When patients come into our office seeking treatment for missing teeth, they learn that there are two main options for them to consider: Removable or Fixed?
Removable replacement options include traditional dentures, partial dentures and removable dental bridges. These dental fixtures are removed for cleaning or maintenance and have no apparatus allowing them to stay secure or fixed in the mouth. For this reason, removable dentures, partials and bridges can create some discomfort when eating and talking and will lead to bone-loss over time with prolonged wear.
Fixed Replacement options include full-arch dental implants, dental implant bridges and single implants. Fixed dental implants are the gold standard for replacing missing teeth because they function just like natural teeth. Dental implants allow patients to eat their favorite foods and are better for their overall health as they don’t lead to complications like bone-loss. While dental implants are more expensive than removable dentures initially, their long-lasting results save thousands in dental visits with proper care!
| Dentures Pros | Dentures Cons |
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Affordable |
High Repair Costs Overtime |
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Restores Smile Appearance |
Discomfort Overtime Expected |
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Difficulty Eating |
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Leads to Bone Loss |
| Dental Implant Pros | Dental Implant Cons |
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Restores Smile Appearance |
Higher Initial Cost |
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Feels like Natural Teeth |
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Eat Favorite Foods Again |
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Stimulates Bone |
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Explore your options with an Implant Consultation.
