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Your smile is important, and replacing missing teeth matters! But here’s the thing: it’s not just about looks and aesthetics. When a tooth is lost, the surrounding teeth can shift into that space, leading to misaligned teeth, bite complications, and even further tooth loss. Plus, missing teeth can impact how well you chew and speak, which can affect your confidence and comfort. Thankfully, options like dental implants and bridges can restore that gap and help you maintain a healthy smile. THE BENEFITS OF DENTAL IMPLANTS Dental implants are a popular go-to for replacing missing teeth. Why? They’re durable, long-lasting, and look and feel natural. An implant consists of a metal post that is surgically placed into the jawbone, which then is used as a substitute for the missing tooth root. Over time, the bone fuses with this post, forming a solid foundation for a crown on top. Implants do more than look great — they also stimulate the jawbone to help prevent bone loss and maintain your face’s shape. THE BENEFITS OF DENTAL BRIDGES Bridges are a great option if you want to avoid surgery or need a quicker solution. With a bridge, crowns are placed on the neighboring healthy teeth to anchor an artificial tooth (or teeth) in the middle. It’s less invasive and generally more budget-friendly than implants, which can be appealing if you’re looking for something that doesn’t require surgery. However, since bridges rely on surrounding teeth for support, they don’t stimulate the jawbone like implants, meaning bone loss can still happen over time. But, for some people, bridges work perfectly to fill in a gap without the cost and time commitment of an implant. CHOOSING BETWEEN IMPLANTS AND BRIDGES Deciding between implants and bridges depends on a few things: your overall health, jawbone density, budget, and how you feel about surgery. A chat with one of our dental professionals can help you decide what’s best for you. Each option has its perks, but both can bring back functionality, boost confidence, and make eating, speaking, and smiling easier. A Guide to Restoring Your Smile Dental Implants or Bridges?
• 2 cups all-purpose flour INGREDIENTS
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp grated lemon zest
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• 4 large eggs
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 cups granulated sugar
DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350 F and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, combine flour and powdered sugar.
3. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Press mixture into prepared pan. Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly browned. 5. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt. Pour over crust. 6. Bake for 25 minutes or until set. Allow to cool before cutting into bars.
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