Missing Tooth/Teeth Replacement Options – Dental Implants, Dental Bridges, Partial and Complete Dentures
Many individuals face challenges related to the appearance, functionality, and health effects of having missing teeth. Fortunately, there are various solutions accessible to address and overcome these difficulties. By delving into the realm of tooth replacement, you can actively contribute to the preservation of your dental well-being and overall health.
If you are suffering from tooth loss or other dental concerns, consider consulting the specialists at At Dr. Raed M. Abutteen Dental Center. The team of dentists at this practice specializes in a range of dental conditions, including tooth loss, and places a strong emphasis on individualized and family-centered care. To better understand your case and treatment options, reach out to us at +962-79-1008087 to arrange an appointment at your earliest convenience.
Below is a list of the options for tooth replacement offered at At Dr. Raed M. Abutteen Dental Center:
1) Dental Implants:
Dental implants have become the standard of care for single tooth replacement. The implant has the ability to integrate with natural bone, and is restored with a crown to be a fully-functioning tooth. A dental implant offers a strong foundation for crowns, bridges, and dentures depending on how many missing teeth you have.
A dental implant can be used as a replacement for a missing tooth or multiple teeth. The implant is surgically positioned within the bone and allowed to heal for some time. During this healing phase, a temporary tooth may be designed for esthetic zone replacements. After full healing, a healing cap is removed, and the implant is restored with a natural looking tooth. An abutment serves as the foundation for your new tooth, onto which a crown is fixed. This restoration restores the tooth to both its optimal appearance and function. Sometimes, an extraction and dental implant can occur on the same day in a single surgery.
Dental Implants have a high success rate and notable durability, requires minimal maintenance in comparison to dental bridges, preserves bone structure, eliminates the risk of decay and offers pleasing esthetics and functionality.
While being expensive in the short term, when you consider their long-term applicability, they are more cost-effective than alternate solutions.
2) Dental Bridges:
When a dental implant isn't a viable choice, a bridge can be considered. Bridges are anchored to adjacent teeth on either side of the absent tooth and necessitate multiple appointments. Alternatively, a bridge can also be used to replace several consecutive missing teeth. It constitutes a fixed prosthesis. In some cases, an implant-supported bridge might be an appropriate alternative, subject to the assessment of your dentist.
Bridges exhibit an esthetically pleasing size, shape, and color. Can be color-matched to existing teeth, demonstrate durability and long-lasting effects, remain firmly affixed and non-removable and avoid the need for surgical procedures.
3) Partial Dentures:
For situations where fixed tooth replacement methods are unsuitable, a removable partial denture can be custom-made to replace one or multiple missing teeth while allowing the maintainance of existing healthy teeth. These dentures are tailored to fit your mouth precisely. Dental implants can be integrated to enhance retention for your partial denture, offering the option for the partial denture to securely attach to the implants.
Partial dentures represents a cost-effective option that is non-invasive in nature, Can be fabricated within a short timeframe, enables the addition of subsequent teeth if future tooth loss occurs and significantly enhances speech and eating capabilities.
4) Complete Dentures:
Individuals requiring full replacement of upper and/or lower arch teeth can opt for removable dentures as a viable treatment option. These dentures enhance facial appearance by addressing missing teeth and significantly contribute to improved eating and speech functions. To enhance retention, implant-supported dentures can be considered, utilizing implants to secure the denture firmly in place.
Complete dentures enhance facial aesthetics, improve speech and eating functions, offer customizable tooth alternatives and provide support to the cheeks and lips.
In the event that you need an extraction, or you already have a missing tooth, the key to effective tooth replacement is bone preservation. When a tooth is extracted, bone loss occurs rapidly. The amount of bone that you have available will impact your tooth replacement option. With regular follow-ups after extractions and with the help of a 3 dimensional x-ray, we can determine how your bone density looks and can advise accordingly.
Understanding tooth/teeth replacement choices can be challenging, but with the guidance of trust worthy dentists, you can openly discuss your options and formulate a tailored treatment plan that aligns with your comfort and budget. Selecting the most suitable replacement method for your missing teeth becomes a straightforward and enjoyable process under the expert care of our dentists, clinicians, and administrative staff. We offer it all under one roof using state of the art technology and minimal visits to the office in a comfortable, family atmosphere.
For a deeper understanding of At Dr. Raed M. Abutteen Dental Center services, please don't hesitate to contact us at +962-79 1008087. We extend our services to all patients, as well as those genuinely interested in securing their dental well-being and realizing their dental treatment goals. Reach out to us today and we will gladly serve you.
