Few incidents have greater impact on dental health and personal appearance than tooth loss. When one or more teeth are missing, the remaining teeth can drift out of position, which can lead to a change in the bite, the loss of additional teeth, decay and gum disease. When tooth loss occurs, your dentist may recommend the placement of a bridge. A bridge is one or more replacement teeth anchored by one or more crowns on each side.

This is an animated video depicting the placement of a dental implant. Dental implants are small titanium screws that can be placed into the jawbone where teeth are missing. Once in place, the bone will attach to the titanium screws. Dental implants provide a fixed foundation for replacement teeth. They can also be used to anchor dentures, making them more comfortable and secure. *Thanks to Straumann and CJ Cascino*