Living with missing teeth can affect your entire life. Not only can it lead to self-esteem issues and being self-conscious every single time you smile, but teeth are much more important to your overall health.
For example, many people dealing with missing teeth can develop digestive issues because they are not able to chew their foods properly. So replacing missing teeth is not just an aesthetic procedure.
If you have one or more missing teeth, you might very well be wondering which solution is right for you, as there are many options available.
For example: dental implants, or bridges?
The Difference Between Dental Implants and Bridges
A dental implant is a prosthetic made from 3 different components:
- The metal root that gets implanted into the jaw
- The abutment
- And the dental crown
It’s a popular procedure to replace missing teeth because implants look and function just like natural teeth.
Bridges, on the other hand, are dental prosthetics that go on top of your natural teeth and replace the missing ones. It’s generally made to address 3-4 consecutive teeth that require a bit more support to resume their full function.
Dental bridges work similarly to dental crowns. The dentist reduces the size of the tooth to create a good base for the bridge to go on top. Because of this, the dentist will not recommend bridges if the two supporting teeth are perfectly healthy.
Which One Is the Best?
Both dental implants and bridges are very effective ways to replace missing teeth.
Farragut dental implants are usually a good option for patients dealing with one missing tooth, while the surrounding ones are generally healthy. In case of multiple missing teeth, you also have the option of getting implant-supported dentures.
As for dental bridges, they are usually recommended in cases where you have neighboring missing teeth, and the supporting teeth are also impacted (such as having a large filling or dealing with a cavity).
How Can You Know for Sure?
Replacing missing teeth is much easier today thanks to modern dentistry. Apart from implants and bridges, you have many other options at your disposal, such as dentures.
To know for sure which procedure will get you the best results, you need to see a dentist for a consultation. They will assess your current oral health and establish the best treatment plan for your specific case.
How Confident Smiles & Implants Can Help
Dr. Luis and Dr. Tori Mariusso specialize in implant and restorative dentistry and can help you access the right treatment for your specific case. With our service, you can get the smile you’ve always wanted, and make sure all your oral health needs are addressed.
To get started, please book an appointment at Confident Smiles & Implants online.
If you have more questions about our services, please don’t hesitate to call us directly at (813) 957-4891.
