Single Tooth Replacement
All Ceramic Crown Supported By Implants
When both crown and root are damaged, the best permanent replacement is a dental implant in conjunction with a ceramic crown. This solution looks and functions just like a natural tooth.Treatment
This procedure normally includes 4-5 visits to the dentist. You should expect to be able to work the day after having the implant installed.
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Course Of Treatment
Installing The New Tooth - Step-By-Step
The course of treatment described here is one of several options available. Consult your dentist to find out what the best solution is for you, given your specific condition.- Before the procedure
The dentist makes a first examination and takes one or more x-rays of the area to prepare for the procedure. - Installing the implant
The implant is installed. The implant will need a few months to integrate with the jawbone before the next step is taken. - Attaching the new crown
The final step is the placement of the permanent ceramic tooth. No additional treatment is needed. - End result
You should expect the new tooth to fit and function just like a natural tooth. Do your usual dental hygiene to keep the tooth and gum around it clean and healthy.
Alternatives To An All-Ceramic Crown Supported By Implant
Tooth-supported fixed bridge
A traditional bridge involves grinding down adjacent teeth to support the bridge. It is a stable solution with good esthetics and function that is fairly easy to install. However, this alternative has two main disadvantages: continuous bone loss in the edentulous area, and sometimes sacrificing healthy teeth adjacent to missing tooth.Removable partial denture
This is not a permanent alternative to a lost tooth. It is unstable and loosely attached, which affects both function and comfort. A removable partial denture is made of plastic – a material that can't create the same esthetic result as a ceramic crown. The benefits are few but do exist: adjacent teeth aren't affected. It is easily and quickly installed and relatively cheap.Resin-bonded bridge
This alternative has some clear advantages: it is quickly installed, functions well and, since it is made of ceramic, it gives a high esthetic result. Moreover, natural healthy teeth aren't affected too much, But it is not very permanent. The resin-bonded bridge will eventually come off - probably after just a couple of years - and will then have to be reinstalled