What is Flexite denture?

Flexible dentures are a type of partial denture, which are typically constructed of nylon, or other thin thermoplastics, which differ significantly from the thicker, harder acrylic that is often used in normal dentures.

What is Flexite?

Flexite is a light flexible plastic that fits comfortably over your gums. Flexite is aesthetic and blends nicely with your gums. Flexite eliminates the metallic taste of metal partials. There are no unsightly clasps. Flexite is bio compatible (non allergic)

How do you clean Flexite dentures?

A typical flexible denture cleaning routine involves soaking them in denture cleanser tablet solution, brushing them free of debris and finally rinsing them under running water to remove any cleanser tablet residue.

Is Valplast toxic?

The unpolished Valplast media was found to be toxic to about 84 and 90% of the epithelial and fibroblast cells respectively while polished Valplast media was toxic to 75 and 77% of the epithelial and fibroblast cells respectively (Table 3).

Is thermoplastic safe for your teeth?

The main characteristics of the thermoplastic resins used in dentistry are as follows: they are monomer-free and consequently nontoxic and nonallergenic, they are injected by using special devices, they are biocompatible, they have enhanced esthetics and they are comfortable to wear [10].

Are flexible dentures any good?

Flexible dentures are more durable than traditional dentures and can even last a lifetime. Thanks to their flexibility, they will not shatter or crack if they are dropped. Flexible dentures have a more realistic appearance than traditional dentures because of their clear base.

How long can you leave dentures in water?

Clean Water Hot water can melt or disfigure the plastic parts of the denture. You can use tap water or bottled water. Do not leave the dentures in the water for more than 12 hours.

What material is Valplast?

Valplast is a pressure-injected, flexible denture base resin that is ideal for partial dentures and unilateral restorations. The resin is a biocompatible nylon thermoplastic with unique physical and esthetic properties.

What is Valplast made of?

As far as removable partial dentures go, Valplast is a game-changer. Made from a distinct nylon resin, which they state is unbreakable; they offer a lifetime guarantee to prove their confidence in this statement and provide reassurance to dentists and patients alike.

What is dental thermoplastic?

Thermoplastic polyester resins are also used in dentistry. They melt between 230°C and 290°C and the technology implies casting into molds. Polycarbonate resins are particularly polyester materials. They have good fracture strength and flexibility, but the wear resistance is lower than acetal resins.

What is thermoplastic denture?

The thermoplastic partial denture is made of thermoplastic nylon resin – a very flexible and ultra-thin material that contains no BPA’s. It is also considered to be the most biocompatible material. This type of denture is best for patients who are suffering from allergies to certain metals or acrylic.

Why choose flexite® flexible partials?

With Flexite Unbreakable Flexible Partials You Have A Choice of Many Allergy Free, Biocompatible Plastics. Tell Your Dentist You Want Only Genuine Flexite! Flexite Flexible Partials and Dentures are made with the very best medical grade thermoplastics. With Flexite you have many different plastics to choose from.

Is flexite available at aim dental?

AIM DENTAL LABORATORY IN BROOKLYN, NEW YORK IS ILLEGALLY ADVERTISING FLEXITE ON THEIR WEBSITE. AIM DENTAL IS NOT USING FLEXITE PRODUCTS IN THEIR LAB. PLEASE NOTE: ROSE DENTAL IN ATLANTA, GEORGIA IS NOT AFFILIATED WITH THE FLEXITE COMPANY.

Why choose flexite plastics?

With Flexite you have many different plastics to choose from. The Flexite Company prides itself with the finest customer support in the dental industry. When you call Flexite, if we are busy and your get a recording please leave a message and we will return your call as soon as possible.