Sure: If you only have those few teeth left (only 2 in entire u arch or do you have ul teeth as well?) you can get a removable appliance but it won't be very comfortable as it will move around, food will get underneath it and you won't be able to eat as well as you did before. With dental implants, the exact opposite will be true. Your own dentist can discuss all your options, both temporarily\long term.
Answered 4/5/2014
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Partial Denture: You can have a partial denture fabricated, but since you only have two teeth left in the upper arch, it will not be very stable. In addition, the torquing action of the partial will soon loosen the teeth resulting in the need for a full denture. If you have periodontal bone loss, your option may be limited to a full maxillary denture. Your treating dentist can help you decide which road to take.
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Partial but...: A partial denture is much better than not having anything teeth replaced. You need to have a balanced bite, so getting a partial is an option, but do not skimp. You want a long lasting, functional partial....Don't want a lot of repairs and changes.
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Partial dentures but: While removable partial dentures are an option, few dentists take the time to re-shape the "holding" teeth and even if they do, their dental labs may not utilize the design detail. What you need to ask for is a removable partial denture that's been "surveyed" for cast metal clasps and rest seats. Good ddss and prosthodontists still do this but it will cost! floss daily or lose your other teeth!
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Depends: If that's all you got on top, both sides , then an all acrylic partial denture is the way to go away from implants, this way should you loose those two teeth on top , that partial can be easily turned into a full upper denture.
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