Ways to Cope with Missing Teeth: Discover Your Best Options

Missing teeth can take a real toll—not just on your ability to chew or speak clearly, but on your confidence, too. The good news? You have options. Thanks to modern dentistry, there are more ways than ever to restore your smile and get back to feeling like yourself. Whether you're considering dental implants, crowns, or full mouth rehabilitation, knowing what’s available is the first step. Let’s walk through some of the most effective solutions so you can find what feels right for you.

Full Mouth Rehabilitation

Full mouth rehabilitation is exactly what it sounds like—a full makeover for your smile. It’s a personalized treatment plan that combines several dental procedures to restore all your teeth, both in function and appearance. This option is especially helpful if you're dealing with multiple missing or damaged teeth.

Depending on your needs, your plan might include:

• Dental Implants: These act like artificial roots, providing a stable base for replacement teeth.
  
  
• Crowns and Bridges: Crowns protect and restore damaged teeth, while bridges fill in gaps left by missing teeth.
  
  
• Veneers: Thin, custom-made shells that cover the front of your teeth to improve their appearance.
  

Together, these treatments can completely transform your smile—giving you back your ability to eat, speak, and smile with ease.

Dental Implants

If you’re looking for a long-term, natural-looking solution, dental implants are often the go-to. They’re strong, reliable, and blend right in with your natural teeth. Some of the biggest benefits include:

• Lasting Results: With good care, implants can last a lifetime.
  
  
• Natural Feel: They’re made to look and function just like real teeth.
  
  
• Jawbone Support: Implants help preserve the bone in your jaw, which can shrink over time when teeth are missing.
  

For many people, dental implants offer the perfect mix of function, comfort, and aesthetics.

Crowns and Bridges

Not ready for surgery? Crowns and bridges are excellent non-surgical options for replacing missing teeth or strengthening damaged ones.

• Crowns: These fit over a tooth like a cap, restoring its shape, strength, and appearance. They’re usually made from porcelain or ceramic to match your natural teeth.
  
  
• Bridges: A bridge is made up of two crowns on either side of a gap, with a false tooth (or teeth) in between to "bridge" the space.
  

Both can help restore your bite and give you the confidence to smile again.

Dentures and Partial Dentures

Dentures have come a long way and are still a great option for many patients. They’re removable, custom-fit, and can be a more affordable way to replace missing teeth.

• Full Dentures: Ideal if you’ve lost all your teeth in the upper or lower jaw.
  
  
• Partial Dentures: A good fit if you still have some healthy natural teeth.
  

It might take a little time to adjust to dentures, but once you do, they can make a big difference in how you eat, speak, and feel day-to-day.

Contact Seiden Dental in Levittown, NY for Your Dental Needs

Ready to explore your options and take the next step? Dr. Gregory Seiden and our friendly team at Seiden Dental in Levittown, NY are here to guide you every step of the way. We’re passionate about helping our patients feel confident and comfortable with their smiles—because everyone deserves to feel good about their teeth.

Give us a call at 516-273-7041 to schedule your visit. Let’s find the solution that’s right for you and get your smile back on track!