If you are missing teeth, or worried you might lose some, you can replace these teeth. There are three ways teeth can be replaced.
- Dental implants or teeth implants
- Partial dentures or full dentures
- Dental bridges or porcelain bridges
Why Do People Lose Teeth?
Tooth loss is due to:
- Trauma - fractured teeth
- Gum disease – gum disease loosens teeth
- Tooth decay – destroys tooth structure
- Dental abscess – can destroy the bone around the tooth
- Smoking – causes gum disease
How do we Prevent Tooth Loss?
- Gum disease can be prevented by looking after your teeth, cleaning properly, visiting the hygienist and dentist regularly.
- Tooth decay, again regular checks and good oral hygiene also low sugar and acidic food and drink diet.
What Is The Best Way To Replace Teeth?
This depends on your individual case
Dental implants offer a good fixed tooth option
Dental bridges are also good providing you have good supporting teeth
Partial or full dentures are a removable option
Success Rates
All options are very successful but this depends on your adaptability and the operators work
It is important to be aware of the risks and benefits of each treatment before you go ahead.
Costs and Time
- Dental implants take longer to finish due to healing time and are generally the most expensive option.
- Dental bridges are very quick and usually cheaper than dental implants.
- Dentures are normally the cheapest of the three and are again a quick treatment.
Perfect Smile Spa is a cosmetic dentistry practice in Hornchurch, Essex that offers dental implants, dental bridges and dentures.