A bridge can be used to replace a tooth, but in doing so it ties three teeth together. In this case we were concerned with the health of the back to and we did not want to use it as part of a bridge. With a single tooth implant the patient can floss and function normally. This appointment was accomplished in 3 visits of about 30-40 minutes each.
A Single Tooth Implant
Procedure Details
A tooth was lost due to a failed root canal. After removal and healing a single tooth implant was placed. An implant was chosen over a bridge in order to save the bone from resorbing and to keep the teeth separate.