Dr. Terri Alani, the TexasToothLady, explains the new materials used for removable partial dentures....more cosmetic and no pressure on existing teeth...and No Ugly Clasps! www.texastoothl...
I had a Valplast partial for eight years and it was wonderful. Perfect fit always and aesthetically pleasing. I tell all my friends about it when they need partials.
What did you get after the eight years and why did you change them. Thank you again for your comment. Very helpful. I am trying to make the decision between a cobalt chromium and a valplast flexible.
@calitroit45 Implants are definitely the preferred choice but can be costly.... and they last for a Very long time! However, if cost is an issue then I would suggest a partial...yes, you can chew with it but it will not be as sturdy as implants because it is a removable appliance...I hope this helps:)
I see this is from 7 years ago but I got a set a month ago. My mouth is tiny. I have 2 on each side missing, like this patient. My partial looks great but I couldn't swallow and didn't have a place to put my tongue. My dentist seemed rushed and didn't take the time to adjust it. I saw her trimming it with a dremmel tool. I went home and dremmeled it millimeter by millimeter, especially on the roof. I made it so that behind the front teeth, it was tapered or thinned out. Got rid of almost the whole roof. Now it sits perfect. Also, my dentist gave me my impression, so I was able to adjust it perfectly. The question is, does the material behind the front teeth need to even be there? Or, can't I I thin it down even more, so it's just a strip across?
I just had extraction done on my bottom a few days ago and I'm waiting for my fit for my partials ...I must say watching this video it relax my nerves a bit I was somewhat worried I think nerves about what I'm going to look like...she looks amazing 👍🏼 great work
I love what you do! You’re truly making a difference in people’s life with your channel, it’s definitely true for me. After watching virtually all of your videos (lol) I realized I can do this, so I’m waiting on my snap on for the top arch a Valplast partial for the bottom. I’m glad I stumbled across your channel also because in the meantime I had deep pockets done which took allot of worries away. Thank you again Dr Alani!!!
Yay! I am so glad my You Tube channel has made a difference for you! Please let me know how it turns out:) If I can reach just one person, I know I am doing my job:) Thank you again for your great comment and I can't wait until you have your new smile!
Dr Alain I just spoke with your receptionist who was extremely knowledgeable answering my questions! The dentist is saying you can’t add to the flex partial but based on this videos comment section (a statement you responded to) and your receptionist, a tooth can be added if needed. Thank you for your knowledge, it’s truly a huge help for my family member to make their decision ❤❤❤❤you’re less than 30 mins from us so if need be we’ll come on in to see you if you’re accepting new patients ❤❤❤❤
Glad she was helpful and we love new patients ☺️Some can not be added to so it depends on exact material so it can be difficult...each situation is different so your dentist may be correct...acrylic is easy but not Valplast
This will be my New Year's resolution to fix my smile by getting a partial for my bottom jaw teeth. Her teeth looks so pretty. I hope I can achieve the same or very similar smile. I'm in Houston too so I will look up this doctor.
Those went in so easily! I just got mine and they are so uncomfortable! The bite needs adjusted again, they rub my gums, I gag wearing the top partial, and I have a terrible lisp. 😫
Wow that looks amazing!!!! I just broke my tooth and unfortunately it can’t be saved 😩. I don’t want to get an implant and my dentist mentioned Valplast. After watching your video I’m definitely going to move forward with this. Thanks 😊
That is exactly why Snap-on Smile is so requested by our patients....Yes, the upper partials cover the roof of the mouth whereas Snap on fits over your existing teeth...Thank you for your comment:)
So when I go to my dentist and she is preparing the partial for the bottom two teeth from valplast will they automatically be snap ons or do I have to request it or is that something specific to your office?
I’m about to have a partial put in in the next few weeks. These look good lined in her mouth ..However the color of her real teeth and the new partial do not match? Is that part of her not being able to afford it also. I absolutely added a teeth whitening before having this done.
I wish you were here in New Orleans, then we would have to change your name Lol. Plus, your chairside manners are great. l love the way you communicate with your patients. I'm in the process of getting my partial and I was informed about those same partials. a lot of people would love to have that perfect smile but they are not correctly informed about their options and we know going to the dentist can be very expensive. Thanks for the videos and continue to keep us informed about other inexpensive options. Again, I love your chair side manners. Have a great day.
