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The result looks and functions like natural teeth — eat foods you love, speak clearly, and smile with renewed confidence.
Partial dentures can be an effective option for many patients. Here's who benefits most:
Patients who have lost several teeth but still have healthy natural teeth remaining
Patients who want to avoid more invasive procedures like dental implants
Patients whose jawbone cannot support implant surgery
Patients managing gum disease who need a safe tooth replacement option
Patients experiencing bone loss in the jaw
Patients with certain health conditions that make partial dentures a safer choice
Not sure if partial dentures are right for you? Our free consultation can help determine the best option for restoring your smile.
Creating custom partial dentures requires precision and attention to detail — here's how the process works.
Our team examines your mouth, takes digital impressions, and discusses your goals for treatment
Our dental laboratory crafts a custom appliance matching your natural tooth color, shape, and size
You try on a preliminary version so we can check the fit and make adjustments
We finalize your partial dentures once fit and comfort are confirmed
Our team provides care instructions and remains available for questions or adjustments as you settle in
Remove and rinse after eating. Brush daily with a soft-bristled brush and denture cleaner, avoiding regular toothpaste which can scratch the surface. Soak overnight in denture solution or plain water — never hot water, which can distort the shape. Continue brushing your natural teeth, gums, and tongue twice daily, and keep up with regular checkups so we can examine both your dentures and natural teeth.
Both options replace missing teeth — but the experience is very different. Here's a side-by-side look.
Invisalign treatment at Smile Craft combines your general dentist's familiarity with your case and an orthodontist's specialty training.

Lead Dentist · Smile Craft Dental Redwood City
Dr. Amy leads Smile Craft Dental with a commitment to technology, continuing education, and patient-centered care. She works alongside an on-site orthodontist on every Invisalign case, ensuring your treatment plan is shaped by specialist-level expertise — while keeping you comfortable in a practice you already know. Her approach is straightforward: explain everything clearly, listen carefully, and never recommend a treatment that isn’t the right fit.
See what patients say about their experience at Smile Craft Dental.
Answers to the questions patients ask most about partial dentures.
May feel uncomfortable for a few weeks, similar to getting braces, but becomes easier over time. Initially avoid sharp-edged, tough, sticky, or hot foods.
A 2015 NIH study found seniors who wore dentures while sleeping long-term faced higher pneumonia risk. The CDC notes dentures may affect nutrition since wearers sometimes avoid harder-to-chew fruits and vegetables.
Patients missing all natural teeth may need adhesives; those with partial tooth loss may choose to use them for extra support, which can also help with neurological conditions, dry mouth, or certain medications.
Generally more affordable than other tooth replacement options; cost varies by case, and hybrid options involving implants increase per-implant.
Dental insurance may cover part of the cost, though a waiting period may apply for pre-existing conditions; dental savings plans are another option, and patients should check with their insurance provider for details.
Smile Craft Dental is a family dental practice serving Sunnyvale and the surrounding South Bay. We accept most major insurance plans and offer flexible payment options to make quality dental care accessible, with Spanish-speaking staff available to assist patients who prefer communicating in Spanish. If you are ready to explore partial dentures, we make it easy to get started — contact us to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward restoring your smile.
Sunnyvale, CA
Serving the South Bay and surrounding communities
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