When replacing three teeth in the far back of the mouth, a fixed bridge anchored to dental implants is the only fixed alternative. Having dental implants replacing your lost back teeth will give you  new, unparalleled strength and stability that allows you to eat what you want. It will also preserve your jawbone and facial appearance.

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COURSE OF TREATMENT

INSTALLING THE FIXED BRIDGE– STEP-BY-STEP

1: Examination The dentist examines the area and takes one or more Xrays to prepare for the procedure.	2: Implant Surgery The implants are placed in a single visit. A temporary bridge may be placed at the same time, if needed, for aesthetic and/or functional purposes. The implants will need a few months to integrate with the jawbone before the next step is taken.

3: Impressione AN abutment is placed and an impression is made and sent to the laboratory for fabrication of the final bridge.	4: Installation of Final Bridge The last step is to insert the final bridge on the implants. YOu should expect the new teeth to fit and function just like a natural tooth.

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ALTERNATIVES TO FIXED BRIDGE

Removable Partial Denture This alternative is a removable prosthesis which needs to be removed for cleaning purposes, therefor it sits on the gum and is not as stable as an implant bridge. However, the installation process is simple, and natural teeth are spared.