Teeth replacement solutions do not follow the one size fits all theory. Therefore you must have your mouth and remaining teeth evaluated by your dentist before you decide on any option to replace the missing tooth. For example, if you intend to have a fixed dental bridge for front teeth, you must have two healthy adjacent teeth neighboring the gap left by the missing tooth.
If you prefer a more reliable option with dental implants, you must have a healthy jawbone. In addition, you must prepare yourself to undergo the surgical process and recovery time taking six to nine months before you can get a replacement tooth in your mouth.
If you do not want to undergo any procedures required by dental bridges or implants, dentures are your best option because you merely need to provide impressions of your teeth and mouth to a prosthodontist to customize your dental restoration in a few weeks. However, you must prepare yourself to visit the prosthodontist multiple times to provide impressions and check fittings before you eventually have the artificial teeth you want.
The discussion with your dentist will help you determine which option is best suited for your circumstance. For example, information that dental implants are the best and dental bridges are also similar may confuse you to think dentures are not suitable tooth replacement solutions for you. However, you must consider several factors mentioned in this article before you feel any option for replacing teeth is better than the other. Most importantly, consider your specific situation before arriving at any decision and adhere to your dentist’s suggestions for best results.