Difference Between Dental Bridges & Dentures

denturesTooth loss is stressful; we often consider our myriad oral hygiene efforts to be based around maintaining our natural teeth. However, this simply isn’t possible all the time. For an assortment of reasons — some completely out of your control — you can lose one or multiple teeth. Not only can this hinder your chewing, eating, and biting, but it can also negatively affect your self-image. You never want to feel self-conscious about or hide your smile. Depending on the placement and number of your missing teeth, bridges or dentures can offer a solution. In today’s blog your Richfield, MN, dentist will discuss the differences between these two solutions and which one might best suit your needs.

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