Replacing a lost tooth is a big decision, and you might need clarification about your options. To help you make the right choice for your smile, we'll discuss the differences between dental implants, dentures, and bridges. Here's what you should know about tooth replacement in Middletown.
What Is a Dental Bridge?
A dental bridge uses dental crowns and prosthetic teeth to fill in the gaps left by one or more adjacent missing teeth. We anchor the crowns to healthy teeth, which house the artificial teeth in between.
Dental bridges are an excellent option for patients who are candidates for dental implants or who don't want to undergo the surgery required for them.
What Is a Full or Partial Denture?
A traditional denture is a removable appliance designed to replace multiple missing teeth and even an entire upper or lower arch.
A partial denture replaces multiple missing teeth with artificial teeth strategically attached to an appliance that anchors to healthy teeth. A full denture is an acrylic appliance that relies on a snug fit and suction to your jaw to stay in place and restore an entire arch of lost teeth.
We can also use dental implants to support full or partial dentures in Middletown or a bridge.
Dental Implants in Middletown Defined
Dental implants are the closest replacement option to a natural tooth. We place a biocompatible titanium implant directly into your jawbone, where it heals and integrates with the bone over time and essentially takes the place of your root. This creates a stable foundation for your new tooth, a custom-designed porcelain crown.
We can use two to six implants to attach to and stabilize a bridge or denture so patients missing multiple teeth can enjoy the benefit of dental implants.
Contact Middletown Dental
If you'd like to learn more about your options for tooth replacement, you can contact our team at (732) 495-4444 and book an evaluation with Dr. Sukumar.