Replacing missing teeth with Sheen Dental Implants: an overview of options
Losing a tooth can be a distressing experience, both for aesthetic and functional reasons. Whether due to injury, decay, or gum disease, tooth loss can significantly impact your oral health and quality of life.
Fortunately our practice, Sheen Dental Implants Richmond, offers various options for replacing missing teeth, which can restore your smile and oral function. In this post, we will explore the different ways in which teeth can be replaced at our clinic.
Dental bridges
One of the most common options for replacing a missing tooth or several missing teeth in our patients is a dental bridge. A dental bridge consists of an artificial tooth that is supported by a framework of crowns on either side. The crowns are placed on the natural teeth (abutment teeth) adjacent to the missing tooth and the artificial tooth is attached to the crowns, bridging the gap left by the missing tooth. This can also be used for more than one missing tooth.
There are several versions of dental bridges available with our dentist at Sheen Dental Implants Richmond including traditional bridges. The type of bridge that is most suitable for you, will depend on the location in the mouth and the number of missing teeth, as well as the condition of the surrounding teeth.
Dental bridges are made of various materials, including porcelain, ceramic, gold, and a combination of these materials. The material used for your bridge will depend on various factors, including the strength and durability of the material, the colour of the material, and your budget.
Dental bridges can be fabricated in a dental laboratory or in the practice using CEREC technology.
Fabrication at the dental practice allows for the creation of a custom-made bridge in a single visit, while traditional laboratory fabrication requires multiple visits.
Oral implants
Another option for replacing missing teeth is a dental implant. A dental implant uses a titanium screw that is placed in the jawbone to serve as an anchor for the replacement tooth. The implant fuses with the bone over a period of several months, providing a strong and stable foundation for the restoration.
There are several types of Sheen Dental implants Richmond available with our dentist including endosteal implants, subperiosteal implants, and mini implants. The type of implant that is most suitable depends on the condition of your jawbone.
Implants can be used to replace anything from a single tooth, to all teeth in the mouth. They can be used in conjunction with dental crowns, dental bridges, or dentures to replace missing teeth.
Oral implants require a surgical procedure to place them in the jawbone. The procedure is typically performed under local anaesthesia, although sedation may be used in some cases. The healing process after implant placement can take several months, during which time a temporary replacement tooth can be used.
Dentures
Another option for replacing missing teeth is a denture. A denture is a removable appliance that consists of a set of artificial teeth mounted on a gum-coloured base. There are two main types of dentures, full dentures and partial dentures. Full dentures are used to replace all the teeth in the upper or lower jaw on the same dental arch, while partial dentures are used to replace a few missing teeth.