While dentures remain a popular way to address tooth loss, many patients are unhappy with how they can shift during chewing. Fortunately, dental bridges offer a much more stable alternative to dentures held only temporarily in place using denture adhesives.
Yes, bridges utilize dental crowns affixed to remaining teeth, in order to help hold a prostheses firmly in place. This allows for added confidence while chewing, and cosmetic benefits, thanks to the natural-look of porcelain crowns.
Dental implants are an even more stable way to complete the smile after tooth loss. That is because they are the only prostheses which rely on a titanium post surgically inserted into the jaw, in order to hold a replacement tooth firmly in place.
This post helps supply nutrients to the jaw, while also keeping the prostheses secure, adding to the benefits of choosing an implant to complete one’s smile.
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