Tooth Replacement Options
There are several tooth replacement options depending on how many teeth are missing and the health of surrounding teeth and bone. Here's a comprehensive guide.
For 1–2 Adjacent Missing Teeth
Zirconia Dental Implant
Advantages: No adjacent tooth drilling; excellent flossability; biocompatible; natural appearance.
Limitations: Requires sufficient bone; more expensive upfront.
Cost: ~$250 (CBCT) + ~$6,000 per implant with crown
Conventional Zirconia-Porcelain Bridge
Advantages: Addresses one or two missing teeth in one restoration.
Limitations: Requires drilling adjacent healthy teeth; complex flossing.
Cost: ~$4,400 (3-unit) or ~$5,600 (4-unit)
Maryland-Type Zirconia Bridge
Advantages: Minimal tooth preparation using inlay/onlay preparation.
Limitations: Challenging flossing; potential for bracket fracture.
Cost: ~$4,400 (3-unit) or ~$5,600 (4-unit)
Partial Denture
Advantages: Replaceable; works with weak adjacent teeth; easily modified.
Limitations: Nightly removal required; bulky feel initially.
Cost: ~$2,200
For 3–4 Adjacent Missing Teeth
Zirconia Implant Bridges
Multiple implants supporting a bridge over the gap. Biocompatible, natural-looking, and bone-preserving.
Cost: ~$6,000 per implant + ~$1,200 per pontic
FAQ's
It depends on your specific situation. Implants are generally the gold standard for single teeth; bridges work well when adjacent teeth need crowns anyway. Dr. Pekarski will help you evaluate all factors.
A CBCT scan provides a precise 3D view of your bone volume. We include this in the implant consultation.