If you have lost one or more teeth, you may be wondering what your options are for tooth replacements. Brian W. Charles, DMD, knows how important it is to restore your smile, allowing you to avoid feeling self-conscious about your gaps. That’s why this dentist offers a variety of options for his patients in McCall, ID. Here he explains them to you.

3 Options for Tooth Replacements

1. Dental Implants

An implant is almost as good as having your natural, healthy teeth, since the dental implant imitates the tooth root structure to prevent bone loss. With good care, an implant can last you a lifetime. Dental implants can also be used to anchor bridges and permanent dentures when there are several teeth missing.

2. Bridge Restorations

Some patients don’t qualify for implants because they don’t have sufficient bone structure. In that case, a dental bridge is often used to replace one missing tooth. Your dentist will anchor the dental bridge to your neighboring teeth and close the gap in your smile. With a dental bridge, you can eat and talk just as before, and nobody will notice the difference.

3. Removable Dentures

If you’re missing several teeth, you may require partial or full dentures. Removable dentures are held in place by your tongue and gums during the day. There are some limitations on what you can eat with removable dentures, but they are easy to clean and take care of.  

Are you looking for tooth replacement options? Call the dentist office of Brian W. Charles, DMD, at (208) 634-7653. During your appointment, this caring dentist will discuss your personal situation in-depth with you. They can also take care of tooth extractions for you. Visit their website to learn more about each of the tooth replacement options.