Your Options for Replacing Missing Teeth

A missing tooth can be caused by gum disease, a cavity, an injury, or a genetic condition.

Regardless of the underlying cause of missing teeth, if you want to replace a missing tooth, there are multiple options available.

Here’s a look at a few options for replacing missing teeth, as well as the benefits and disadvantages of each option and pricing information.

1. Dental implants

Dental implants are a good option if you need to replace a single tooth or if you are missing many teeth in different areas of your mouth.

A dental implant is essentially a permanent solution for a replacement tooth.

While prices vary depending on a variety of factors, the average cost of a single tooth implant isRs 20,000 onwards. Some insurance companies cover the procedure as well.

Advantages of dental implants

The most significant advantage is that the replacement tooth looks and feels like a natural tooth and may last for many years. Another advantage of a dental implant is that it does not involve nearby teeth (unlike a bridge), so the rest of your teeth should remain intact.

Disadvantages of dental implants

For dental implant surgery, you must be in good physical health for the procedure and recovery. Furthermore, the healing process will take months.

Your dentist will not attach the replacement tooth until the implant has healed completely.Furthermore, dental implants are more expensive than other tooth replacement options.

2. Fixed dental bridge

If you don’t want an implant, see if you’re a good candidate for a fixed dental bridge. This tooth replacement option may be useful if you are missing one or more teeth in the same area.

A fixed bridge fills a gap left by a missing tooth by using a dental prosthetic or artificial tooth. The prosthetic is attached to adjacent teeth and then secured in place with dental cement.

Depending on the materials used single crown can starts from Rs 5000 onward Some insurance companies cover the procedure as well.

Advantages of dental bridges

Dental bridges are useful because they feel and look like natural teeth. You may notice that they improve the appearance of your natural teeth . They are also typically less expensive than dental implants.

Disadvantages of dental bridges

Bridges are used to repair existing teeth. A poorly fitted bridge may also gradually harm connected teeth over time. Furthermore, plaque and bacteria may flow beneath the bridge, causing cavities or secondary infection.

If you want to replace all of your teeth, your doctor may advise you to get complete dentures. However, if you are only required to replace a few teeth, you may be a candidate for a removable plate. Partial dentures consists of replacement teeth attached to a pink base that appears natural.

Though some dentures have a clasp that attaches to natural teeth, your natural teeth stabilise and hold the removable plastic base in place.The base is designed to match the colour of your gums, as well as the colour of your natural teeth. If you want to replace multiple teeth in one area of your mouth, these dentures could be an option.

Advantages of partial dentures

Removable partial dentures appear and feel natural in the mouth, and they are also less expensive and easier to repair and replace than other tooth replacement options.

Disadvantages of partial dentures

Some people may find partial dentures uncomfortable, at least until they get used to carrying them. Dentures should be removed and cleaned on a daily basis, and you should also remove them before going to bed. This constant handling will create them a lot of at risk of harm.

4. Implant-supported bridge

An implant-supported bridge is an ideal solution for multiple missing teeth in an arch. The process of replacing every tooth with an implant is frequently extremely time-consuming & expensive. Associate implant-supported bridge,this procedure is cost-effective and less time-consuming also

Advantages of Implant-Supported Bridges

A low-cost option for replacing multiple missing teeth in a mouth. The bridge is just as effective as an implant in terms of appearance.

Disadvantages of Implant-Supported Bridges

The placement of an implant-supported bridge necessitates several visits to the doctor.

Conclusion –

All these treatment options are effective, and with proper brushing and care, a dental implant, bridge, or partial denture can last for years or even decades.for more query visit Acme Dental Lounge ,call us 9923459984 for any dental needs.

Make contact with Us-
Acme Dental Lounge
Westend Shopping Building, Office no. 4, 2nd floor, New DP Rd, opp. D’Mart, Ward No. 8, Aundh, Pune, Maharashtra 411007
Contact- 9923459984
https://acmedental.in/