Smile Makeover: 3 Different Solutions for Missing Teeth

Choosing a general dentist to perform a smile makeover is something many dental patients are now doing, as this type of dental professional is one who can offer their patients a variety of smile makeover options. It is essential for anyone interested in making over their smile to choose a dental professional they feel confident in using, as there are different types of dental professionals who offer their patients smile makeovers.

Why smile makeovers are so popular

Those who look into their smile makeover options because they are missing teeth are not only doing so because they need to replace their teeth, but they also want to be sure their replacement teeth supports an attractive smile. Due to recent dental advancements, there are more tooth replacement options than ever before. This means the focus on replacing teeth is no longer only on improving function — there is also a focus on making sure any new teeth support an attractive smile.

3 Replacement options for missing teeth

The list below includes some of the more popular options for replacing missing teeth.

1. Dental implants

According to the American Dental Association, dental implants are a popular and effective way to replace missing teeth and are designed to blend in with other teeth. The fact that dental implants are surgically inserted into a patient's jawbone makes this artificial tooth root option one that offers benefits that other missing-teeth replacement options cannot offer, such as jawbone stimulation. Those who are interested in choosing this long-term tooth replacement option will first need to be approved to undergo the process.

2. Dental bridges

Dental bridges are a tooth replacement option that is used to bridge the gap between teeth formerly occupied by the missing tooth. The bridge is held in place using dental crowns, which are placed over the neighboring teeth in order to keep the bridge securely in place. Bridges can be used to replace up to three teeth in a row. There are four main types of bridges available: traditional, cantilever, Maryland and implant-supported bridges.

3. Dentures

Both partial dentures and complete dentures are an option for those who are in need of multiple or all-teeth replacement. Partial dentures are an option for those who are missing multiple teeth and complete dentures are an option for those who are missing all of their teeth. Within these options, patients can decide whether they want to wear traditional dentures or dentures that are connected to a few strategically placed implants, with implant-supported dentures helping to keep dentures in their proper place.

Ready to get your smile makeover?

Now that the above smile makeover information has been read, it is understood how important it is to replace missing teeth. While replacing teeth is essential for someone to be in good oral health, replacing teeth is now done with a focus on the aesthetics of the teeth, as well. Those who are interested in replacing their missing teeth using one or more of the above replacement options can take the first step by making a consultation appointment today.

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