Removable dentures in Pueblo… an object of fascination for those too young to know any different and a symbol of endless challenge for those who have lost most, if not all, of their original adult teeth. Dentures in Pueblo were once considered the best tooth replacement technology for patients suffering from rampant tooth loss and edentulism (toothlessness). This state is usually a result of periodontal disease; an acute and chronic bacterial infection of the gums surrounding the teeth and the underlying jaw bone. Before implant teeth could be used to support a fully customized and fixed prosthetic bridge, removable dentures in Pueblo were accepted as the course of action for those facing an immediate future of edentulism. But, with the incredible capabilities of modern dentistry, patients are now able to get a brand new set of permanent replacement teeth in as little as a single day!

The technique, which is aptly named the ‘All-on-4’, involves the placement of only four implant teeth to which a rigid and non-removable prosthetic structure is attached. This structure looks like a set of healthy teeth and is carefully fabricated to perfectly fit the natural contours of the patient’s mouth and jawbone ridge. While the bridge may resemble removable dentures in Pueblo, it lacks the additional regions of peripheral mass, which are used to provide stability and anchorage. As such, the ‘All-on-4’ bridge feels far more natural in the mouth, fits far more comfortably and does not cause the unnatural facial aesthetics typically associated with denture-wearers and the elderly.

The benefits of ‘All-on-4’ implant teeth extend far beyond comfort and aesthetics alone; although for those who have had to suffer the complex challenges and repeated expenses of dentures in Pueblo, concerns of aesthetic and comfort are incredibly important! This dental implant protocol offers other advantages over removable dentures in Pueblo, including:

• The protocol involves the placement of fixed dentures in Pueblo on eight implant teeth (in total; four per jaw) and as such, it provides a long term and non-removable solution to tooth loss and edentulism.

• The ‘All-on-4’ bridge cannot shift around or fall out and does not harbor bacteria causing bad breath. Furthermore, it does not impede one’s ability to taste nor does it trigger the gag reflex as removable dentures in Pueblo tend to.

• The ‘All-on-4’ bridge is supported by implant teeth, which garner full support from the underlying jaw bone. Removable dentures in Pueblo, on the other hand, rely on the gums for support and the pressure they apply causes pain, discomfort and the development of sores that are not given a chance to heal.

• Removable dentures necessitate messy adhesives, anesthetic gels, cleaning agents and refitting every few years or so as a result of unimpeded bone loss in the jaw.

‘All-on-4’ teeth implants largely overcome this last problem due to the precise angulation and placement of implants in the jaw bone. Even in patients presenting with advanced bone loss in the jaw, the dentist is almost always able to bypass the need for bone grafting. As such, with ‘All-on-4’ dentures in Pueblo, patients can receive a new set of aesthetic and immediately functional teeth in as little as a single day!

This article, part 2 of 2, takes a look at the differences in benefits between dental implants and dental bridges and provides advice for patients seeking out a tooth replacement solution.

In our previous article post, we took a look at implant teeth; what they are and the various benefits they offer as a tooth replacement solution. In this installment, we shall be exploring Colorado Springs dental bridges, beginning with a definition of this technology and followed with a description of some of its shortcomings when compared with the sophistication of dental implants in replacing single and multiple missing teeth.

What are Colorado Springs Dental Bridges?

Colorado Springs dental bridges consist of a row of three ceramic tooth crowns that have been bonded together using exceptionally strong dental cement. The two peripheral crowns are fitted over the existing teeth adjacent to the bare socket – which are shaved and filed down in preparation – while the middle crown acts as the tooth replacement. The result is an aesthetic tooth replacement that is virtually indistinguishable from a natural healthy tooth. The fabrication of Colorado Springs dental bridges from highly durable and quality ceramics ensures that patients are able to use their new teeth to eat all the foods they love; however, this technology is not without its shortcomings.

 

Disadvantages of Colorado Springs Dental Bridges: A Comparison with Implant Teeth

The down-side of Colorado Springs dental bridges is that they require the two healthy teeth adjacent to the bare tooth socket to be sacrificed. These are shaved down by the qualified and experienced dentist in order to support the entire bridge through the placement of the peripheral ceramic crowns. Another disadvantage is that Colorado Springs dental bridges only replace the visible part of the missing tooth – the tooth crown. Now, like any muscle in the body, bone tissue requires ‘exercise’ or stimulation in order to stay alive and healthy. This stimulation is provided by the tooth root, so when it is lost and left without replacement (by implant teeth), the bone tissue in the jaw can atrophy and waste away. Bone loss not only causes problems to the stability and fit of the entire dental arch, but it significantly alters one’s overall appearance. In fact, advanced bone loss in the jaw results in those sunken and aged facial contours we generally associate with edentulous (not having any original adult teeth left) and denture-wearers!

 

So, while Colorado Springs dental bridges provide a great aesthetic and functional tooth replacement solution – and are initially cheaper to have placed than implant teeth – they do not last as long (10 to 15 years), they do nothing to promote the health of the underlying jaw bone and they require two healthy teeth to be sacrificed. Also, since Colorado Springs dental bridges do not replace the entire missing tooth, just the crown, they do not feel entirely natural and as a result, many patients have trouble adjusting to the feeling of having something foreign in their mouth.

 

Colorado Springs Dental Bridges vs. Implant Teeth: The Verdict

Dental implants match all the benefits afforded by Colorado Springs dental bridges and come with none of the down-sides. It is generally recommended by qualified and experienced dentists that patients always seek a long term solution to single and multiple missing teeth; one that will promote oral health, bite functionality and smile aesthetics for decades to come. However, if the cost of Colorado Springs dental implants has you especially concerned, then a bridge is certainly not a bad trade-off!