Yes, you can get a partial denture for just one missing tooth. Here’s how the main single-tooth options compare on comfort, look, and cost, and how to pick the right one.
By the FixUrSmile Dental Lab team · Updated October 2026 · Part of our complete partial dentures guide
Yes. A removable partial denture can replace a single missing tooth. It’s one of the most affordable ways to fill a gap, it doesn’t require drilling the neighboring teeth, and it doesn’t involve surgery. You take it out to clean it and while you sleep.
A single-tooth partial is a small base shaped like your gums, one replacement tooth matched to your natural shade, and clasps that hold onto the teeth beside the gap. The main difference between types is the material and the clasps.
| Option | Best for | Clasps | FixUrSmile price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nesbit flexible partial | One tooth (or two side by side) on one side of the mouth, especially back teeth | Gum-colored, no metal | $260 |
| Flexible partial denture | A natural look, including front teeth | Gum-colored, no metal | $315 (1–3 teeth) |
| Acrylic partial denture | Lowest cost, and teeth can often be added later | Metal wire | $245 (1–3 teeth) |
| Flipper tooth | Short-term use, such as while an extraction site heals | Usually none, or simple wire | Similar to an acrylic partial |
Not sure which one fits? Our partial denture comparison guide and Product Finder walk you through it.
A Nesbit partial is a small, one-sided partial that replaces one tooth or two adjacent teeth. Because it doesn’t cross the roof of your mouth or wrap around your tongue, it’s the most compact removable option. It works best when there are healthy natural teeth on both sides of the gap for the clasps to hold.
FixUrSmile’s Nesbit is made from flexible, metal-free nylon for $260. Read our Nesbit vs. flipper comparison if you’re choosing between the two.
| Option | Typical cost | Surgery? | Removable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| FixUrSmile custom partial (made from at-home impressions) | $245–$315 | No | Yes |
| Flipper from a dentist | About $300–$500 for one tooth* | No | Yes |
| Flexible partial from a dentist | About $900–$2,000* | No | Yes |
| Maryland bridge | About $1,500–$2,500* | No | No |
| Traditional bridge | About $2,000–$5,000* | No, but reshapes nearby teeth | No |
| Single dental implant | About $3,000–$7,500* | Yes | No |
*Typical dental-office ranges reported by Guardian Life (flippers), Guardian Life (partials), Guardian Life (bridges), and Guardian Life (implants). Your price will vary by provider, location, and case.
For more detail, see our partial dentures cost guide.
A one-tooth partial makes the most sense when:
The trade-offs: it’s removable, so you take it out at night and clean it daily, and it won’t feel as solid as a fixed bridge or implant. Many people still find it a practical everyday solution.
Front tooth: appearance matters most, so a metal-free flexible partial with gum-colored clasps is usually the better look. See partial dentures for front teeth.
Back tooth: chewing comfort matters most. A Nesbit is a compact choice when the gap has teeth on both sides. See partial dentures for back teeth.
At a dental office, a single flipper tooth typically costs about $300 to $500, and flexible partials can cost $900 or more. FixUrSmile’s custom partials for one tooth are $245 (acrylic), $260 (Nesbit), or $315 (flexible).
For a back tooth with teeth on both sides of the gap, a Nesbit partial is the most compact removable option. For a front tooth, a metal-free flexible partial usually looks the most natural. If budget is the priority, an acrylic partial costs the least.
Yes. Start with soft foods cut into small pieces while you adjust, then work up to your normal diet. Avoid very sticky or hard foods, and chew evenly on both sides.
No. A partial denture is removable. If you want a fixed option, a dental bridge or implant is permanent, but each costs more and involves dental procedures.
Not for most straightforward cases, since a licensed dentist reviews every FixUrSmile case. If you have pain, swelling, loose teeth, or gum disease, see a dentist before ordering.
Nesbit partial for one tooth, $260. Flexible and acrylic options from $245. Made in our US dental lab from impressions you take at home, with licensed dentist review and our Custom Fit Guarantee.