Thank you so much for your nice comment....I am very down to earth and hope that comes through in the videos...Too bad you do not live in Houston...I would kidnap you as one of my patients!!!
i'm available for being kidnapped as your patient, but im way out there in California and you wouldn't be the Texas lady because the California girls are all surfers and actresses , he he :) we need more Dental Doctors like you around here! my current Denti$t i$ all about his $$$
I have a Valplast for 35,36 and 46 for 6 months now. Price is 689,- Euros. 195 Euros of it go to the dentist. You can eat anything with it. Even ice, peanuts, carrots or meat. But it took me about 2 months till I got to that point. My bone was too lazy. It hurt while I was chewing during the first 6 weeks. I was without 3 teeth for a year. But at the beginning my partials did not fit and it hurt. I thought this was normal but the doctor told me it should not be that way. She tried to fix it but with no luck. So I went to the laboratory where the boss told me that 5/6 weeks are too early for a Valplast after the extraction. Btw.. I had no pain on the other side where the extraction had taken place one year ago. The boss religned the Valplast perfectly. My tips.. wait at least 8 weeks after the extraction. Then you can chew with power on your bone again. Thanks to the competence of the laboratory I got it fixed perfectly. Cleaning is easy. Hold it under the water. My partial still looks like new although it has already fallen on the ground many times. Not kidding. It is indeed unbreakable but the teeth could fracture of course. Some strange positive side effects. Since I have Valplast I have no continuing bone loss and less tartar. Less tartar simply because I clean my partial and mouth after every meal just with water. It takes 10 seconds. It is now a routine. You see on your Valplast which food causes more tartar. If you eat chocolate you will be surprised how long you have to hold it under the water. I reduced my consumption thanks to this experience. Imagine eating Nutella.... I put it in whater during the night. Thus I will keep them. Not willing to have implants. If one tooth fracturs I can get it fixed for about 100 Euros within 7 days. What is the price for a broken crone on an implant? No-one has noticed it that I have partials yet Keep in mind that you have to accept the fact that partials are not your natural teeth at the beginning. But after some time I bet you won't go out without them. If I put them out I feel like being naked and very uncomfortable. This is the point doctors do not like in Germany. Why should I throw them away now? I can chew now better with Valplast than earlier with my dead teeth which did not let me chew with full power. Most important thing you should consider: be patient. It will take some time. But it is worth it. Thanks to RU-vid and doctors in the states I decided to take the risk with no regrets.
@@DrTerriAlani That is the least I could do because I decided this way thanks to your very clear recommendation and furthermore you hardly find honest reviews regarding Valplast middle and long term experiences. It is strange but a real fact that I trust RU-vid dentists like you more than my dentists here in Germany.
I loved Dr. Terri Alani videos😊😊.thanks again for this video,. to answer your question preserving the remaining teeth and jawbone while using partial dentures, it’s important to practice good oral hygiene, visit your dentist regularly, and take proper care of your dentures you can also ask Kriss ai for some tips and advice..
In Australia the Dental Prosthetists call valplast 'gum strippers'. Metal partials are the favored ones. It looks good to me but I worry about the pressure they put on the gums.
I do not like metal clasps ...Because they are not aesthetic and they also put pressure on the teeth… Valpast is much more aesthetic and kinder to the supporting tooth structure
Will my adjacent teeth cave in? Had one dentest tell me not to get partial dentures as my teeth would collapse since there's no roots hence needing implants - at 20 times the cost..
Mr2pint partials and this appliance do not collapse teeth ... however , you would need to be seen for an evaluation beforehand... I'm not sure what he or she means ...
The problem you aren't explaining in the video is that with the valplast partial, if you need to add any teeth later on, you can't. With the metal frame you can. Plus the metal frame is better able to withstand greater biting forces.
Thank you for your comment but you can add teeth to the Valplast ..we have done it many times but need to have a qualified lab...Thermoplastic nylon resin used in Valplast partial dentures is thinner, more flexible and more durable than metal and acrylic or traditional partial dentures...Valplast makes chewing and speaking more comfortable and are backed by a lifetime warranty for fractures or breaks
Sister apke video bhaut ache hai to ap ek bhat btha dezeye ki mere mother ke lower teeth me right hand me wisdom teeth ko 6od ke 3 teeth nikle hai aur left ki wisdom teeth aur uske pass 6od kr 2 teeth kharab vo bhi dono side ke lagatar nikle hai to mam kya partial denture lag jayega plz reply mam
Thanks for your help. Is valplast the same as resin? I'm speaking with my dentist about my partial and what kind to get. And he mentioned the flexible kind and resin. So I've been watching RU-vid videos to try to educate myself on the different kinds. Also how well do these work when you're eating? and is there a difference in how long these flexible kind last and the metal kind? I also understand they make some with a clear clasp.... Anyway any help is really appreciated.thank you again I think that those looked outstanding on her I could not tell a difference.
