Dental prosthetics
Restores teeth or structures lost to decay, gum disease or trauma.
In chargeAmanda Herrera · Oral rehabilitation
Total duration
Weeks to several months, depending on the case
Type
Fixed or removable, depending on your bone and teeth
Care
Specific cleaning your specialist teaches you
Dental prosthetics restore teeth or structures lost to decay, gum disease, trauma or fractures. They can be fixed (crowns, bridges, implants) or removable, depending on how many teeth are missing and the condition of the bone.
Choosing between fixed and removable isn’t just a matter of preference. It depends on how much bone is left to support an implant, how many neighboring teeth are healthy enough for a bridge, and also on your budget and the time you have for treatment.
What it includes
- Evaluation of your bone and remaining teeth.
- Deciding together on the type of prosthesis that best fits your case.
- Impressions or a digital scan.
- Fitting adjustments before the final placement.
When does it make sense?
Losing one or more teeth affects more than appearance: it changes the way you chew, can shift neighboring teeth over time and, in advanced cases, affects your whole bite. The sooner a missing tooth is restored, the fewer secondary problems need fixing later.
“Restoring a tooth restores function, not just looks.”
When should you consider a dental prosthesis?
One or more teeth are missing
Due to decay, trauma or extraction, and you feel the gap when chewing or speaking.
Neighboring teeth are shifting
An unrestored gap can move the surrounding teeth over time.
Chewing on only one side
You compensate for missing teeth by changing the way you bite.
Treatment options
Fixed prosthesis (crowns, bridges, implants)
Cemented or screwed in permanently. A bridge needs healthy neighboring teeth and an implant needs enough bone, but it feels and cleans almost like a natural tooth.
Removable denture
Taken out to sleep and for daily cleaning. It's the option when several teeth are missing or there isn't enough bone to support a fixed one, and it usually costs less.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the whole process take?
It depends on the type: from a few weeks for simple removable dentures to several months for cases with implants.
Do they look natural?
Yes, they're custom-made to match the color and shape of your teeth so they don't show.
Fixed or removable: which is better?
It depends on how many teeth are missing and the condition of your bone. Your specialist explains it based on your case.
Do they need special care?
Yes, both fixed and removable options need specific cleaning that your specialist teaches you.
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See detailsReady to book your dental prosthetics?
Payment plans available, plus special prices for Coomeva and Protección members.