Replacing missing teeth

Dr Rakesh Malhotra
Consultant, Orthodontist,
Centre for Advanced Dentistry,
New Delhi

Q: My age is 33 and I have already lost 5 tooths. I would like to know what kind of treatments available for replacing lost teeth. For example teeth implantation or bridge method. Please also mention approximate cost for these treatments.

A:There are basically 3 ways of replacing missing teeth:1. by removable denture2. by a fixed bridge 3. by implant prosthesis. Which one is most suitable for you will be known only after clinical evaluation. Kindly get in touch with a competent dentist.