If you’ve lost a tooth, you may be overwhelmed by your tooth replacement options. Advances in technology and medicine have given our patients a series of choices to make repairing a single concern they have. Our dental professionals typically recommend patients who lose a tooth choose between a dental implant and a dental bridge. Let’s go over each of these treatment options and talk about their benefits, so you can choose which one is best for you.
What are Dental Implants?
A dental implant is a dental replacement that replaces both the tooth and the internal structures underneath the gums. Our patients don’t often realize how complicated and intricate the structures underneath the gums are to healthy-looking and –feeling teeth. When a tooth is missing, the bones and nerves around the missing tooth and surrounding teeth begin to deteriorate. Our dental implants have a metal post as a base that, when placed into the affected area, allows the bone and nerves to regrow and flourish over time.
What are the Benefits of Dental Implants?
There are many benefits of having a dental implant, including:
- Less burden on the surrounding teeth
- Promotes healing of bone structure and nerves
- High-quality implants have the potential to last a lifetime
What are Dental Bridges?
A dental bridge is another tooth-replacing mechanism that is less invasive than a dental implant. Dental bridges use the remaining healthy teeth surrounding the affected area to fill the gap of the missing tooth, creating a bridge-like structure. The teeth on either side of the missing tooth are shaven down to accommodate a cap, or false teeth. The cap is then placed over the shaved teeth and the bridge between the two fills in the space of the missing tooth.
What are the Benefits of Dental Bridges?
There are many benefits of getting a bridge, including:
- More affordable than a dental implant
- Less invasive dental procedure than a dental implant
- Quicker procedure for quicker results
Are Dental Implants or Bridges Better?
When it comes to choosing the right tooth replacement option for you, there are a few things to consider. Dental implants are a great option for patients who don’t mind spending a little more money for long-term results and maintaining surrounding structures. Dental bridges, on the other hand, are better for patients who may be on a budget and don’t have any severe bone damage related to their missing tooth. The best way to find out which tooth replacement option is best for you is to come in for your private consultation with one of our dental professionals.
If you have any questions or would like more information about dental implants or dental bridges, we encourage you to contact us and schedule your private consultation with our expert staff today. We’ll be happy to evaluate your teeth and jaw, and provide you with the highest-quality dental and orthodontic care at an affordable price.
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