Replace Missing Teeth – Silver Spring, MD
Rebuild a Healthy, Confident Smile
Whether you’re missing one, a few, or all of your natural pearly whites, tooth loss can take a serious toll on your long-term oral health. Your jawbone, gums, and remaining teeth face a higher risk for various health issues. Not to mention, eating and grinning can feel difficult or impossible. If you’re looking to rebuild a healthy, confident smile, Dr. Hank Gakavian can help you explore your options for replacing your missing teeth. Contact us today to schedule your appointment!
Why Choose Dr. Hank Gakavian for Tooth Replacement?
- Personalized Care from an Experienced Dentist
- Dental Insurance Welcome & Low-Interest Financing Offered
- Partnered with Local Experts for Dental Implant Placement
Dental Bridges
One of the most common ways to replace one missing tooth, or even two to three in a row, is with a dental bridge. We create this restoration by fusing multiple dental crowns together. The crowns on either end are hollowed out and fitted over your remaining teeth, enabling the replacement teeth between them to quite literally “bridge” the gap. We can craft your bridge from gold and other durable metals, but for teeth that are visible in your smile, we also offer bridges made from tooth-colored porcelain or zirconia.
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Dentures
If you’ve lost many or all of the teeth on one or both rows, a denture can be a fast, affordable way of restoring your complete smile. A full denture sits on your gums to bring back an entire arch, while a partial denture clasps behind the teeth you have left to seamlessly fill in the gaps. In either case, our dentures are made from durable materials that look natural, feel comfortable, and can last for several years to come.
Dental Implants
To date, the most comprehensive option for tooth replacement is dental implants. These titanium posts replace the lost tooth’s root as well as its crown. As a result, dental implants not only let you smile with confidence, but they also bring back your ability to chew practically any food. Additionally, implants naturally integrate with your jawbone, giving them the potential to last several times longer than bridges and dentures.