Valplast is not the same as resin as it is more flexible and the clasps do not rest on the teeth but around each tooth so no pressure is placed on the teeth...I like them much better and yes, you should be able to eat comfortably... The Valplast can last just as long in my opinion....
After spending thousands for upper implants which are working out really well, I started loosing my bottom root canal molars and decided to get a lower partial because implants are just too expensive now. I wore a retainer for years so I am hoping the" feel" will be the same. This video makes the process look really easy. My biggest concerns is protecting my teeth and functionality.
Dr, I heard another doctor say that while valplast puts less pressure on teeth , that it places pressure on gum surfaces . Do you have patients that have complained about sore gums?
I have a valplast partial and love it. But I think I ruined it. Sanded it down to make it fit better and I sanded the finish off. It fits perfect but it feels dry. Is there a way to fix this ? Too embarrassed to tell Dr .
I'm not a good candidate for implants. How many teeth must you have left in your mouth to place a Valplast partial? All my back teeth are gone and I probably will have only 3 really good teeth that could be saved in front and they will have spaces between them. If you need a lot of natural teeth left, what would be a good other product to use with qualities similar to Valplast? Also is Valplast adjustible?
You may want to go with a denture ...depending on the condition of your front teeth..if they are healthy, then a Valplast may work...I really would need to see you for an evaluation first and x rays to determine your treatment...but Valplast may work
35, 36 and 46 will be filled with a Valplast solution in some weeks here in Germany. All dentists here say... this is a temporary solution. How long could you use it realistically? IT was btw very Hard to find a dentist Who offers Valplast.
Thank you thank you thank you for this video. I have been researching for my mom for weeks. I so needed to see this video. So the Valplast is a better quality and more expensive than the Acrylic?
@@DrTerriAlani Thank you so much for replying!! May I please ask you one more question? Can a person use (or is it a good idea) Valplast on the bottom Mandible? My mom had gotten Valplast about 10 years ago( she loved them) but needed more teeth pulled, so a new dentist made her Acrylic partials for up top and bottom. She's had so many "Adjustments" this go 'round, where the Resin is still to thick or to long for her comfort....and since she had a Valpast done years ago for her Maxillary, we thought to replace the new ones again with Valplast so she can eat and be comfortable again. What would be your professional opinion? Generally speaking?
Every patient is different....It depends if you are a good candidate for Snap-on Smile. Snap-on Smile is preferred by many as it serves as not only to replace missing teeth but a cosmetic appliance as well....It also does not cover the palate if it is an upper...so depends on the individual....Valplast partials are around 2000...hope this helps...
@@DrTerriAlani Dr. Terri I received my partial yesterday with missing teeth in the same places as your patient in the video I am not happy with the fit. The clasp is very obvious in the front when I smile. Should it be like that? My Dentist is telling me that they do not see what I am talking about.
It’s not true that “everyone hates the metal clasp”. I do and for reasons of aesthetics and stability. My partials have metal clasps that are clean and discrete. I like the other ones too but I’m grateful to have partials that restore my ability to eat my food with confidence.
I have a Valplast partial bottom … U.K. NHS. Takes a lot of getting used to. Interesting that in this video there is no mention of initial (2 weeks +) of gum soreness which will undoubtedly occur and how to alleviate it.
I have a upper and lower partial. My two front teeth were pulled, and the partial shows a shows a gap and looks terrible. My bottom partial is not fitting to my gums. My dentist shaved down some because it was cutting into my mouth. What can be done with the front teeth? And how can the back left portion be fixed where it is more secure to my gums? Thank you
Sounds as if the partial needs to be religned underneath to correct the gap or remade. After teeth are pulled, the bone resorbs for approx 6 months and the gum will shrink...so the partial will need to be adjusted frequently.....The back left portion will move if it is a distal extension...another words if it does not have a back tooth to hook on to...If that is not the situation, then the dentist needs to adjust until it fits well...Hope this helps and good luck!
DrTerriAlani Thank you for responding. The bottom partial only moves on the left side by the lower portion of the gum. I went back to the dentist, and all he did was shave it down which made it worse.
