{"id":164,"date":"2019-10-20T16:42:54","date_gmt":"2019-10-20T16:42:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jldentalstl.com\/blog\/?p=164"},"modified":"2019-10-20T16:42:56","modified_gmt":"2019-10-20T16:42:56","slug":"dental-implants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jldentalstl.com\/blog\/2019\/10\/20\/dental-implants\/","title":{"rendered":"Failing Bridge? Replace Your Missing Teeth with Dental Implants"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-165\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jldentalstl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/dental-implant-bridge-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"implant-supported bridge\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jldentalstl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/dental-implant-bridge-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.jldentalstl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/dental-implant-bridge-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.jldentalstl.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/dental-implant-bridge-1024x768.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>New innovations in dentistry allow natural teeth to be preserved much longer than in the past, but tooth loss is still a common problem. In fact, at least 120 million Americans are missing at least one tooth. If you\u2019re like many people, you chose a traditional fixed bridge to fill the empty space. Although it worked for a few years, your dental bridge is failing. If you need to have it replaced, it may be time to consider dental implants. You\u2019ll enjoy the next best thing to your real teeth while having a solution that can last for several decades.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fixed Bridge VS Implant-Supported Bridge<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A fixed bridge is the most traditional solution to replace one\nor more consecutive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jldentalstl.com\/dental-implants.html\">missing\nteeth<\/a>. Your dentist takes an impression of your mouth to replicate the\nteeth you\u2019ve lost. The dental lab creates the bridge to match the appearance of\nyour natural teeth to blend in seamlessly when you smile. Your adjacent teeth\nare reshaped to allow dental crowns to be bonded over them to hold the bridge\nin place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although this is a convenient and effective solution, it\nonly replaces the crowns of your teeth. Not to mention, it needs to be replaced\nevery few years. As an alternative, many people are choosing an\nimplant-supported bridge. Instead of using crowns to hold it in place, an\nimplant post is used at either end to support it. This replaces the entire\ntooth structure, allowing you to enjoy unmatched benefits when compared to a\nfixed bridge. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits of Implant-Supported Bridge<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Replacing both the root and the crown of a tooth provides\nthe next best thing to your real teeth. Overall, you will enjoy:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>High Success Rate:<\/strong> Dental implants have over\na 95% success rate to last for several decades.<\/li><li><strong>Looks Natural:<\/strong> All-ceramic material is\nused to ensure your bridge looks natural.<\/li><li><strong>Feels Natural:<\/strong> Regain as much as 70% of\nyour natural biting force,<\/li><li><strong>Preserves Bone Density:<\/strong> The implant posts\nstimulate your jaw to stop bone loss. This preserves your natural teeth to improve\nyour oral health.<\/li><li><strong>Doesn\u2019t Alter Healthy Teeth<\/strong>: You don\u2019t need\nto permanently reshape healthy teeth to support the bridge.<\/li><li><strong>Cost-Effective:<\/strong> Dental implants are more\naffordable long-term because they should never need to be replaced with the\nright aftercare.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rebuild Your Smile Today!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re ready to enjoy a lasting solution to replace your\nmissing teeth, an implant-supported bridge may be for you. You\u2019ll need an\ninitial consultation to ensure you\u2019re a candidate for the procedure. You\u2019ll\nundergo a multi-phased treatment process. Don\u2019t worry, it\u2019s time well-spent to\nensure your new smile lasts for a lifetime. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About JL Dental<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jldentalstl.com\/meet-the-mears.html\">Dr.\nJonathan and Dr. Laura Mears<\/a> met in dental school and have been married\never since. They combine their passion for dentistry to provide our patients with\nworld-class care. Our office offers personalized solutions using the latest\nadvancements in the field, including dental implants. If you\u2019re ready to\nreplace your missing teeth, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jldentalstl.com\/contact-us.html\">contact our office today<\/a>\nto schedule your consultation. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>New innovations in dentistry allow natural teeth to be preserved much longer than in the past, but tooth loss is still a common problem. In fact, at least 120 million Americans are missing at least one tooth. 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