Your smile and a full set of teeth are important to your appearance, confidence, and oral health. When you have missing teeth in your mouth, you have options for restoration. Your dentist can restore a missing area of teeth with dental bridges or use dental implant treatment if you are considered a good candidate. Dental bridges, implants, dentures, and crowns are all used when you have a missing tooth and you want to restore your smile. When you don't feel good about your appearance, or your bite is compromised because you have teeth missing, it's time to talk to your dentist about the different methods that can be used to fix your missing teeth.

Dental Bridges

Dental bridge treatment basically includes partial dentures that are secured to nearby teeth. Bridges are used when there are multiple teeth missing, and you don't want dental implant treatment instead. Dental bridges are an affordable way to fill in gaps in your smile. One issue with dental bridges is that the nearby teeth can be impacted by the wires used to secure the bridge in place. Bridges are excellent for people who are not considered a good candidate for dental implant surgery.

Dental Implants 

Dental implants are the best way to provide a permanent solution to missing teeth. You must be approved for dental implants, as you have to be in good overall health. If you are a smoker, you can't get implants, and if your blood sugar is too high, you won't be considered. Once you get an approval for dental implants, you can have your teeth restored using this technology. Your dentist places a small titanium rod in your jaw, which acts like a natural tooth's root. A dental crown is made to attach to the rod, creating a tooth that looks and feels natural. Plus, you don't have to do anything extra to care for the implant.

Dental Crowns 

There are times when you still have a bit of natural tooth left, and you can have a dental crown placed over the tooth to protect what is left. Dental crowns can repair damaged teeth, making it possible to keep your natural teeth longer.

If you are in pain, or you have missing teeth, it's time to talk to your dentist about restorative options. You can choose dental implants, bridges, or a dental crown to protect an existing, damaged tooth. With the right restoration, you can have a complete, great-looking smile.