I like the concept of valplast partial dentures in some cases .Where you have most of the posterior missing and because valplast is so flexible when chewing isn't their more movement of the denture causing sore spots?How do you add teeth to the partial or fix it if it happens to break?Thanks
You are correct. Unfortunately, you cannot add to a Valplast if you lose any more teeth. So you must treatment plan accordingly and make the best decision for the patient. Not everyone is a candidate for a Valplast partial
Jessica Matthews Hi Jessica ! Love this question and the answer is absolutely no adhesives are needed:) This appliance literally snaps into place due to retention of the existing teeth :)
DrTerriAlani my dentist just made me the old fashion for the back four on both uppers and when I asked able a flexible one he said he could do it but it will move a lot and be too loose. Accurate? I hate these metal hooks and metal on the roof of my mouth. Claim other patients go back to the old fashion
I have a question I hope you can answer for me. I have a partial top. I paid around $1,200 dollars. I've had it a little over a year. My dentist is not the one who made these. I had them sent off to make them. I had a tooth to break off and my dentist told me I have to pay $150 dollars for it. It doesn't seem right that I have to pay when these thing happen or have to pay to have another tooth added for when I have a tooth extracted. I feel like my dentist is trying to deceive me. Can you please tell me if that's what happening?
Race Girl J67 Floyd your dentist is being fair ... he has to pay for the lab and materials to fix it ... any appliance not made by a dentist will not last or be well made ... spend the money to have it done correctly...sounds as if the dentist is fair .. if you had it done at the office it would probably be warrantied ..
Yes...in fact DenMat the company that makes Snap-on Smile is located in California...please google www.snaponsmile.com and they will locate a dentist near you...Good luck!
I live in San Diego...i just had 11 teeth removed... I've told my dentist I wanted Valplast and not the metal. I don't want to see any metal clips. I told him what I wanted.. I'll be getting tops and bottom partials
I just got mine today both sides top there is a bigger bridge and they do not feel snug to my gum there is a gap that when I eat food gets trapped in there. they do not fit well, doctor is saying they will be better with time , I can’t even bite down it hurts my gums so much, I think it’s the same material as this one in your video, the hooks on the side wrap around my tooth but when I eat food gets trapped inside hooks. Thanks for this video I can see that my partials do not fit, also the teeth do not lock together there is a huge gap on the inner side of bottom and top, what should the dentist do about this? She already said the gap should be there, it doesn’t sound right. Thank you
DrTerriAlani, the Texastoothlady I contacted my insurance and filed a grievance report, the Dr denied to see me because I told her my partials were not acceptable, so she said the next appointment she had was october, I would have had to wait until October to get her to see me about the problem with the partials .These partials are a joke hard plastic the edges are rough with little plastic particles that imbedded in my gums, plus the gap in the bridge of my mouth, and teeth not locking down with lower teeth. Thanks for your reply.😊
@@walic8 ugh ! Makes other dentists look bad ... I would call the front desk and let them know your discomfort and inquire about why they will not see you sooner… That is truly ridiculous
DrTerriAlani, the Texastoothlady Thanks for your reply, I did that they don't answer their phones only emails, we had 12 back and forth emails about why they could not see me sooner they said no appointments until October, if I wanted to see her sooner I would have to go to the next town which is 1 hour away, I have a job and am not able to go that far, the dentist is there everyday they are totally lying about not being able to see me sooner, when I told them I called my insurance and said how much they were charging me for partials they said they never got a claim for that amount and that the dentist sent them a claim for partials of 500+ the insurance sent back the claim because they there were no X-rays or anything included with claim, so they were trying to charge me for that 500+ on top of the 2,445.00 that I had paid already, my insurance said that my portion for the partials should have been 360.00, so when I told them this they called me offering an appointment for this week, all of a sudden the doctor was going to be there this week, by this time I did not want anything to do with that doctor, and so I filed an grievance complaint, I sent them all of my receits along with pictures of partials. We will see what happens.
I am probably getting Valplast in a few weeks. I have a four unit fixed bridge on my front teeth. I lost one of the abutment teeth (the cuspid ) and I am probably losing another. This is why I won’t suggest a fixed bridge to anyone. I had a failed implant on the missing incisor. It was expensive and painful. Then, I lost my investment. I was not happy and will never consider another implant. My dentist in Florida does not do snap on smile. That would probably be my first choice.
