Tooth replacement options for missing teeth
There are so many ways that you can lose a tooth – accidents, sporting injuries, trauma, decay and gum disease. But there are equally many professional solutions that can replace missing teeth.
Missing teeth can have a significant impact on your oral health, appearance, and confidence. Beyond the aesthetic concerns, gaps left by missing teeth can lead to difficulties with chewing, speaking, and even cause surrounding teeth to shift out of alignment. Over time, this can result in jawbone loss, changes to your facial structure, and further oral health complications.
Fortunately, modern cosmetic and restorative dentistry offers several effective solutions to replace missing teeth and restore both the function and beauty of your smile. Whether you’ve lost a single tooth or multiple teeth, options like dental implants, bridges, and dentures provide reliable, long-lasting results. These treatments not only enhance the appearance of your smile but also improve overall oral health, allowing you to eat, speak, and smile with confidence once again; book a consultation today to discuss your options.
If you have lost a tooth, you may not think that it’s a problem to just leave it alone. Tooth loss, however, can lead to a number of problems. The teeth on either side of the gap move to a new position, which can cause misalignment, or chewing and grinding problems. Some patients may find they will also suffer plaque build-up and risk of decay in the adjacent teeth, and finally, a missing tooth can cause a shrink in the jaw bone as well as receding gums.
Replacing a tooth does not only benefit your oral and dental health but can approve the appearance of your smile.
Our highly experienced and trusted team of dentists specialise in cosmetic dentistry. Book a consultation today to discuss the best treatment for you; our specialist team is here to help.
The best treatment for missing teeth depends on the number of missing teeth, the condition of your oral health, and your personal preferences. For those looking for a long-lasting and natural-looking solution, dental implants offer a highly effective way to replace individual or multiple teeth by mimicking the structure of a natural tooth and will prevent bone shrinkage. Dental bridges are another reliable option, ideal for filling gaps between teeth by anchoring to surrounding healthy teeth.
If you’re missing several teeth, dentures, whether full or partial, can restore both function and appearance. For patients who prefer a more secure and permanent option, implant-supported dentures provide stability and comfort without the need for adhesives. Your dentist will work with you to determine the most suitable option based on your unique needs, helping you regain a healthy smile.
Dental implants are an effective and durable solution for replacing missing teeth, offering both functional and aesthetic benefits. An implant consists of a titanium post that is surgically inserted into the jawbone to serve as an artificial tooth root. Once the implant integrates with the bone through a process called osseointegration, a custom-made, hand designed crown is attached to complete the restoration.
Dental implants are ideal for individuals with one or more missing teeth who seek a natural-looking, long-term restoration without the need for removable dentures. They are particularly suited for those with adequate jawbone density and good overall oral health, providing a durable and stable solution that preserves both function and aesthetics.
Dental bridges are a practical solution for replacing one or more missing teeth, helping to restore your smile’s appearance and functionality. A bridge consists of one or more artificial teeth anchored in place by dental crowns attached to the adjacent natural teeth or implants. This treatment not only fills the gap left by missing teeth but also helps maintain the alignment of surrounding teeth and maintains the bite.
Dental bridges are ideal for individuals who are missing one or more teeth and are looking for a reliable, non-surgical replacement that restores both function and appearance. They are particularly suitable for those who have healthy adjacent teeth or implants that can support the bridge and are looking for a durable, long-term solution.
Dentures offer a versatile solution for replacing missing teeth, whether you’re missing a single tooth or an entire arch. Designed to be removable, dentures restore both the appearance and function of your smile, allowing you to eat, speak, and smile with confidence.
Dentures are ideal for individuals who have lost a single tooth or an entire arch and are seeking a cost-effective, removable solution that restores both function and appearance. They are particularly suitable for those who prefer a non-surgical option and need a versatile replacement to improve their smile and daily oral function.
Replacing missing teeth typically involves options such as dental implants, which provide a permanent and natural-looking replacement; dental bridges, which fill gaps between remaining teeth; or dentures, which can replace a full arch or a single missing tooth. Each method has its benefits and can be tailored to your specific needs.
To cover missing teeth, you can use dental prosthetics such as bridges or dentures. Bridges involve placing artificial teeth between crowns on adjacent natural teeth or implants. Dentures are removable appliances that replace a single missing tooth or entire arches. These solutions restore the appearance and functionality of your smile.
If dental implants are not an option, missing teeth can be fixed with dental bridges or dentures. Bridges are attached to neighbouring teeth or implants to fill the gap, while dentures can replace a single missing tooth or an entire arch with removable appliances. Both options are effective in restoring function and aesthetics.
Veneers are typically used to cover the front surface of existing teeth to improve their appearance, but they are not a replacement for missing teeth. If you have missing teeth, your dentist may first recommend options like implants or bridges to replace the missing teeth before considering veneers to enhance the appearance of adjacent teeth.
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Last medically reviewed by : August 25, 2021
There are so many ways that you can lose a tooth – accidents, sporting injuries, trauma, decay and gum disease.
But there are equally many professional solutions that can replace missing teeth.
Book a free consultation today
If you have lost a tooth, you might not think that it is a problem if you leave it alone.
Tooth loss, however, can lead to a number of problems:
Top UK Dentists recommend replacing a missing tooth. Replacing a tooth does not only benefit your oral and dental health but can approve the appearance of your smile.
Our highly experienced and trusted team of dentists specialise in cosmetic dentistry.
Enquire today about the best treatment for you, our specialist team are here to help.
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A Dental implant is a comfortable, largely pain-free treatment that has both longevity and a high success rate
Despite their price, they are a popular and often recommended solution because implants can last for 25 years.
For a long-lasting and natural way of improving the aesthetic of your teeth, implants are the most ideal option.
A dental implant is a titanium rod which is placed directly into the jawbone. An artificial tooth is fixed on top, which creates a strong and solid structure.
An implant is ideal because it looks, feels and functions very similarly to your natural teeth.
The real value of implants is that they are rock stable, they look great and they solve chewing, eating problems whilst also increase the general aesthetics of your smile leaving patients more confident.
Though the tooth is artificial, it is important to maintain good oral hygiene to ensure a healthy mouth and gums.
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A dental bridge is more expensive than a denture and is a natural-looking solution to gaps in your smile.
It is a cosmetic solution that replaces a tooth or teeth by being fixed to either one or both teeth either side.
The artificial tooth is itself tooth-coloured so this is a seamless and realistic-looking option for a missing tooth.
Bridges can be made quickly and are fitted through a less invasive surgery than an implant.
They offer a strong replacement tooth replacement which maintains a good bite and a healthy-looking mouth.
There are two types of bridges:
Removable dentures are the most affordable way to replace several missing teeth.
However, they are not fixed into your mouth and you can be removed at night.
Dentures are the common traditional method of replacing missing teeth, however, they are not as sturdy or as comfortable as fixed options such as dental implants or bridges.
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