If a tooth is already missing or cannot be saved with endodontic treatment, why is an implant the best choice for replacement?
Implant technology, advancing both surgical and restorative aspects, has made dental implants the optimal tooth replacement in almost all clinical cases. The dental implant simply and predictably prevents bone loss and restores function and esthetics without impacting or involving adjacent teeth. Bridge replacement opens a Pandoras box for future dental problems on adjacent abutment teeth and simply does not have as good a long-term prognosis as a dental implant replacement.
