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Portland Cosmetic Dentistry Blog | Sue E. Wendling, D.M.D.
Serving Portland, Lake Oswego, & West Linn, Oregon
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Bridge or Implant? Which Is Right for Me?
Both a dental bridge and dental implant can be used to replace one or more missing teeth.
Dental bridge
A dental bridge is the traditional way a missing tooth is replaced. It works by using an artificial tooth to "bridge" the empty gap. However, to do this, a bridge requires the placement of crowns on the teeth on either side of your empty space to hold the false tooth in place. To hold the crowns in place, your adjacent teeth must be prepared, or shaved down so that the restorations will fit over them.
Dental implant
A dental implant is made of titanium and permanently fastened into your jaw where it acts like your natural tooth root. On this screw, a restoration such as a dental crown can be placed. A dental implant can also better secure dentures and partials.
The procedure that is right for you depends on other factors as well. If you do not want your healthy teeth altered, a dental implant may be recommended.
If you live in the Portland, Lake Oswego or West Linn, Oregon area and would like to know if an implant or bridge is right for you, please call or email our Oregon Cosmetic Dentistry practice today. Our caring dental team will schedule your personal consultation with Dr. Wendling and help you find the procedure that is right for you.
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