Tooth Replacement Options

Replacing missing teeth helps restore your ability to chew, eat, and speak naturally. It also helps improve confidence in your smile. At Haslam Dental, we pride ourselves on offering restorative dental services to help those missing one, multiple, or all of their teeth. We offer a variety of tooth replacement options, including dental implants, dental bridges, and dentures. Keep reading to see which option is best for you.

What are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are one of the best tooth replacement options available. They are custom-made to mimic the appearance and functionality of natural teeth.  Implants create a strong foundation as they replace the natural tooth root structure and securely keep the implant in place. There are three parts to dental implant procedures: surgical placement of the implant, healing from the implant procedure, and the applying the replacement tooth on the implant. With appropriate care, implants can last a lifetime.

What are Dental Bridges?

Typically used to replace multiple missing teeth, dental brides are an effective tooth replacement option for filling gaps in your smile. A dental bridge is multiple artificial teeth that bridge a gap between other teeth, held in place by adjacent teeth that support the bridge. Dental bridges are commonly less expensive than dental implants.

What are Dentures?

Dentures are removable artificial teeth that are used when someone is missing either an entire row of their teeth or all of their teeth. They are a more affordable option, compared to bridges or implants. You can still eat, speak, and chew as normal with dentures and caring for them is simple and easy.

Missing one, multiple, or all of your teeth can result in challenges and reduced confidence in your smile. The best tooth replacement option varies, depending on your needs, budget, and preference of oral health maintenance. If you have any questions about tooth replacement options, contact our office for a consultation.