[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Have you ever had a toothache, lost a permanent tooth or had one removed? If so, you’ve probably heard words like “crown”, “bridge” and “implant”. But what does it all mean? They all mean something a little different, but are part of an overall element of dental care. Let’s start with a quick history lesson.

Over 4,000 years ago the Chinese would carve bamboo into pegs and put them into the gum to replace missing teeth. The Egyptians and Incas had similar solutions with precious gems and sea shells; luckily over the last few thousand years there have been great strides made in tooth replacement. So let’s discuss what the different elements of tooth replacement are:

Implant

A dental implant is a cylindrical post made of titanium that replaces the root of a tooth.

Crown

The crown is supported by the implant. This is the part of the tooth that shows when you smile and you use when you chew.

Bridge

If you are missing multiple teeth, implants and crowns can be strategically placed to create a bridge.

If and when the time comes there can be a lot of different words that mean different things that get thrown around. One thing to know is that there a variety of materials, textures, shapes and sizes to create the best possible tooth replacement for you. If the thought of undergoing any of these types of procedures gives you some anxiety, you can relax because that is where the Smile Spa comes in. Offering a unique, relaxing, soothing spa like atmosphere, Dr. Russo and her staff provide an experience that will put your mind to rest. For more information and to schedule an appointment, click here.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]