Dentures or Full dentures replace a complete arch of the mouth (Top or Bottom), it replaces all teeth that are necessary to have a healthy, natural, functioning smile and bite.
A Partial Denture replaces one or more teeth but not all in one arch of the mouth (Top or Bottom). Partials usually use remaining natural teeth to provide a secure fit. Partial dentures replace all teeth that are necessary to have a healthy, natural, functioning smile and bite.