A flipper tooth is a removable retainer with one or more prosthetic teeth attached that fits along the roof of your mouth (palate) or sits on your lower jaw. When you put it in your mouth, it offers the illusion of a complete smile, even if you’ve lost teeth due to injury, extraction, or disease. A flipper tooth, commonly known as an acrylic detachable partial denture, is a visually appealing prosthetic tooth option. It usually lies on your lower jaw or fits along your palate and is attached to one or more prosthetic teeth.

Wear your partial denture or flipper until the surgeon says it’s okay. Your partial or flipper may need to be adjusted by his or her dentist.

Dental flippers are intended to be worn just temporarily while you wait for your gums to recover before receiving a permanent implant. Some patients may prefer to wear dental flippers permanently because they are less expensive or because they are lighter and simpler to adjust to.

Dental flippers may be a long-term solution for children under the age of 17 who are missing teeth until they reach the age of implant placement. Because flippers are easily broken or damaged, they require frequent maintenance to keep them clean and free of plaque and food particles. This will help safeguard the rest of your teeth and gums.

Schedule your appointment with a dentist today and get the treatment on time!