Tooth Bridge VS Implant

Missing tooth affects your bite and can cause major dental problems in the future. It is, therefore, necessary to replace the gap created on account of a missing tooth. The general dentist in Edmonton will provide options to replace missing teeth – bridge or dental implants. Now the question arises which option you should choose. Many people do not have complete knowledge of what exactly bridges and implants are and what is the difference between them? To clarify, we have listed a basic differences between bridges and implants.

Tooth Bridges

Tooth bridges as the name suggests fills the gap created due to a missing tooth. It is a dental restoration technique which replaces the missing tooth with an artificial tooth. This artificial tooth is supported by the adjacent natural teeth or implant. Mostly there are two anchoring teeth (also called abutment teeth) . The artificial tooth called pontics lies in between the two anchoring teeth.

Types

Dental bridges are of three basic types:

  • Traditional Bridge
  • Cantilever Bridge

  • Maryland Bonded Bridge

Pros Of Bridge

  • Work is not extensive.
  • It requires only maximum of two weeks to complete the bridge procedure.

  • Replace teeth at an affordable cost.

Cons Of Bridge

  • Have to trim the adjacent natural teeth for support.
  • Since its connected as a unit,one has to floss under the bridge to keep the food debris from causing cavities.

Dental Implant

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A dental implant is a surgical process used to replace the missing tooth with a crown, bridge, or denture. They are metal (titanium) posts or frames that are placed into your jawbone beneath the gums. Once the post is fixed, the dentist mounts the artificial tooth on it. Unlike dentures and bridges, implants do not get loose and also do not need to be anchored to adjacent teeth.

Types

Dental implant procedure can be two-stage or single stage. Based on the  type of procedure, there are two basic types of dental  implants:

  • Endosteal (Endosseous) Implants
  • Subperiosteal Implants

Pros Of Dental Implant

  • Implants last longer than any other replacement treatment.
  • Prevents jaw bone loss and stimulates natural bone growth.
  • Give a natural look and feel.
  • Does not affect the nearby teeth.

Cons Of Dental Implant

  • It requires you to undergo minor surgery.
  • Implants takes time. The entire procedure to get the implant stable after placement takes about 3 months.
  • Needs regular maintenance like natural teeth.

If you have missing teeth, get in touch with general dentistry clinic in north Edmonton. The dentist will provide you with detailed information about both the procedures and suggest the right treatment for you.