Acrylic partial commonly known as flippers are fabricated without the use of metal to replace one or few teeth making them extremely easy to modify for fit. Acrylic dentures consist of the denture teeth attached to an acrylic baseplate and uses pink acrylic as the majority material to manufacture partial denture and its cost-effective option makes it an attractive alternative to any other types of removable partial dentures. They provide good stability and retention because of the close and tight denture fitting against the gums and natural teeth. Acrylic partials have the ability to add teeth in case of further natural tooth loss expected in near future and also the use of wrought metal clasps to grip the oral appliance in your mouth. 

Components of acrylic partial denture:

1. Acrylic base denture 
2. Artificial teeth 
3. Direct retainer (clasps) 

Procedure to make acrylic dentures 

At first, dentists will take an impression of your existing teeth to create a mold. These molds will be used to make the new acrylic partial denture that you’ll be wearing. It’ll take about a week for the partial to be made for you. You will need to visit the office after to fit the partial over your teeth and to see if it is comfortable for you. Minor adjustments can then be made if required. You should remove the dentures nightly while you sleep so that you can clean thoroughly and store them away. 

Features:

• Metal-free option 
• Durable 
• Clear, wire or cast clasps can be added
• Ideal alternative when implants or bridges are not a solution 
• Replace several teeth with one appliance 

Advantages: 

• Patient-pleasing esthetic properties and comfort. 
• Hygienic as it does not absorb stains or odors. 
• Acrylic partial dentures cost much less than traditional metal partials due to the ease of fabrication. 
• Acrylic dentures allow chair side denture reline, polish acrylic and denture repairs. 
• Faster fabrication time than that of cast metal or flexible dentures. 
• Perfect temporary option when cast metal dentures are being fabricated or dental implants are being considered. 

Disadvantages: 

• The acrylic base is often weaker and tends to break which may lead to the acrylic having to be bulkier. 
• Due to the thickness of acrylic partial dentures it might need some extra time to get used to. 
• Acrylic denture covers a larger portion of the roof of your mouth which may result in gagging and affect the taste and experience of food. 

Indications 

• Situations that need temporary or provisional restorations in cases involving future removal of teeth. 
• For patients who are allergic to metal base alloy. 

Contraindications 

• Acrylic allergies
• long-term use