SINGLE TOOTH MISSING
Benefits of a crown on a dental implant:
When both the tooth and root are damaged, the best permanent replacement is a dental implant in conjunction with crown. This solution both looks and functions just like a natural tooth.
- Excellent esthetic result
- Life long, stable solution
Treatment:
This procedure normally includes several visits to the dentist. You should expect to be able to work the day after having the implant installed.
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COURSE OF TREATMENT
INSTALLING THE NEW TOOTH – STEP-BY-STEP
The course of treatment described here is one of several options available. Consult your dentist to find out what the best solution is for you, given your specific condition.
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1: Before the procedure
The dentist makes a first examination and takes one or more x-rays of the area to prepare for the procedure. |
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2: Installing the implant
The implant is installed. At this time, a temporary tooth is provided that allows you eat and function like normal almost immediately. The implant will need a few months to integrate with the jawbone before the next step is taken. |
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3: Attaching the new crown
The final step is the placement of the permanent tooth. |
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4: End result
You should expect the new tooth to fit and function just like a natural tooth. |
ALTERNATIVES TO A CROWN ON AN IMPLANT:
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Tooth-supported fixed bridge
A traditional bridge involves reducing the adjacent teeth to support the bridge. It is a stable solution with good esthetics and function that is fairly easy to install. However, this alternative has two main disadvantages: it is difficult to clean under and it often requires damaging adjacent healthy teeth. |
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Removable partial denture
This is not a permanent alternative to a lost tooth. It is unstable and loosely attached, which affects both function and comfort. The benefits are few but do exist: adjacent teeth aren't affected. It is easily and quickly installed and relatively inexpensive. |
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Resin-bonded bridge
This alternative has some clear advantages: it is quickly installed, functions well and, t gives a high esthetic result. Moreover, natural healthy teeth aren't affected. But it is not very permanent. The resin-bonded bridge will eventually come off – probably after just a couple of years – and may then have to be reinstalled. |
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