There are many options that you might want to consider for teeth replacement. Among the most popular choices today are dental implants and dental bridges.
Dental Implants
Dental implants are comprised of titanium rods that are placed in the gums where your missing teeth used to be. Over time, the titanium rod will begin to bond with the bone, ensuring that you don’t have future bone loss. After implantation, a crown will be placed on the rod to replicate your natural tooth.
- Pros – Dental implants look like your natural teeth, making it simple to clean, floss around, and care for without impacting the other teeth around them.
- Cons – Cons of dental implants include the fact that dental surgery isn’t for everyone, not everyone is a good candidate. The up-front costs can be more expensive, and the procedure itself requires multiple office visits for completion.
Dental Bridges
In contrast, a dental bridge is a permanent prosthesis that is implanted to replace any missing teeth. As the name suggests, dental bridges fill in the gaps that missing teeth leave in ones mouth.
- Pros – There are a couple key pros to keep in mind, including lower up-front as well as the ability to avoid surgery and multiple office visits.
- Cons – Potential drawbacks include slightly difficult cleaning, especially because the implant itself is attached to the natural teeth surrounding it, which will also be filed down. As you might suspect, this can lead to tooth decay or even periodontal disease if it isn’t cared for properly. This can cause the loss of the bridge over time as well.
The Right Dentist to Help Meet Your Needs
If you are searching for the right solution to rectify the damage, Crystal Dental professionals are to help. Our specialists will help you arrive to the right solution giving you a smile that you can feel good about. With multiple locations from Los Angeles to Orange County, one will always get the help they need.
For more information or to find a location near you please visit www.crystaldentalcenters.com or contact us at 213.748.8448 with any questions.
