Replacing all your teeth: what are the options?
A complete removable denture and an implant-supported reconstruction do not work in the same way.
Read the articleDental implants: benefits, constraints and alternatives
An implant can support a crown or a denture when a tooth is missing.
Published by Dr Hafça Moqadem, Dental surgeon in Marrakech1 min read
Article contents
In brief
- An implant can support a crown or a denture when a tooth is missing.
- Placing an implant involves surgery and a period of follow-up.
- A bridge or a removable denture may also be considered.
What an implant can offer
An implant can support a crown or a denture when a tooth is missing. It is one possibility among several. The stability you are looking for and the protection of neighbouring teeth should be discussed in the context of your own mouth.
The constraints to know about
Placing an implant involves surgery and a period of follow-up. Complications remain possible and upkeep is essential. Smoking, the condition of your gums and certain health conditions are among the points to discuss during the assessment.
A comparison suited to your case
A bridge or a removable denture may also be considered. Ask what each option means for your remaining teeth, for cleaning and for the stages of treatment. There is no single solution that suits every patient.
Sources and references
To find out more about the general information in this article:
The visual guide
Replacing a tooth: comparing the principles
Principles to help you prepare your questions. The assessment makes it possible to know what suits your situation.
| Item | Principle | To clarify at the clinic |
|---|---|---|
| Implant | A support fixed in the bone, carrying a crown or a prosthesis. | Bone volume, gum condition and general health to be assessed. |
| Bridge | A replacement resting on teeth or implants. | The supports and their preparation must be examined. |
| Removable denture | A device the patient takes out to clean it. | Stability, comfort and maintenance to be discussed depending on the situation. |
A daily guide
Brushing time, in practice.
The NHS recommends about 2 minutes of brushing, twice a day, with a fluoride toothpaste.
2minutes
×2times a day
=4minutes a day
Source: NHS, How to keep your teeth clean. A prevention guide, with no prediction of an individual result.
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