Removables
Metal Partial Frameworks
Metal partial frameworks offer a strong, precise, and thoughtfully finished removable solution built for long-term comfort and predictable retention. They’re designed to withstand everyday function while remaining lightweight, discreet, and comfortable for the patient.
This category supports both digital and traditional workflows, and frameworks may be produced using Selective Laser Melting (SLM) technology or traditional casting, depending on case needs or clinician preference. Both approaches result in a precise fit when matched with proper records and design planning.
Material + Design Options
- Chrome cobalt (nickel-free, beryllium-free)
- Precision attachments when required
- Metal retention clasp options
- Lingual plating designs
- Mirror-polished surfaces where esthetics and comfort benefit
- Compatibility with flexible component hybrid designs
When It Makes Sense
Long-Term Strength
Built for cases where durability and longevity are priorities.
Reduced Bulk
A smaller, less bulky alternative to acrylic partials.
Tooth-Supported Stability
Ideal when tooth-supported rest seats are available.
Easy Maintenance
Supports repairs, relines, and long-term serviceability.
Metal Framework Support
Useful when space, occlusal forces, or undercuts favor a metal framework.
Multiple Missing Teeth
Replacement of several missing teeth across an arch.
Improved Denture Stability
For patients transitioning from dentures who want greater stability.
Long-Term Removable Care
Cases requiring an indefinite or long-term removable solution.
Why Derby
Decades of experience in metal framework design
Our team has worked with metal partials for decades, combining deep technical knowledge with modern tools to deliver consistent, predictable outcomes.
Digitally driven or traditional — your choice
We can design frameworks from intraoral scans or traditional impressions.
SLM or cast — depending on what the case calls for
SLM is excellent for accuracy and repeatability, while casting works well in certain designs and preferences.
Premium finish, polish, and comfort
All frameworks are shaped, tapered, and polished by hand for comfort, including mirror-polished elements where the patient feels the most contact.
Clasping flexibility
Choose from clasping style options, with the ability to incorporate hybrid flexible elements when appropriate — giving you the right balance of support, maintenance flexibility, and comfort.
Acrylic + premium tooth selection
Final prosthetics are completed using acrylic paired with premium denture teeth for strength, stain resistance, and natural esthetics.
Predictable fit and adjustability
Designed to sit passively while providing strong retention through precise adaptation.
A team that designs with the patient experience in mind
Function, esthetics, and longevity guide every stage — not just manufacturing.
Turnaround
Framework try-in: Approx. 5–7 days in lab
Final delivery: Approx. 10 days from approved try-in
Workflow adjustments available depending on case urgency.
Production Phases
Step 1
Records + Case Submission
Step 2
Design + Framework Planning
Step 3
Framework Fabrication
Step 4
Framework Try-In
Step 5
Final Processing
Step 6
Delivery + Adjustments
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FAQ
Can I skip the try-in?
Yes, but not recommended. If design confidence is high, a no-try-in workflow is possible.
Does the patient feel the metal?
The framework is lightweight and polished for comfort — most patients adapt very quickly.
Are these repairable or adjustable?
Yes. Metal partials allow clasp adjustments and long-term modification.
Can I submit digital scans?
Absolutely — we support digital and traditional impressions.
What clasp options are available?
Traditional clasp and esthetic clasps, with the ability to incorporate flexible components when the design calls for it.
What’s the difference between Y3, Y4, and Y5?
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Related Products
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Acrylic Partials
A straightforward, adaptable removable solution with repair options and clinical flexibility.
Educational & Support Resources
Derby Videos & Tutorials
Video
- How We Mill Multilayer Zirconia
- Understanding AI-Enhanced Crown Design
Article
- Finishing Zirconia for Natural Esthetics
