With so many options available for replacing a missing tooth, you shouldn’t have to struggle with the daily effects it has on your life. For example, eating and chewing the food you normally enjoy becomes a challenge. You also may feel self conscious or embarrassed when you have to speak in front of others. At Smile Solutions Dentistry, we understand how you feel, and Dr. Nirav Patel has the experience and skills to restore your beauty and function to your smile. Your premiere cosmetic dentist in West Palm Beach offers solutions for missing teeth.
Dental Bridge
A dental bridge is a permanent fixed appliance that uses prosthetic teeth anchored to crowns to “bridge the gap” and fill in the open space of one or more missing teeth. Dr. Patel will custom blend your bridge to match your existing teeth and naturally complete your smile. With a dental bridge it’s important to keep your anchor teeth, or crowns very clean, so excellent home care and regular check ups will ensure the longevity of your bridge.
Partial and Full Dentures
Partial and full dentures are both removable options designed to replace multiple or all of your teeth. A partial works well for patients who still retain a good number of healthy teeth, as it fills in the spaces like a puzzle piece, with prosthetic teeth attached to an appliance that is designed much like a retainer.
A denture replaces a full arch of teeth with an appliance made of acrylic that is removable and designed to look like your natural teeth. It uses suction and sometimes a dental adhesive to stay in place. Getting used to talking and eating with your new denture does take some time, however you’ll appreciate how it immediately completes your smile and changes the appearance of your face.
Dental Implants
By far the best replacement option for one or more missing teeth, dental implants protect the integrity of your jawbone and your remaining healthy teeth by replacing both your root and your tooth. No other tooth replacement can offer these benefits.
A titanium post is surgically placed in your jawbone, which replaces your root and keeps your bone from deteriorating. A porcelain crown replaces your tooth, which keeps your remaining teeth from shifting into the open space. Dental implants are a safe and reliable treatment, boasting a 95% success rate. They’re also very durable and can potentially last 40 plus years with the right home care and regular check ups.
If you’ve struggled with missing teeth, it’s time you reclaim your life and learn more about your options for replacement. Dr. Patel is happy to consult with you on which options might be the best for your needs. Give us a call to schedule your next appointment.