Single Tooth Implants

Compared to conventional bridges and dentures, a single dental implant offers a host of significant benefits for replacing a missing tooth. The most crucial advantage is that a dental implant is a standalone solution that does not affect your healthy, adjacent teeth. A traditional bridge requires the dentist to file down the healthy teeth on either side of the gap to serve as anchors for the new crown. This process permanently alters healthy teeth, potentially weakening them and making them more susceptible to decay or other issues in the future.

Furthermore, a dental implant acts as a new tooth root, which is vital for preserving the health of your jawbone. When a tooth is lost, the bone beneath it no longer receives the necessary stimulation and begins to deteriorate. An implant provides this stimulation, preventing bone loss and maintaining the structural integrity of your face. Unlike a denture, which can be unstable and uncomfortable, an implant-supported crown is permanently fixed in your mouth, providing a natural look, feel, and function. You can eat, speak, and smile with the same confidence as you would with a natural tooth.