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All-Acrylic Partial (Flipper)

 

All-acrylic partial dentures, commonly called "flippers," are cost-effective interim appliances designed for immediate aesthetic restoration and typically replace one to three anterior teeth.

Flippers offer rapid fabrication, making them easily adjustable chairside and highly cost-effective for both patients and practices.

While retention is limited compared to other partial designs, relying primarily on tissue adaptation—flippers excel as temporary aesthetic solutions that provide essential psychological comfort and basic function during transitional periods.

Although not intended for long-term use or heavy function, they serve as invaluable tools for maintaining patient confidence and quality of life while comprehensive treatment is planned or healing occurs.
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All Acrylic Partial Overview

Primary Clinical Benefits of Flipper Partial Dentures

  • Immediate Aesthetic Restoration – Can be delivered same day as extraction, preventing patients from experiencing missing front teeth
  • Cost-Effective Solution – Most affordable option for temporary tooth replacement, accessible to wide range of patients
  • Easy Chairside Adjustment – Acrylic material can be easily modified, relined, or repaired in the dental office
  • Lightweight Comfort – Minimal bulk and weight provide comfortable wear during transitional periods
  • Psychological Support – Maintains patient confidence and social comfort during healing or treatment planning
  • Basic Functional Restoration – Provides limited chewing ability and speech support for essential daily activities
  • Simple Maintenance – Easy for patients to clean and care for with standard denture hygiene protocols

These benefits make flippers essential tools for maintaining patient quality of life during transitional treatment phases.

Product Specifications

Partial Denture Black
Description Acrylic partial dentures are made to be supported by the mucosa and are often fabricated for temporary use. Requires clasps for retention.
Tooth Shades A1, A2, A3, A3.5, B1, B2, C1, C2, D2, D3, BL2, BL3
Patient Visits (est.) 2
Applications • Partial tooth replacement
• Temporary space maintainer until a more permanent solution is fabricated
Materials • Acrylic
• Denture teeth
• Clasps (wrought wire or aesthetic)
Benefits • Lightweight
• Economical
Records • PVS or IOS impression
• Bite
• Opposing
• Patient photographs
Process • Records
• Seat
Seating Adjustments should be none to minimal.
Warranty 6 months
Insurance Codes • D5213 Maxillary partial denture - cast metal framework with resin denture bases (including any conventional clasps, rests, and teeth)
• D5214 Mandibular partial denture - cast metal framework with resin denture bases (including any conventional clasps, rests, and teeth)

Downloadable Resources

Video Resources

A Doctors First Digital Denture Experience: Dr. Vilma Trimarchi

Utilizing Selective Laser Melting (SLM) for Partial Denture Frameworks

Partial Dentures Created Using Selective Laser Melting (SLM) Technology

Partial Denture Offerings - Product Comparison

Wear Esthetics Strength Price Lab Days Materials Benefits
SLM Cobalt Chrome Partial ★★★★ ★★★ ★★★★ $466.00 12 • SLM frame (Cobalt Chrome)
• Acrylic
• Denture teeth
• Clasps (multiple 
options available) 		• High strength
• Durable
SLM Titanium Partial ★★★★ ★★★ ★★★★ $466.00 12 • SLM frame (Titanium)
• Acrylic
• Denture teeth
• Clasps (multiple 
options available) 		• High strength
• Durable
Acetal Partial ★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★ $461.00 12 • Acetal resin (milled)
• Denture teeth
• Clasps (multiple 
options available) 		• Alternative for patients with 
allergies to other materials
• Durable 
Thermoplastic Partial ★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★★ $308.00 8 • Flexible thermoplastic
• Denture teeth
• Clasps (multiple 
options available) 		• Flexible
• Added comfort
Thermoplastic Partial Hybrid ★★★ ★★★★ ★★★★★ $413.00 12 • SLM frame (printed metal)
• Flexible thermoplastic
• Denture teeth
• Clasps (multiple 
options available) 		• Flexible
• Added comfort
• Additional strength
All Acrylic Partial (Flipper) ★★ ★★★ ★★ $152.00 5 • Acrylic
• Denture teeth
• Clasps (wrought wire or esthetic) 		• Lightweight
• Economical

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