What are the Options for Replacing Missing Teeth?
Whether one tooth, a few teeth or all of your teeth are missing, the consequences are the same:
- loss of self-esteem
- bone loss in the jaw
- difficulty chewing
- difficulty speaking
Thanks to the wonderful tools of Cosmetic Dentistry, there are many options available for replacing missing teeth, including:
- Dental Implants
- Dentures
- a combination of Dental Implants and Dentures
Dental Implants
The advantage of Dental Implants is that they:
- last a lifetime
- have a high rate of success
- look and feel like natural teeth
- are cared for like natural teeth
- restore bone in the jaw and prevent sagging of facial structure
The disadvantage of Dental Implants is that they:
Dentures
The advantage of dentures is that they:
- restore the ability to chew, swallow and speak
- can be made to enhance facial structure
- are less expensive than Dental Implants
- are usually covered by dental insurance
The disadvantages of dentures is that they:
- can be uncomfortable
- need special care
- do not prevent bone loss in the jaw
- may need adjusting with time
Dental Implants and Dentures
If more than one tooth is missing, a combination of Dental Implants and Dentures (learn more about the cost of all-on-4 Dental implants here) could be the perfect solution.
By using Dental Implants to hold the Dentures in place, you have the advantage of:
- teeth that look natural and won’t slip or slide
- dentures than are cared for like natural teeth
- no plate, like conventional dentures for more comfort and ability to taste food
- dentures covered by insurance
- less bone loss
The disadvantage of combining Dental Implants and Dentures are:
- bone loss can still occur
- only a portion may be covered by insurance
Dental Implants or Dentures – How to decide?
When you’re ready to replace missing teeth, the best way to decide on how proceed is to speak with Dr. Stone about how to proceed.
Dr. Stone is a Prosthodontist who teaches Dental Implant techniques to other dentists in South Florida. He is also an expert in the placement of Dentures and enjoys creating Dentures that are beautiful and long-lasting. He works with his on-site laboratory technicians to ensure that all of his work is perfectly done and his patients are happy with their results.
Contact us for a free consultation, to find our if Dental Implants, Dentures or a combination of both, are right for you.
