Arizona Tribune - How to Choose the Right Tooth Replacement Solution in Pembroke Pines

Tooth replacement options

The three most common solutions to replace teeth are dentures, dental bridges, and dental implants. Here's how each works:

Dentures

Dentures are removable, prosthetic teeth that act as a substitute for your missing teeth and their surrounding tissue.¹ Full dentures fit over your gums and are supported by the roof of your mouth or lower jaw.² If you're only missing one or a few teeth, you can also use partial dentures that hook around your other natural teeth.

Dental bridges

If you're missing just one to three teeth in a row, a dental bridge could be a viable alternative. A dental bridge is an artificial tooth (or teeth) held together by healthy teeth on either side of the gap.³ Your natural teeth will be fitted with a crown, a tooth-shaped cap that is connected to the artificial tooth in between to restore your smile.⁴

Dental implants

A dental implant is embedded into your gums and acts like an artificial tooth root.⁵ On top, a connecting piece will attach your implant to your new artificial tooth. Dental implants are strong, and they can each support several artificial teeth.⁶ Therefore, if you need a full mouth of implants, you might need fewer dental implants than you think.

Key considerations

All tooth replacement solutions have their own pros and cons. Here's an overview of some of the important factors you'll want to consider:

Appearance

When you're missing teeth, your body reabsorbs your jawbone over time, which can cause your cheeks to sink.⁷ This is particularly common in cases of full dentures. Dental bridges prevent this, though they are slightly more noticeable than dental implants, which best retain your natural look.⁸

Comfort

A common complaint of patients who use dentures is that the appliances can move around and slip out of place when speaking or chewing. If this happens, it's not only uncomfortable, but it could affect your self-esteem. On the other hand, dental bridges are securely fitted onto your teeth using a type of dental cement. Finally, dental implants are even more securely embedded, as they are inserted into your jawbone.

Procedure

Dental implants are the most complex tooth replacement solution, as they require different steps that take place over several months. Dental bridges are quicker, but they still require several appointments to finish the treatment. Dentures are the quickest option, as you can even get same-day immediate dentures after an extraction.

Cost

The cost of replacing teeth can vary depending on the treatment you need. Dental implants tend to cost more upfront than bridges or dentures, but they also last longer and require less maintenance over time.⁹ Dentures cost less initially, though they may need adjustments or replacement in the future.

The bottom line

Choosing the right tooth replacement solution is a personal decision that depends on your unique situation. Schedule a visit with your dentist in Pembroke Pines, FL, to get expert advice about which option best fits your lifestyle and long-term goals.

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