Denture base or PMMA material which is cheaper?

When comparing the cost of denture base and PMMA(polymethyl methacrylate) materials, we can analyze from the following aspects:

Material cost

PMMA material: PMMA is a widely used plastic material known for its high transparency, good processability and relatively low cost. In denture manufacturing, PMMA is often used to make parts such as denture bases and artificial crowns. Due to the relatively low price of the PMMA material itself, denture bases made using PMMA usually have an advantage in terms of material cost.

Denture base: The cost of denture base depends not only on its material, but also on factors such as design, fabrication process and additional functions. Denture bases made of different materials (such as metal, ceramic, plastic, etc.) vary in cost. Metal bases typically cost more, while ceramic and plastic bases are relatively low. In plastic bases, PMMA has become a common material due to its low cost and high performance.

Production cost

PMMA materials are easy to process and shape, and the equipment and process required in the production process are relatively simple, so the production cost is relatively low.

The production cost of denture base is also affected by the complexity of manufacturing process, production volume and other factors. For complex denture base designs or small-scale production, production costs may increase accordingly.

Comprehensive consideration

From the point of view of material cost, PMMA material is the preferred material for making denture base because of its low cost and high performance.

However, the overall cost of a denture base is also affected by a variety of other factors, such as design, fabrication process and additional features.

In the actual purchase, patients should also consider the comfort, durability and aesthetics of the denture base to choose the most suitable denture restoration program.

conclusion

In general, denture bases made of PMMA materials are usually lower in cost than denture bases made of other materials (such as metals, ceramics, etc.). This is because the price of the PMMA material itself is relatively low, and it is easy to process and form, thus reducing the production cost. However, please note that the specific cost is also affected by a number of factors, such as the manufacturing process, production volume and additional features. Therefore, when choosing a denture base, patients should consider many factors and consult a professional doctor or oral prosthodontic expert.