Is there a product to replaceindividual teeth-if you only have 1 or2 missing?

You do have a few choices. The number one choice would be dental implants. Implants are actually placed into the gum and are as functional as a natural tooth. This route can be a bit pricey, but it is worth it. Once implanted...it's not going anywhere, as long as you maintain it.





I am unsure as to whether or not the two teeth you are missing are next to eachother, but even if they are not, you are a candidate for a bridge. This procedure is done by preping the two teeth oposite the missing tooth. You will be fabricated a temporary bridge while your permanant is frabricated in a lab( takes about 2-3 weeks for the perm. to come back). Once your case is back the temp will be removed and the perm. will be cemented. This is a bit cheaper than implants. But you must dedicate yourself to cleaning around it and under it properly.





A Maryland bridge is also an option, yet I don't believe many dentist prefer this procedure. I have been a dental assistant for a while and have never preformed the procedure. I believe instead of a 3 unit bridge, it is only a 2 unit bridge. This would mean that only one tooth is actually cemented which isn't as sturdy as a 3 unit bridge.





A temporary option could be a "flipper". This is a lab made tooth that will fit in the space. This is not a functional method. The appliance is made out of an acrylic type of material and has clasps on either side to anchor it.





There are many other options. Most dentists would most likely recommend a dental implant or a 3 unit bridge.

Is there a product to replaceindividual teeth-if you only have 1 or2 missing?
umm ry no none that ive heard of , go to a dentist they will fix your problem
Reply:Yes. A bridge or implants. Those are your choices.
Reply:Yes, they are called "dental implants". They are expensive, but worth it. Consult a dentist or 2 or 3 for advice and get a written estimate first. You will have to pay in advance. They take about 2 months and 3 or 4 visits each. I know people who have almost all their teeth replaced this way. They swear by it.





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Reply:You can have a bridge installed or if you have deep pockets you can have a stud installed in your jaw and a new tooth cemented to the stud.
Reply:You can go to the dentist and be fitted with a flesh-colored retainer of sorts with teeth attached to it. It costs a lot less than dentures, implants, or bridges, but the only problem is that the teeth can break off if you aren't careful.
Reply:VISIT SEVERAL DENTISTS TO GET YOUR POSSIBLE CHOICES. A BRIDGE, PARTIAL OR IMPLANT MAYJUST BE RIGHT FOR YOU.
Reply:Look for patient information on implants on these sites:





http://dentalimplants-usa.com/overvw.htm...





http://www.nobelbiocare.com/global/en/ne...





http://www.3i-online.com/English/USA/ptE...
Reply:There are so many different types of 'appliances' out there, that are available for you...





Bridges.. link the adjacent teeth together, which in turn also replaces the missing tooth. It's a 'non-removable' appliance. Once its cemented in, you cant remove it. Costly, but worth it, around $1300 give or take.





Implants.. basically a screw is put into your bone, where the missing tooth is, then they fit it with a crown. This technique is also 'non-removable'. It's very costly, were talking thousands, (around $2000 give or take for the implant and the crown). AND, not ALL people can get them. A gum specialist called a 'Periodontist' will evaluate you and your gums to see if a implant is right for your case. He will also judge to see if your gums are healthy enough to take an implant procedure.





There's also 'Removable' appliances..


For 'front upper teeth' specifically.. theres 'Flippers' and/ or 'Valplasts'.. there both made of plastic material or an acrylic material, both shaded in the color of your gum tissue. It's unnoticable to others, they'll never know you have it. It's not costly, compared to other options. BOTH are around acouple hundred dollars, ($300-500).





Then you have 'Partials'.. these can be for the lower and/or upper teeth. These are more costly than the Flippers/Valplast, BUT still cheaper than the 'non- removable' appliances. You can get 'partials' in Metal or Plastic/Acrylic materials. They usually run you a few hundred dollars ($800 give ot take).





So there's your options... take a pick... Hope this helps!!



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