Filling in the Gaps: Your Options for Missing Teeth

Dentist St. Peter

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Restore Your Smile with Valley View Dental

Are you embarrassed to show your smile because of missing teeth? For many people, missing teeth can create a feeling of diminished self-confidence. Modern dentistry can not only replace the gaps in your smile, but our team at Valley View Dental can also create long-term replacements that look and feel just like your natural teeth. You have options.

Here are a few of the most common tooth replacement solutions:

Dentures

Dentures are a solution for those who have lost many or all of their teeth. They create a realistic, aesthetically pleasing smile and are ideal for patients missing multiple teeth on either the top or bottom. Our team will start by taking an impression of your mouth, which we will then send to a lab for a customized set of dentures to be created. Once your dentures are ready, we will ensure a proper fit and make any necessary adjustments. Dentures should be cleaned regularly with a non-abrasive cleanser, and our team will provide you with all the information you need to take care of them.

Bridges

Dental bridges, also known as partial dentures, are a replacement solution for one or more missing teeth. They help prevent your existing teeth from shifting into the empty gaps of your missing teeth. Bridges utilize your surrounding teeth as anchors for your replacements. Our team can match the bridge to look like your natural teeth, so no one will even notice the difference.

Dental Implants

Dental implants are a long-lasting tooth replacement option. Unlike dentures, which may require replacement, dental implants can last a lifetime with proper care. Our team will ensure your gum tissue is healthy enough with adequate bone support to anchor the implant. For some patients, additional preparations may be necessary, such as a bone graft, to guarantee your implant has a strong, stable foundation.

Choosing the Right Solution for You

The gaps in your smile can be filled, and our team at Valley View Dental can help you decide on a tooth replacement solution based on your individual needs. It is important to fill the gaps of missing teeth to prevent deterioration to your gums and the shifting of teeth into these empty spaces. Additionally, tooth replacement solutions such as dentures, bridges, or implants can help improve your speech and comfort.

If you are missing teeth, we invite you to schedule a consultation with our team at Valley View Dental. Let us help you restore your smile and confidence.

Location

Dentist in St. Peter, MN

1302 Marshall St.
St. Peter, MN 56082

Office Hours

Monday8:00am – 6:00pm
Tuesday8:00am – 5:00pm
Wednesday7:00am – 2:00pm
Thursday8:00am – 5:00pm
FridayClosed