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Scandinavian Concept Prostheses by Katie Ernst

The Scandinavian approach to partial prosthesis design puts your long-term comfort, hygiene, and confidence at its heart.

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What Is the Scandinavian Concept?

The Scandinavian prosthesis philosophy is a refined method of partial prosthesis design based on:

  • Preserving natural teeth for as long as possible
  • Avoiding coverage of the gums (gingival margins) to protect tissue health
  • Tooth-borne support, not soft-tissue pressure
  • Open, hygienic designs that allow for natural saliva flow and easy cleaning

This design approach is backed by over 50 years of research and is ideal for patients who value comfort, discretion, and long-term dental health.

Why It Matters to You

Traditional dentures may:

  • Cause gum stripping or inflammation
  • Accelerate bone loss
  • Damage remaining teeth
  • Be bulky or uncomfortable

Scandinavian removable partial prostheses:

  • Respect gum health
  • Are lightweight and discreet
  • Fit naturally with your remaining teeth
  • Preserve your smile’s natural beauty
  • Are easier to keep clean

Your Journey

1. Personal Consultation
We discuss your history, wishes, and goals.

2. Smile Design & Planning
We use old photos, current dental health, and aesthetic preferences to design your perfect fit.

3. 3D Verification & Try-In
We test everything with advanced accuracy and adjust as needed.

4. Fit & Follow-Up
Once fitted, we guide you in maintaining your beautiful new smile — comfortably and confidently.

Designed Around You

We aim to:

  • Maintain your prosthodontic privacy (so no one knows it’s a denture)
  • Use advanced chrome frameworks with open designs
  • Plan for future tooth loss if needed
  • Personalise tooth shape, position, and colour using old photos
  • Collaborate closely with expert technicians for beautiful results

“We believe dentures should be more than just ‘gap fillers’. They should feel like you — look like you — and support your dental health, long-term.”

Case study

Not a denture in sight!

This patient regained confidence with a chrome-based Scandinavian partial prosthesis, designed to blend perfectly with their natural teeth.

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