3 Popular Methods To Replace A Missing Tooth

Written By Ella Brown / Reviewed By Ray Spotts

In our daily lives, teeth play a crucial role. They offer confidence and let you grin as much as you can. Having a lost tooth can have a significant impact on your smile's look.

However, regardless of how the tooth loss happened, a space in your mouth can negatively affect your health and well-being. You need not be alarmed, because an emergency dentist will always be available to help you regain your smile.

For many people, it's not until they lose their teeth that they realize how important they are. Even if a person only loses one tooth, their self-esteem and dental health may suffer. The best thing is that technology and research have made it possible to replace a missing tooth or teeth with any of a variety of options, such as:

Bridge

A bridge is a good alternative if you still have adjacent teeth on the lost tooth. It's a permanent treatment that doesn't come out of the mouth. Resizing teeth on each side of the missing tooth is necessary for this procedure to join the two teeth together.

Floss threaders, which slip under the bridge, are the best way to keep your teeth clean.

Bridges have several drawbacks, including the need to remove good teeth and the risk of a lower jaw bridge leaking, which allows germs and rot to enter. You can always use a bridge to replace one or two lost teeth quickly.

Partially Removable Dentures

Removable partial dentures worn throughout the day can replace a single lost tooth or a row of teeth. It may be necessary to use metal clasps to keep a partial denture in place. These clasps are seen whether you're talking or laughing.

However, they offer some drawbacks, such as moving around when you speak or eat. It's best to soak them in a cleaning solution at night.

A partial denture does not necessitate the removal of any teeth, making it the most cost-effective option. It is possible to get a denture that covers all your missing teeth. An emergency dentist can always advise you on when to get your partial dentures in case you lose your tooth.

Dental implants

Dental implants are becoming among the most commonly used techniques of replacing a missing tooth. It is an excellent option for replacing missing teeth that look and feel like natural ones.

Dental implants offer a lasting solution if you need to replace a single tooth or numerous teeth in various locations. They last a lifetime if they receive proper care.

The procedure begins with removing your tooth's root and inserting metal screws that will serve as anchors for a fake tooth. Once the screws are in place, you'll need to wait a few months for the implant to heal and integrate with your jawbone properly. A dental crown will be put over the implant once it has fully healed.

Final Thoughts

Bridges, dental implants, or partial dentures are all excellent options for replacing a missing tooth. A dentist can assist you in weighing the benefits and downsides of various treatment options considering your specific requirements and financial constraints.

No matter what time you lose a tooth, you may always call in an emergency dentist to fix it.

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Written By:

Ella Brown is a content specialist specializing in the healthcare and medical niche. She shares helpful insights on the leading healthcare blogs and sites.

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Founder Ray Spotts has a passion for all things natural and has made a life study of nature as it relates to health and well-being. Ray became a forerunner bringing products to market that are extraordinarily effective and free from potentially harmful chemicals and additives. For this reason Ray formed Trusted Health Products, a company you can trust for clean, effective, and healthy products. Ray is an organic gardener, likes fishing, hiking, and teaching and mentoring people to start new businesses. You can get his book for free, “How To Succeed In Business Based On God’s Word,” at www.rayspotts.com.