Missing tooth? What next?

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You have a missing tooth , probably you are clueless on what to do next or may be your dentist has already given you idea about what all options you can have !
Following are the very common treatment options for replacing teeth.

1) Dental Implants

A dental implant is a titanium post (like a tooth root) that is surgically positioned into the jawbone beneath the gum line that allows your dentist to mount replacement teeth or bridge into that area. 
By far , Dental Implant Treatment remains the best option available considering its benefits and satisfactory results and may actually provide better long-term value than conventional teeth replacement options.





2)Fixed Dental Bridge

Dental bridge is nothing but a dental crown which is placed in the area of missing tooth where the support can be provided by adjacent teeth.
A dental bridge may need to be replaced every 5 to 15 years, depending on proper care.



3)Removable partial denture

A removable partial denture , which is worn during the day, can replace one or many missing teeth.  Sometimes a partial denture may need metal clasps to help it stay in the mouth.

 There are different types in Removable partial dentures depending on the material used and number of teeth replaced.          



4) Complete Denture or Implant supported Denture

When a patient has all of his teeth missing most conventional method to replace all the teeth is complete denture which is obviously not fixed one and rather not completely reliable whereas there is another option of Implant supported Denture where which is both retained and supported by four or more dental implants. This means that the denture does not rest on the gums. Rather, it is fixed on implants, which are embedded in bone.
Whether you’re missing teeth because of tooth decay, gum disease, or an injury, talk to a dentist about options for replacing a missing tooth.
The cost will vary depending on the replacement option, the number of teeth you need to replace, and even your location.



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