Replace Single Missing Tooth

This is an esthetic and functional problem. Opposing teeth can hyper-erupt. Neighboring teeth can drift. Increased risk for bone loss.

ResinRetained Fixed Partial Denture

Attributes:

• Low Cost
• Bonded in place and may come off frequently
• Hygiene is a little more difficult
• Low bite force

Attributes:

• Does not have to be removed
• Predictable
• Hygiene is a little more difficult. Must floss under bridge.
• Must remove tooth structure from neighboring teeth.

Attributes:

• Most economical option
• Must be removed nightly
• Bulky
• Speech and chewing difficulties
• Wires may be visible
• May break due to limited strength of plastic material

Attributes:

• No need to remove tooth structure from neighboring teeth
• Easier to clean between teeth
• Stabilization of bone