What Are My Options for Missing Teeth?

Four proven ways to complete your smile — and how to choose.

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The Short Answer

You have four main options: dental implants (the most stable and long-lasting), fixed bridges (permanent, anchored to neighboring teeth), removable partial dentures (economical, for a few gaps), and full dentures (for a complete arch). The right choice depends on how many teeth are missing, your jawbone health, your budget and your preferences.

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Why Replacing Teeth Matters

When a tooth is lost, the jawbone that supported it begins to shrink, and neighboring teeth can shift or tip into the gap — leading to bite problems, further tooth loss and a changed facial appearance. Replacing missing teeth protects the rest of your smile and your health.

How to Choose

Implants feel and function most like natural teeth and preserve bone. Bridges are a fixed, quicker option but rely on the neighboring teeth. Dentures — full or partial — are the most economical and non-surgical. Many patients combine approaches, such as an implant-supported denture.

At your consultation, we’ll examine your smile, listen to your goals and budget, and walk you through the pros, cost ranges and timeline of each — with no pressure.

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