We’ve come a long way, fake-looking, poorly-fit false teeth!
FAQs about modern ways to fill gaps in your smile
Dentists who are committed to staying on top of the latest and greatest innovations in dentistry, like our own Dr. Brianna Rafetto, rebuild parts of a tooth as well as the entire tooth using methods and materials that perfectly replicate the strength, appearance, and feel of natural teeth. So, these “rebuilt” teeth are indistinguishable in form and function from healthy, natural teeth.
Can my tooth be “saved”?v
It depends. At the office of Bright Dental- Brianna Rafetto D.M.D., P.A. in Middletown, Delaware, Dr. Rafetto examines troublesome teeth visually and uses advanced diagnostic technologies to determine an appropriate course of action. Tooth replacement may be in your future if damage cannot be resolved through other means, such as restorative procedures like root canal therapy.
What are some options if my tooth can’t be preserved?
Our office offers a full range of restorative and cosmetic dentistry services. Options include conventional dental bridges and dentures and modern bridges and dentures supported by dental implants.
But won’t my dentures look “fake”?
Today’s dentures do not look “plastic” or like your grandma’s false teeth. They are made to exacting standards, using precision planning technologies and the highest quality and latest dental materials. So, your new teeth will complement your one-of-a-kind features. The smile should not “wear you”; you should wear your new smile proudly and confidently.
What if I only need to replace one tooth or a few teeth?
There are several potential options here. Dental bridges rely on neighboring anchor teeth and may be suitable for replacing one tooth or up to four teeth in a row. Partial dentures are removable appliances that connect to the remaining neighboring teeth. They, too, can replace one tooth or a few or several teeth. Bridges may even be held in place by dental implants, artificial tooth roots designed from a biocompatible material and secured in the jawbone to stabilize the prosthetic teeth. And, just one crown may be stabilized in the mouth with a single implant to replace one tooth.
Can I use implants to replace all of my teeth?
Yes! If you already have dentures or are struggling with a mouthful of gaps or failing teeth, Bright Dental Brianna Rafetto D.M.D., P.A. is here for you. As few as two to four implants may be applied in the jawbone to replace all the teeth as part of an implant, hybrid overdenture, or an “All on 4” implant system. Such systems preserve the bone in the jaw while also restoring the aesthetics and function of your smile by replacing all the teeth in the upper or lower arch(es). Due to this important feature, the fit of your denture is retained, and implants can last your whole life with good care.
There is no reason to suffer with ill-fitting dentures or gaps in your smile when so many options to transform your smile, health, and well-being are within reach. Call your friends and neighbors in Middletown, DE, at (302) 391-6222 to schedule your consultation today.
