In this modern world, people are more concerned about aesthetics on par with the functionality of teeth. Especially youngsters with missing teeth in their mouth face a lot of problems in indulging with the community which withholds them from social life as well as personal life. On the other hand, a lot of people in the middle age groups experience difficulty in chewing their food properly which also causes gastric issues that again leads to severe health issues. So that goes with saying that it is very important to rehabilitate missing teeth.
One of the most reasonable options in replacing a missing tooth is to get a removable partial denture done. It simply means an artificial tooth which can be removed from the mouth by the patient itself when required. Ideally, it is to be removed every night and put in water so that the tissues get some rest. But as the name suggests it needs to be removed once and then, cleaned and put back in place which is quite unpleasant in front of the public. Youngsters find it really difficult to accept this prosthesis.
In older days it used to be constructed from a plastic kind of material but modern dentistry as it evolved brought a newer durable material which can be flexed easily and adapts well in the mouth.
It is solely an indication where the bone is severely resorbed or with no teeth behind and fixed treatment is out of options. In cases where the person has multiple systemic diseases, removable partial dentures are the first choice.
Second and the more prevalent option when teeth are present on both sides of the missing area is fixed partial denture. It signifies that the missing teeth are held in place with support from both sides and is permanently fixed which can only be manipulated by the dentist. It is highly acceptable by all age groups and can be fabricated for front or back teeth with the only condition that teeth should be present on either side of the missing area.
Materials for this so-called crown and bridge therapy mainly include metal, the ceramic and latest one, zirconia. The prices vary according to the material chosen by the patient. Depending on the location at which the tooth needs to be replaced one can select metal or tooth-colored. The dentist will evaluate the mouth and suggest root canal treatment to be done on supporting teeth which are to be done before starting the fixed therapy. The only drawback with this mode of replacement is that the supporting teeth have to undergo some amount of reduction for proving support to the missing tooth.
Last but the best and latest way of replacing missing teeth is an implant. But it all depends on the bone level of the missing area, patient’s medical condition, and several other factors.
Periodic checkups with the dentist will make you aware of the best option for rehabilitation and to have a perfect smile.
