Dental Implants Vs a Brdige

Why you should consider a dental implant rather than a conventional bridge?
Healthy Teeth

These teeth are perfectly healthy teeth. There is no decay and no old fillings in need of replacement. The patient has several options to replace this tooth. A conventional bridge is one option. A dental implant is the other treatment option .
Significant drilling of teeth is neccesary

Each one of these otherwise healthy teeth must be drilled upon to accept the crowns that will act as the anchors for the bridge. This drilling can have a significant impact on the tooth health.
No Drilling of teeth is necessary with an implant

An implant is placed directly into the jawbone. It creates a firm anchor for a replacement tooth without the need to drill on the adjacent teeth.
Bridges can become food traps

Food gets caught under a bridge very easily. It is very difficult to properly clean a bridge. Dental floss can be guided between the teeth, but it is difficult.
Decay is possible under crowns

If the bridge is not properly cleaned, decay under the crowns is highly likely. This will cause the bridge to fail and require that it be redone. Significant decay might necessitate the extraction of one, or possibly both, of the supporting teeth.
Benefits of a Dental Implant

• Cleans easily
• No drilling on teeth
• Maintains bone shape
• Lasts longer
• Feels like natural tooth