Multiple Teeth Replacement with Implants When a person is missing multiple teeth, there is a severe reduction of functioning and bone tissue in the jaw. When the teeth are lost, the jawbone surrounding the teeth is no longer stimulated. As a result, it shrinks and alters the facial appearance and doesn't remain strong enough to support the remaining teeth.At Durham Prosthodontics, our dentists recommend multiple dental implants as one of the most recognized and reliable methods for multiple tooth replacement. Dental implants feel and function like natural teeth, and they allow single or multiple teeth to be replaced, preserving bone structure that other restorations cannot achieve. What Options Are There for Multiple Missing Teeth?Implant Supported BridgesImplant-supported bridges are a permanent and secure option to replace multiple missing teeth. The implants keep the teeth and bone healthy in the long run and preserve the jawbone from deteriorating and making other teeth unstable as well. Implant-supported bridges have many advantages over standard dental bridges. They do not require the shaping of adjacent teeth to secure the bridge in place, and they are easier to clean and maintain. Removable Partial DentureWhen a person's jawbone is not strong enough to support a dental implant, or the person is unwilling to undergo dental implant surgery, then removable partial dentures are a good option to replace missing teeth. When a person still has some natural teeth remaining, removable partial dentures are suggested to replace the few missing teeth in a simpler and less invasive procedure. However, these dentures can be uncomfortable for some patients and require removal and cleaning on a daily basis. Fixed BridgesFixed dental bridges are used to replace two, three, four, and in rare cases, more than four missing teeth at once. They are permanently attached. However, the patient must have sufficient tooth strength as dental bridges are permanently attached to neighboring teeth to support the bridge. Also, the more teeth that a single bridge is replacing, the less stable it can become. Implant ProcedureThe following steps go into replacing multiple teeth with an implant-supported bridge.
How Many Teeth Can Be Replaced By Multiple Dental Implants?Implant-supported bridges can replace several teeth, and the number of implants used depends upon the patient's situation. Typically, when teeth are missing in a row, two dental implants supporting individual teeth can hang another tooth in the middle. To replace three missing teeth, two dental implants are enough. Typically, a single dental implant is placed for every missing tooth. But in this way, the time and procedure severity are increased. Not to mention that the jawbone might not be strong enough to support many dental implants at once. Our dental professionals at Durham Prosthodontics recommend connecting multiple dental implants with an implant-supported bridge, which is a much more efficient way to replace multiple missing teeth. Contact us at (984) 312-7056 to book an appointment if you want more information regarding the procedure, and our dental professionals will be happy to answer all of your questions. |
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