“What is the best option for replacing missing teeth?”
I have a missing front tooth. I want to replace it. What is the best option for replacing missing teeth?
6 Answers
Implant or bridge.
An implant
An implant is one of the good options! But you can have bridge or partial, too.
That is not necessarily a straight forward easy answer. It really depends on each patient who have many factors to consider. Many make an argument for implants being the best. In some situation they are the best. you can not say that they are always the best. Another great option in many cases is a fixed partial denture otherwise known as a bridge. A bridge replaces one or maybe more teeth by having teeth adjacent to the missing tooth support a non removable restoration. In some cases the best fit is something that is removable like a denture with only one tooth sometimes. It really depends on each individual situation.
There are traditionally 3 options for replacing a missing tooth:
1) dental implant
2) bridge
3) removable partial denture.
In most cases, the dental implant is the most ideal treatment option because it does not affect any of the surrounding teeth and is easy to clean. This is also the most expensive option, and you have to be willing to commit to a 6+ month treatment plan. The bridge can be a great cosmetic option also, but does remove the outer enamel from the adjacent teeth. Those teeth over time may be more prone to getting cavities, and like all dental work, the bridge will need to be redone at some point. You also have to be committed to cleaning under the bridge. The upside is that it is a good looking option that stays cemented in your mouth and can generally be completed within 3 weeks. A removable partial denture is like a retainer with a tooth on it. It comes in and out. This is the most affordable option. If you are needing to save money for an implant, or need something to fill in the space while your implant is healing, this can be a great option.
1) dental implant
2) bridge
3) removable partial denture.
In most cases, the dental implant is the most ideal treatment option because it does not affect any of the surrounding teeth and is easy to clean. This is also the most expensive option, and you have to be willing to commit to a 6+ month treatment plan. The bridge can be a great cosmetic option also, but does remove the outer enamel from the adjacent teeth. Those teeth over time may be more prone to getting cavities, and like all dental work, the bridge will need to be redone at some point. You also have to be committed to cleaning under the bridge. The upside is that it is a good looking option that stays cemented in your mouth and can generally be completed within 3 weeks. A removable partial denture is like a retainer with a tooth on it. It comes in and out. This is the most affordable option. If you are needing to save money for an implant, or need something to fill in the space while your implant is healing, this can be a great option.
Implant if possible
