Dental implants and bridges are two options you get to explore if you have missing teeth. These oral restorations restore the function and appearance of missing teeth in their unique way. Missing teeth can reduce one’s confidence. Not replacing lost teeth can also cause the remaining teeth to move out of their proper alignment. This can lead to a variety of dental issues like tooth decay.
To help you make an educated decision on which oral prosthetic will work best for you, let us take a closer look at how these restorations work:
Nowadays, these are the preferred way to replace missing teeth. They provide a complete solution that replaces lost roots and the visible part of teeth. Dental implants are surgically inserted into a person’s jaw and fuse with bone tissues in a process called osseointegration. The implant serves as an artificial root, and restoration like a crown is attached to it to replace the visible part of the tooth. Dental bridges can also be attached to implants.
The benefits of replacing teeth with dental implants include:
There are a few things that are not so great about implants. These include:
These oral prosthetics are used to close up gaps caused by missing teeth. The bridge is usually supported by the teeth closest to the gap on either side. The teeth that serve as anchors for a bridge are called abutment teeth and are often fitted with crowns to provide more stability for the bridge.
The benefits that come with replacing teeth with bridges include:
The disadvantages that come with implants include:
Call or visit our Marietta clinic to learn more about how bridges and implants can be used to replace your teeth.
Request an appointment here: https://www.greatsmiledentistmarietta.com or call Great Smile Dental at (770) 239-2506 for an appointment in our Marietta office.
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