When you need to have your teeth extracted, deciding how to replace your lost teeth is important. Today, we will introduce you to popular tooth replacement methods and help you confidently choose between dentures or dental implants.
Alternatives to replacing lost teeth
- Removable dentures
- Removable dentures It is a denture that the user can remove and insert by themselves. It is usually made of plastic or a material mixed with a metal frame.
- strength: Cheap, easy to do, takes little time to do.
- weakness: They must be removed for cleaning, and are more difficult to maintain. If not properly cared for, the dentures may break or damage your real teeth and gums. The aesthetics and functionality may not be as good as other methods.
- Dental bridge (fixed denture)
- Dental bridge It is a fixed denture that uses artificial teeth to connect to adjacent teeth, like a bridge that crosses the gap between the extracted teeth.
- strength: The usage is similar to natural teeth, the treatment procedure is not complicated.
- weakness: The adjacent teeth need to be ground down to fit the bridge, which can lead to sensitivity, tooth decay, or tooth death. If the teeth supporting the bridge have problems, the entire bridge must be removed and rebuilt.
- Dental Implant
- Dental Implant It involves implanting an artificial tooth root made of titanium or ceramic into the bone to make it as strong as a natural tooth. Then, a crown is placed on the tooth to make it look and function like a real tooth.
- strength: Strong and durable, chewing and aesthetics similar to real teeth, no need to grind adjacent teeth.
- weakness: The treatment process is longer and more complicated, but the efficiency and cost-effectiveness have greatly improved today.
Which method is better?
Although dental implants are the most recommended method by doctors because they are similar to natural teeth in terms of strength and beauty, choosing the right method depends on your oral health, budget, and personal comfort.
Consult your dentist to make the right decision.
To get the most appropriate advice, you should consult a dentist before treatment to assess your oral health and choose the method that best meets your convenience and needs.
