Surgical Dentistry

Dental Implants

If you are looking for bridges or implants in Lake Forest, our dentists at Forest North Dental would welcome you for an appointment. Contact us at 847-234-4405 or Schedule an Appointment.

This video shows you the differences between a bridge and a dental implant to replace a missing tooth, while reviewing the benefits and potential drawbacks of each.

Key Points

Both a bridge and a dental implant are excellent solutions for replacing a missing tooth. In most cases, both will require multiple appointments to complete.

A bridge provides a replacement tooth by using teeth on either side of the missing tooth for support. They can generally be completed in a matter of weeks.

Teeth Reduction Process at Forest North Dental


Teeth adjacent to the missing tooth (or teeth) will need to be reduced, which may compromise the healthy teeth.”

Dental Bridge Procedure by Forest North Dental

Since a bridge does not replace the missing root structure, you are at an increased risk of bone loss over time.

Bridge Cleaning at Forest North Dental

Keeping a bridge clean requires frequent cleaning to prevent bacteria buildup.

Dental Implant as an Artificial Root at Forest North Dental

Another option is a dental implant, which serves as an artificial root, anchoring the replacement tooth in place. This also helps protect and preserve the area from tissue loss and recession.

Implant Care in Lake Forest, IL

An implant can be cared for just like any natural tooth. It also does not require removal of potentially healthy structure from the neighboring teeth to support it.

Temporary Tooth Placement at Forest North Dental

A considerable time span is needed to complete the procedure. In such cases your doctor can place a temporary tooth in the empty space while you heal.

Tooth Replacement Procedure in Lake Forest, IL

As with any procedure, many additional factors must be taken into account. Your doctor can help you make that the right choice based upon your unique needs.

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