Nannerchan so sorry to hear ... there are dentists in Florida that do Snap-On Smile ...You may want to make an appointment for a consultation to see if you are a good candidate.. please google www.snaponsmile.com And they can locate a dentist near you
Hello. I’m replying to your reply. I just had impressions done for snap on Smile here in Florida. I should have them in three weeks. They are telling me, though, that they are only temporary and that I will need a partial a few moths later. I thought that they lasted for about a year or longer. Is that true? Also, can you please do a video on the daily cleansing and maintenance of Snap on Smile.
Dr. Alani, My upper front teeth bridge comes loose all the time. So I stopped wearing it. However, I still have two of my teeth in the front to connect to but need to recondition as well as my bridge so that when you re-place the bridge back, it's more secure? or do pull those two teeth and get a valplast?
Hello, please help me I jus put one just like the one your client have. But my is moving a little, hurts when I eat and feels uncomfortable, but my dentist said that is normal because is not a fixed is movil. Is that true please help me a dont want to lose my money on something that is bad.😢
Hi Karina...It is a Snap-on Smile or something else? If it is a Snap-on Smile then it needs to be adjusted because it should feel very comfortable...let me know:)
@@DrTerriAlani Hi, thanks for returning my message!! I have the flexible partial denture, and is very uncomfortable, hurts, can't eat and keeps moving!!😟 The dentist told me tha will feel super comfortable and is not!!😖
Karine Pereira it most likely needs adjusting...Sometimes it takes many visits to adjust so do not hesitate to return to the dentist office...You will get some movement however but it should feel comfortable
So I think this is what my cousin has. I researched and on the internet it says remove partial dentures every night but she admits to not removing it for about a year because she couldn't remove it herself and is afraid her dentist might judge her. What would happen if the denture was never removed for a year?
Great question and answer. I'm receiving my partials in December. I just had four bottom teeth removed. Dentist said I need fillings and heal before the impressions. I didn't realize the process is long.
@@butterflysunhi how long from the time you got your teeth removed to where you got the dentures finally in your mouth ? And why did you need four teeth extracted ?
Hi doc! Fellow colleague here What are the adjustments you do to help reduce speech disturbances/lisp? I’ve been opting for valplast as well for my patients, they’re beautiful!
I love her upper partials, beautiful ! I live in Massachusetts - I so wish you were closer. I got fitted with partials about 5 months ago, The clasps on my partials really bother me. Wish there were a way to hide them better. Unfortunately, my insurance only covers one set in seven years and new ones will come out of my rather shallow pocket.
@@DrTerriAlani Can these partials be made comfortable? As in the upper roof thickness? It's kind of thick in the area of where the wire goes in the plastic. Could that be why dds is hesitant to remove some of it? It also doesn't contact the roof of my mouth.
I'm turning 31 and unfortunately I have 7 bottom teeth that needs root canals. I can't afford so this is my option. In nevada they charge $400 for the plastic partial out of pocket is that about right.?
DrTerriAlani quick question I had a root tip extract and it didn’t bleed much, are the rules different from a root tip extraction than a regular extraction, can I smoke basically or should I wait 3-5 days
I do have to use adhesive for mine it doesn't have even plastic clasps sadly😖😖 and my dentist recommended fixodent laced with zinc and stomach problems🙄🙄😖😖
I didn't pqy fir mine i wasn't allowed to pick the tooth shade its a bright white and a front side tooth is longer than the tooth on the other side🙄🙄 but its better than nothing at all though😖
I just got my dentures I hate them so bad they hurt I cry every time I put them in and they only had one color to choose from which is a off white color or darker color which is a off tan color there so expensive
Don't give up! New dentures take time to adjust and you may need to see your dentist several times before they are comfortable...You may even develop sore spots but they will go away after the dentures are adjusted:)
I am going in for extractions where I will have no teeth on the bottom right of my mouth later this week (April 16,2020) will this work with no teeth in the back?
@@sl4983 With 3 teeth on the bottom right being removed, as well as can be expected. For the short term, considering a partial until I can find out how much I would be out for implants, or if another insurance covered alternative exists. Implants are covered at 80%....
It depends on how long the span is without the teeth.....would really need to take a look...if Snap-on Smile is not an option, then a Valplast partial will work and then implants at some point
Brush your partial denture at least once a day...Use a gentle, non abrasive cleanser like Polident and a soft bristle toothbrush...Also soak them overnight in a denture cleansing solution:)
