Our teeth are strong but they are not indefensible. For one reason or another it is common to lose adult teeth. Teeth can be lost due to injury, dental decay, and other similar issues. When thinking about tooth replacement you need to consider the following factors: how many teeth need to be replaced, what treatments are better for you long-term, and how does insurance coverage, financing, and other payment options play a role. Here at Dental Town Chicago we help patients of all ages with their oral health and are equipped to provide the best single or full mouth dental replacements. In this article, we will cover how All-on-4 implants can replace an entire row of teeth and the differences between single tooth replacement options and full mouth replacements. If you live in the Chicago area and would like specific recommendations for tooth replacement treatments, please contact our team.
Dental Bridges Vs Implants, Which Is Better?
The two most common ways to handle a single lost tooth is with either a bridge or a dental implant. A dental bridge works by attaching a false tooth or group of adjacent teeth to the surrounding teeth. The existing healthy teeth are used as anchors and are given dental crowns to hold the false teeth in place. There are pros and cons to a dental bridge. On the one hand, it is often covered by insurance and less expensive compared to other procedures. On the other hand, it doesn’t provide the same long-term results and the abutment teeth (the teeth used as anchors) can be at a heightened risk of decay going forward. By contrast, implants are a surgical solution that involves attaching a post to the jaw, and then adding a tooth to the top of the post. This procedure isn’t always covered by insurance, and is sometimes more expensive. But it provides longer lasting results and helps maintain the structure of your jaw by not just replacing the top of the tooth but also the root.
How Do You Replace All Of Your Teeth?
If you are looking to replace more than a single tooth or a small group of teeth, there are two main options. Traditionally removable dentures were the common solution for adults who had begun to lose all of their teeth. But, there are better options nowadays. All-On-4 implants utilize a system where four implant posts are used to attach a full arch of false teeth. This can last the rest of your life and helps maintain the structure of your mouth.
Schedule Dental Implants in Chicago
If you live in the Chicago area and are interested in dental implants, dental bridges, or other restorative dental services please give us a call.