In the best-case scenario, you would be able to keep your natural teeth for the rest of your life, but best-case scenarios are not always possible. The good news is that your dentist can help you restore your smile through a variety of treatments. You have a few options to restore these missing teeth, each of these options offers its own set of benefits and also some possible downsides to consider. Of all of these, dental implants stand out as the longest-lasting, the most effective, and often the best aesthetic outcome. They do require a longer initial time investment but the results are worth it. Learn more about implant dentistry by making an appointment at Parkway Dental.
On Bridgework
Dental implants will not impact your neighboring teeth as is necessary with a dental bridge. A bridge uses the healthy teeth adjacent to the missing tooth as support. This means they have to be reshaped in order to seat the bridge onto them. While a dental implant supports itself by a titanium post that is permanently anchored into your jaw bone.
On Traditional Dentures
Dental implants can also restore multiple teeth by using an implant-supported denture. These can be partial or full and can restore a number of teeth by using only a few dental implants. These types of dentures stand out in that they will not slip in your mouth as traditional removable dentures tend to do.
Implant Dentistry
A dental implant can take about 3 months after placement to integrate with the bone. So it's important to take that into consideration, but just as important is understanding that a bridge or a traditional denture may need to be replaced about every 10 years. A dental implant on the other hand is meant to be a permanent solution for tooth loss and it can last a lifetime with proper care.
If you live in or near Scarborough, or North York, and are wondering if implant dentistry is for you, then begin by scheduling a consultation with our implant specialists at Parkway Dental by dialing (416) 441-2565.