Dentures are used as replacements for people who are missing most or all of their teeth. They are made of a flesh coloured acrylic base which fits over the gums and artificial teeth are inserted into the base.  In most cases they are removable and are taken out at night.  There are two types of dentures – partial and complete.  A partial denture rests on either a metal or acrylic framework and attaches to your existing teeth by metal clasps.  A complete denture has an acrylic base and is used when you are missing all your teeth.  In some cases, an immediate denture can be inserted directly after having teeth removed therefore never having to be without teeth.  Implant supported dentures are also an option that provide a more stable, functional denture.