Single Implants vs. Dental Bridges
When a tooth goes missing, two common replacement options are a dental bridge or a single dental implant. While both restore your smile, they work in very different ways.
A dental bridge uses the neighboring teeth as anchors to support the artificial tooth in the middle. This requires reshaping of healthy teeth, which can lead to weakness over time.
A single implant is place directly into the jawbone, as a replacement for the root, as well as the tooth. This method does not require any health teeth to be touched, helping to protect your teeth and your bone health long term.
Why Patients Prefer Dental Implants
- Implants do not rely on neighboring teeth
- Implants help prevent bone loss in the jaw
- Implants are designed to be a long term solution
- Implants look and feel like natural teeth
- Implants are stronger, healthier, and longer lasting