 VND | |
| 12 teeth (full arch) | 18,000,000 VND | 19,000,000 VND | Not for full arch | Not for full arch | Not for full arch |
For complete tooth loss in one arch (usually 12 to 14 teeth), the clinic prescribes a hard resin or reinforced resin base; flexible resin or framework dentures are not used. For a single molar, the clinic usually does not accept the case due to the instability of the denture.
This cost is all-inclusive, with no additional charges, including follow-up appointments for denture adjustments. Pre-procedure dental treatment, such as tooth extraction or gum treatment, is charged separately. The 100,000 VND consultation fee is waived if you have your dentures made immediately. For assistance with payment methods, please contact the clinic's consulting department.
While the price is higher, the warranty is longer. Consider this: divide the price per tooth by the warranty period. Japanese dentures cost approximately 1,000,000 VND per year, American dentures 800,000 VND per year, and composite dentures only about 500,000 VND per year. This is a reference; the warranty period is not the lifespan of the denture.
The 3-year warranty applies to the entire denture against technical issues, not just composite dentures. Damage caused by personal factors such as accidents, dropping, or being stepped on is not covered under warranty, and the expiration date does not mean the dentures are unusable.
If you have further questions, the information below may be helpful.
Frequently Asked Questions about Composite Removable Dentures
Can composite dentures be bonded to all types of substrates?
According to the current price list, the dentures are selected separately and the price is added to the substrate cost. Therefore, composite can be bonded to hard resin, high-strength resin, flexible resin, or titanium framework dentures. However, in the case of complete tooth loss in an entire jaw, only hard resin or high-strength resin foundations can be used.
What to do if the dentures are broken, cracked, or chipped?
You can have the dentures repaired for 1,000,000 VND per jaw; a new denture isn't necessarily required. For broken clasps in a framework denture, the clinic will make a new denture. However, flexible resin dentures are almost impossible to repair.
Composite removable dentures are the highest quality dentures at Dental Fam, extremely durable, with a color similar to natural teeth. They cost 1,500,000 VND per tooth and come with a 3-year warranty for the entire denture. A 12-tooth composite denture costs between 18,000,000 VND and 19,000,000 VND depending on the base material, including all adjustments. Composite dentures are not as stable as fixed dentures, so they are best suited for those who prioritize durability and aesthetics.
All dentists at Dental Fam can perform removable dentures. This article is based on the current price list and consultations with the clinic's dentists. You can view an overview of the service on the removable denture page.
To determine the type of dentures and base material that is right for you, you can schedule an appointment at Dental Fam. The 100,000 VND consultation fee is waived if you have the dentures made immediately.
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