Bridges, Partial, Implants & Dentures

Dental Bridges, Partials, Implants & Dentures

Bridges & Partials

If you’re missing one or more teeth, you may notice a difference in chewing and speaking. A bridge or partial replace missing teeth with artificial teeth that serves to bridge the gap where one or more teeth used to be. At Oak Lane Family Dental, bridges can be made from gold, alloys, porcelain or a combination of these materials and are attached to surrounding teeth for support. No matter the type of bridge we recommend, its success depends on the foundation. It is very important to keep your remaining teeth healthy and strong as the bridge helps to restore function and your smile.

Implants

Dental implants have quickly become the safest and easiest way to replace missing teeth. Whether you’ve lost one tooth due to an injury or you need to replace a bridge or dentures, implants are a safe option for patients of all ages. If you maintain good oral health, have healthy gums and enough bone to support the implant, you may be a great candidate.

How Dental Implants Work

The implants start with a metal root surgically placed into your jaw that holds a natural prosthetic tooth replacement that does not rely on or deteriorate neighboring teeth. Despite the way it sounds, they are quite comfortable to wear, last longer than 15 years, and they slow the shrinking of bone and gum tissue from the area surrounding the missing tooth. And they’re low maintenance! Just brush them like your own teeth.

Dentures

Dentures are removable appliances that can replace missing teeth and help restore your smile. If you’ve lost all of your natural teeth, whether from gum disease, tooth decay or injury, replacing missing teeth will benefit your appearance and your health. Dentures make it easier to eat and speak better than you could without teeth, things that people often take for granted. At Oak Lane Dental we pride ourselves on comfort, support and fitting of your dentures that allow you to reform your smile at an economical cost. We design your dentures to create a natural look while maintaining the most comfortable and secure fit possible.

Removable Partial Dentures

Removable partial dentures usually consist of replacement teeth attached to pink or gum-colored plastic bases with or without metal underneath. Depending on your needs, Dr. Pippen, Dr. Watson or Dr. Chance will design a partial denture for you. A partial denture may have a metal framework and clasps that connect to your teeth or a more natural-looking tissue, colored base and clasps, depending on the patient’s individual circumstances and desires. During the consultation, we will help you decide which type is right for you.

To request an appointment to have bridges, partial, implants or dentures completed, call our office at (601) 587-7737 in Monticello, Mississippi.

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