Lost a Tooth? You Have Three Options
1. Dental Implant
What it is: A titanium root placed in the jawbone, topped with a crown.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Looks and functions like a natural tooth | Healing time needed (3–6 months) |
| Preserves bone | Higher initial cost |
| Does not affect adjacent teeth | Requires sufficient bone |
| Lasts a lifetime | Surgical procedure |
2. Bridge
What it is: A false tooth suspended between crowns on neighboring teeth.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Faster (two weeks) | Requires shaving adjacent teeth |
| Cheaper than implant | Does not prevent bone loss |
| No surgery needed | Lasts only 10–15 years |
3. Removable Denture
What it is: Removable artificial teeth.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Cheapest option | Uncomfortable |
| No surgery | Moves during eating and speaking |
| Easy to adjust | Bone loss continues |
Our Recommendation
Here at Cosmo, we recommend implants as the first choice in most cases, because they are the only solution that preserves bone health and adjacent teeth. But the final decision depends on your individual case.