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Our Services
Replace Missing Teeth
Fixed Bridges
Bridges are used to replace a missing tooth,
or several missing teeth. Teeth in on both sides of the space
are prepared, and are used to support the replacement tooth. This
is cemented in place, and does not need to be removed. A bridge
is especially useful when the teeth on either side of the bridge
have large fillings or need crown coverage for protection. Bridges
are harder to maintain, because the teeth are connected, but if
well maintained, they can last for a long time.
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Implants
Dental implants can be used for many reasons.
One of the easiest is replacement of one missing tooth. They can
also be used to replace lost back teeth, where a traditional bridge
can not be used. A titanium dental implant is placed by an oral
surgeon, and is allowed to heal. The jawbone essentially fuses
to the implant, which is called Osseo integration. Once the implant
is fused to the bone, an attachment called an abutment is placed
on the implant post. A traditional crown can then be placed on
it. Implants can also be used to retain partials or full dentures.
They can greatly enhance the quality of life with these prosthetics.
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Different Uses for Implant
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Partial Dentures
Partial dentures can also be used to replace
teeth. They are particularly useful when many teeth are missing,
because partials are a more economical solution to replacement
of teeth with bridges or implants. Partial dentures are removable,
which definitely makes them feel foreign. Partials do a great
job at replacing many lost teeth, and to increase chewing power.
In some cases however, patients can find it difficult to get use
to them.
Complete Dentures
Complete Dentures are used when all of the teeth
are missing in an arch, or when most of the current teeth can
not be saved. In the past, dentures were not only acceptable,
but often inevitable. Today, dentistry focuses on prevention of
disease and preservation of teeth. Fortunately, the use of implants
for retaining ill fitting dentures has change the life of many
denture wearers.
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