Prosthodontics

Prosthodontics

Replacement of missing tooth/teeth.

Tooth decay, gum disease, and injury are common causes of missing teeth. It is important to replace missing teeth for proper chewing of food, jaw support, stability of the remaining teeth, and an attractive smile. Missing teeth disrupts proper function and the teeth next to and above the missing tooth/teeth will shift, move, and tip into the space in time. It is much easier to restore a missing tooth soon after it is lost than waiting a number of years after teeth have shiftedz

Types of Replacement

An implant is the most preferred treatment option for replacement of missing tooth/teeth.It has gained popularity over conventional options (“fixed partial denture) as it does not require any irreversible Reshaping of adjacent teeth.Implants can provide treatment solutions for replacing teeth from the most simplest (single missing tooth) to the most complex (completely edentulous) situations.

implants
implants
implants

FAQS about IMPLANTS

What is a dental implant?

A dental implant is an artificial substitute made of titanium placed into the bone to mimic the root of the tooth and support a crown or a denture on it.

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Am I fit for a dental implant ?
What is the usual procedure for an implant ?
Are implant procedures painful?
What is a fixed partial denture?
What is the procedure for a fixed partial denture?
What are the material used in a fixed denture?
What is a removable partial denture?
What is a BPS denture?