Enamel is the hardest substance in your body. It protects your teeth against the acids in your mouth.
Without enamel, your teeth get a soft texture, much like the texture of your gums. Your teeth become weak and prone to cavities if not brushed or brushed properly. Also, your gums get irritated as bacteria eat into their soft texture.
Your teeth protect you from diseases but also from a life of pain and adversity. Perhaps your missing tooth are causing you to suffer now?
1. Fixed Bridge
A Fixed Bridge involves using a dental crown to bridge the gap in the patient’s mouth, and the crowns are fitted over abutment teeth or implants. This permanently supports the artificial teeth in place for natural aesthetics and normal functionality.
A Fixed Bridge typically lasts 10 to 15 years and is a more cost-effective solution compared to other, more extensive dental treatments. The convenient and straightforward treatment requires minimal recovery time, and there are virtually no diet restrictions after the dental procedure is complete.
2. Removable Partial Denture
A removable partial denture is a realistic option to replace missing teeth. It is a dental prosthesis that consists of replacement teeth attached to a pink base designed to blend in with your natural gum tissue. The base also serves to support and hold the artificial teeth in place. Partial dentures are made of metal and acrylic resin and are designed to fit comfortably in the mouth.
This option offers a more natural look and eliminates the need for bridges or implants. The removable partial denture is easy to clean and maintain through regular flossing and brushing.
3. Resin-Retained Bridge
A resin-retained bridge involves minimal tooth alteration and often only requires two visits to complete. A bridge is supported by an existing tooth (abutment) and contains a restoration with a pontic (artificial tooth) fused to the abutments. The resin-retained bridge is an ideal choice for those who cannot or do not want to have dental implants.
It is a more cost-effective tooth replacement that preserves existing healthy teeth structure. Depending upon the bridge design, this option may also reduce the risk of periodontal disease.
4. Dental Implants
If you are looking for a tooth replacement, dental implants are a great option to replace them. While dentures and bridges also help replace teeth, they are not permanent. Dental implants are designed to fill the gaps of missing teeth and to look and feel natural.
Dental implants are titanium posts that fuse with the jawbone and act as roots that replace teeth that can be attached. The surgical procedure is carried out under local or general anesthesia by a maxillofacial surgeon found here. In addition, dental bridges, supported by surrounding teeth or removable dentures, can be fitted by a general dentist or specialist prosthodontist. It is important to have a consultation in order to discuss and select the most appropriate option to replace missing teeth.
Scheduled an Appointment for Your Missing Teeth Today
Replacing missing teeth is a difficult but necessary decision. Options of how to replace include dentures, bridges, and implants. Speak to a dentist to determine which solution is best for you.
Don’t wait to restore your smile and confidence – make an appointment today to discuss your options to replace a missing tooth!
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