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A Permanent Solution
Losing an adult tooth via disease, decay or an accident can cause more than just physical discomfort. It can make a person very self-conscious about their appearance. If you have lost a tooth, and you want to restore your smile and your confidence, Finer Smiles® Laser Dentistry in Maribyrnong offers dental implants and bridges for patients.
A Denture Alternative
Dentures are a traditional solution to replacing missing teeth. But maintaining dentures can be difficult. Dentures can alter a person’s jaw, making speech difficult. Dental implants or bridges are a permanent solution that naturally fit in the mouth. Once set, you can treat implants like normal teeth with standard brushing and oral care procedures.
A Long-Lasting Choice
Other benefits of dental implants from Finer Smiles® Laser Dentistry include:
- Recovering the natural appearance of teeth
- Renewed ability to chew and speak properly
- Restoration of facial aesthetics and structure
- Preservation of remaining jaw bone structure
- Reduction of possible gum issues and infections
A Tooth Comparison
Dental Implants and Dental Bridges Compared
Implants consist of a titanium "screw" that is fitted into the bone in place of a tooth’s root, post-extraction. Once the implant has integrated with the bone, a crown is mounted over it, which replaces the missing tooth. This is a permanent solution to keep your smile looking natural.
Dental bridges can replace several adjacent missing teeth. When adjacent teeth are healthy enough to support it, a dental bridge is created by attaching it with crowns to the teeth — trimmed down to act as "foundations" — on either side of the gap. This is a permanent solution.
Implants vs Crowns
An implant replaces a missing tooth, a dental crown restores a tooth without extracting it from the gum. With a crown, a post is used on a tooth that needs to be restored (the crown, of course, goes on the top), and an implant is used to replace an entirely extracted tooth. Ultimately, they both need a crown from Finer Smiles® Laser Dentistry.
