Dental Bridge
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- Pros:
- Faster procedure (can be completed in 1-2 weeks).
- More affordable upfront cost.
- No surgery required.
❌ Cons: • Requires altering adjacent healthy teeth to support the bridge. • Less durable (lasts 10-15 years). • May lead to bone loss in the missing tooth area since there’s no root replacement.
Dental Implant
- Pros:
- Mimics a natural tooth with a titanium post acting as a root.
- Preserves bone and prevents shrinkage.
- Extremely durable (can last a lifetime with proper care).
- No impact on adjacent teeth.
❌ Cons: • Higher initial cost. • Requires surgery and healing time (several months). • Not suitable for patients with poor bone health without additional procedures like bone grafting.
Which is Better? • Choose a bridge if you need a quicker, less expensive solution and your adjacent teeth are already compromised. • Choose an implant if you want a long-term, durable solution and are willing to invest more time and money.
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