Implant Supported Bridges and Dentures

They are made to resemble your natural teeth closely and may even enhance your smile. There are two types of dentures – complete and partial dentures. Complete dentures are used when all of the teeth are missing, while partial dentures are used when some natural teeth remain. A Partial denture not only fills in the spaces created by missing teeth, it prevents other teeth from shifting. A Complete denture may be either “conventional” or “immediate.” A conventional type is made after the teeth have been removed and the gum tissue has healed, usually taking 4 to 6 weeks. During this time, the patient will go without teeth. Immediate dentures are made in advance and immediately placed after the teeth are removed, thus preventing the patient from having to be without teeth during the healing process. Once the tissues shrink and heal, adjustments will have to be made. Dentures are very durable appliances and will last many years, but they may have to be remade, repaired, or readjusted due to normal wear.

Reasons for dentures:

• Complete Denture – Loss of all teeth in an arch.
• Partial Denture – Loss of several teeth in an arch.
• Enhancing smile and facial tissues.
• Improving chewing, speech, and digestion.

Your teeth are susceptible to damage over time. For example, dental decay, traumas, wear, and tear, or even gum disease can cause this. You may have been born with a congenital disease that causes you to have missing teeth. You never know if the shape or size of your teeth may alter over time. Such conditions call for Restorative treatments like Dental Crowns & Bridges.

What are Dental Crowns?

A dental crown is a long-term remedy since it covers and cements the visible portion of the tooth. Crowns act like a cap that covers a tooth’s visible section.

Purpose:

• One of the primary purposes is to improve a tooth’s aesthetics while also improving its strength, usefulness, form, and size.
• Bridges can maintain their position with the assistance of Crowns.
• A crown is employed to secure the top of a dental implant.
• If you’ve had root canal therapy, you should consider getting a crown to protect your site.

Necessity:

• To prevent a weaker or broken tooth from fracturing by keeping it together.
• To replace a broken, outdated filling.
• To repair a fractured tooth.
• When teeth have been worn down, it is necessary to extend them (for example, from grinding).
• To support a tooth with an ample filling and little natural tooth structure.
• To modify for aesthetic purposes, such as filling gaps between teeth or reshaping or rotating teeth.

Onlays & ¾ Crowns:

For your teeth, there are a variety of crowns available. Onlays and 3/4 crowns cover fewer teeth than regular crowns. A typical crown will completely encircle your tooth, allowing you to eat and speak normally. You may want to consider Onlays and 3/4 crowns if you have a healthy tooth structure, as it covers only a part of your tooth. To prepare the tooth for a crown, your dentist will scrape away the decayed or damaged enamel only and then reshape the tooth.

Types:

Different types of Dental Crowns are now available, which gives variety in functionality and appearance. However, your dentist will consider a few factors like crown placement, tooth visibility, gum tissue condition, and how much the dentist can save the original tooth before suggesting a specific type of dental crown.

What are Dental Bridges:

A dental bridge replaces lost natural teeth with prosthetic teeth composed of resin or porcelain. As the name implies, a bridge connects crowns on each side of a gap in the mouth to support prosthetic tooth replacement. The crown covers two or more teeth to attach the Bridge and artificial teeth. If you don’t have natural teeth, your dentist may propose implanting teeth on either side.

Necessity:

Missing teeth influence you in many ways. A dental bridge can help with:

• teeth-whitening
• improving chewing
• speech restoration
• maintaining your face’s contour
• readjusting your bite to disperse chewing power
• preventing teeth from shifting from the correct location.

Care:

Alternatives to Dental Bridges include Dentures and Dental Implants, albeit the best option for a particular patient will vary. Five to seven years is the average life expectancy of dental bridges. With proper dental care and regular expert cleanings, more than ten years may be possible. Flossing is crucial for maintaining your Bridge. Once-a-day flossing is the best approach to cleaning a bridge’s bottom. When flossing a bridge, you must floss around your natural teeth and between the Bridge and gums.

Types:

Traditional Fixed Bridge: with two or more crowns and filler teeth in between. Cantilever Bridge: with abutment teeth on one side. Resin-Bonded Bridge: Different material for missing tooth on front. Implant-supported Bridge: dental implants in place of abutment teeth.

Which Is Better for You: a Dental Crown or a Bridge?

• Traditional Fixed Bridge: with two or more crowns and filler teeth in between.
• Cantilever Bridge: with abutment teeth on one side. Resin-Bonded Bridge: Different material for missing tooth on front.
• Implant-supported Bridge: dental implants in place of abutment teeth.