Missing teeth can have a serious impact on your life. Whether the issue is appearance and general confidence in your smile or a negative effect on your overall oral health, you don’t have to live with missing teeth forever. The general dentistry experts at C.R. Sfeir D.D.S., General Dentistry have served the Lorain, OH community for over 20 years. As specialists in root canals, tooth implants, and cosmetic dentistry, they have the knowledge and experience to keep your mouth healthy and your smile confident. If you’re living with missing teeth, here are three options that could be right for you:

• Dentures: Dentures are removable appliances that replace teeth. They can come in many variations, as dentures can be molded to replace all teeth (full denture) or only some missing teeth (partial denture.) Many removable dentures actually rely on your remaining teeth to help keep them in place. Since everyone’s mouth shape and teeth are different, your dentist will know what space and denture scenario is right for you after a thorough examination.
• Bridges: Bridges are generally used to replace one or more missing teeth. Bridges are not removable. They are cemented to the neighboring natural teeth or implants. Traditional bridges involve creating a crown for the tooth on either side of the missing tooth area, with a false tooth in between. They can last up to 15 years.
• Implants: Dental implants are essentially an artificial tooth root made from incredibly strong, biocompatible material that is submerged into the jawbone. With dental implants adjacent, teeth are not cut or damaged in any way. Implants also help prevent bone loss.

Call C.R. Sfeir D.D.S., General Dentistry today at (440) 960-5200, or visit the website to learn about their services and to schedule your next appointment.